Gregg Hull, the former mayor of Rio Rancho, has secured the Republican nomination for New Mexico's open-seat gubernatorial race. Hull campaigned on issues including public safety, government experience, and economic growth. He won against businessman Doug Turner and former Human Services Secretary Duke Rodriguez. Turner focused on jobs and education reform, while Rodriguez emphasized addiction treatment and healthcare reform. Hull criticized the current Democratic leadership regarding violent crime, fentanyl trafficking, and border security. He will face Deb Haaland, former Secretary of the Interior, in the general election, as Republicans aim to regain the governor's office in New Mexico for the first time since 2019. The race is expected to be a significant political contest in November 2026.
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Gregg Hull wins GOP nomination for New Mexico gubernatorial race
Gregg Hull has won the Republican nomination for the New Mexico gubernatorial race, defeating Doug Turner and Duke Rodriguez. He will compete against Deb Haaland in the general election, with the race anticipated to be closely watched as Republicans seek to regain the governor's office.
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