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Haaland jumps into New Mexico governor's race

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11.02.2025

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is formally jumping into the race to become the Land of Enchantment’s governor.

She announced her campaign on Tuesday morning with a video posted online.

In the launch video, she was expected to talk about the cost of living, safety and the importance of listening to communities in New Mexico.

“Lowering costs, making rent and housing affordable, strengthening our schools, and preventing crimes so that you feel safe raising a family here. The solutions are there if we are fierce enough to choose them,” Haaland was expected to say in the video.

Haaland, a former Democratic congresswoman, often describes herself as a 35th generation New Mexican, citing her membership in the Pueblo of Laguna tribe.

She appears to be well-positioned to win the state, as one of its highest-profile politicians. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) recently

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