NM Political Report

We believe that an informed and active citizenry is essential for good governance. The New Mexico Political Report is a non-profit news organization dedicated to enhancing the public's understanding of politics and policies within New Mexico. Our investigative and enterprise articles delve deeper than typical press releases and soundbites, addressing issues that resonate with our communities, as narrated by those directly affected by the political landscape. Whenever possible, we strive to amplify voices that reflect New Mexico's diverse population, including those often overlooked by mainstream media. Launched in January 2015, the NM Political Report is an online news source that focuses on political developments, thorough analysis of important issues, and the perspectives of insightful individuals like you. Our news team, comprising experienced journalists Matthew Reichbach, Andrew Lyman, and Laura Paskus, leads this independent, non-profit initiative funded by the ProgressNow NM Education Fund (which does not influence our editorial choices). We also welcome contributions from other reporters and readers through our quick reads and community voices sections. In today's digital era, the NM Political Report is designed to deliver timely news as events unfold. Our innovative platform enables us to publish stories in real-time and allows readers to engage with the content in their preferred online formats. With Facebook and Twitter integrations, readers can comment live, often engaging directly with decision-makers and the journalists reporting on those issues. As traditional news outlets reduce their staff, the complexities of government and societal issues continue to rise, leading to a decrease in coverage of the matters that affect New Mexicans the most. We are addressing this gap by assembling some of the state's leading political reporters to explore how politics influences everyday life for New Mexicans.

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USFS says fall, winter prescribed burns are extinguished

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

By Hannah GroverThe U.S. Forest Service’s Carson National Forest announced this week that the prescribed fires lit over the fall and winter from October through January have been safely extinguished. Crews used infrared technology to look for heat at the burn sites. The announcement comes amid severe to extreme drought conditions in much of New Mexico, which increases the risk that a spark could lead to a catastrophic wildfire.
DOH warns summer travelers to get vaccinated against measles

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Matthew Reichbach

While the growth of the measles outbreak in New Mexico has slowed to a crawl and vaccinations have increased, the New Mexico Department of Health says those looking to travel this summer should make sure they are vaccinated against the highly contagious disease. “Measles is a highly contagious disease, as we can see by its spread around the country,” acting state epidemiologist Dr. Chad Smelser said.
Estancia residents asked to conserve water amid well issues

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

By Hannah GroverThe Town of Estancia is asking residents to conserve water because the well is not producing enough to meet demands. Estancia posted a notice on social media and its website this week alerting residents to the situation and asking them to conserve water. The Town Board of Trustees met with community members on Wednesday evening to discuss the problem. The board chose not to issue a declaration of emergency on Wednesday, but could do so in the future.
Feds file 82 charges for allegedly trespassing on military institutions in new border rules

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Matthew Reichbach

The U.S. Attorney for New Mexico announced that his office filed 82 charges for unauthorized entry into the newly created National Defense Area along the U.S.-Mexico border in New Mexico. U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison made the announcement Thursday and said it followed a border visit from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks.
‘Pushing us into a recession.’ Senators react to Trump’s first 100 days in office

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Matthew Reichbach

U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján each reflected on the first 100 days of the Donald Trump administration, and both were highly critical of the job the president was doing in his second term. Both Senators are Democrats and both have been highly critical of Trump and his administration, particularly the Department of Government Efficiency, an initiative pushed by billionaire CEO Elon Musk. Heinrich mentioned Musk in his statement slamming the president.
House subcommittee examines how to ensure a reliable, affordable grid

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

By Hannah GroverThe electric sector is facing new challenges nationwide as demands for electricity increase and extreme weather events become more common. These challenges are contributing to the rising utility costs that are impacting households across the United States. The U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce’s Subcommittee on Energy discussed more than a dozen bills on Wednesday focused on creating an affordable and reliable electric grid.
Stansbury warns: ‘We are not ready for the fire season’

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

By Hannah GroverU.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury, a New Mexico Democrat, warned that the U.S. Forest Service is not prepared for the upcoming fire season due to recent layoffs and budget cuts.
Senators sign onto housing legislation

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Matthew Reichbach

New Mexico’s two U.S. Senators signed onto new legislation to help address housing shortages. The bill, dubbed the Housing for All Act, would help address the shortage of housing that has contributed to an increase in homelessness in recent years, the Senators said. The bill would take a number of steps to address housing, which the senators called an “all-hands-on-deck approach.”“Housing costs in New Mexico and across the country are out of control,” U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich said.
Here’s what happened to national monuments under Trump’s last administration

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

By Hannah GroverAbout eight years ago, I joined reporters at a small municipal airport in southeast Utah waiting for Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke to arrive. The tension was obvious. At one location, protestors lined the highway asking Zinke not to reduce the size of the Bears Ears National Monument. At another, a different group of protesters requested a complete repeal of the controversial monument.
First community solar project on state lands breaks ground

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

By Hannah GroverThe first community solar project on state trust lands in New Mexico broke ground on Thursday in Los Lunas. The Global Give A Book Community Solar Project is one of eight currently slated to be installed on parcels leased from the State Land Office as the agency looks to increase renewable energy capacity on state lands. The projects slated to be placed on state lands will be in Doña Ana, Grant, Hidalgo and Roosevelt counties.