New Mexico
Electoral Votes: 5
Population: 2,125,498
2024 Turnout: 59.6%
2020 Turnout: 61.0%
Cook PVI: D+4
Senate Rating: –
Governor Rating: Likely D
Federal Government:
Senate
| Martin Heinrich (D) | Ben Ray Lujan* (D) |
House
| Melanie Stansbury* (D) | New Mexico’s 1st |
| Gabe Vasquez* (D) | New Mexico’s 2nd |
| Teresa Leger Fernandez*(D) | New Mexico’s 3rd |
(* indicates seat up election in 2026)
State Government:
| Governor | Michelle Lujan Grisham* (D) |
| Chamber | Majority | Minority |
| Senate | 26D* | 16R* |
| Assembly | 44D* | 26R* |
(* indicates seat up for election in 2026)
A Short Overview
New Mexico leans Democratic, with strong support rooted in its Hispanic and Native American populations. Democrats control most statewide offices and the legislature. Cultural identity is shaped by its unique blend of Indigenous, Hispanic, and Western traditions. Major political issues include energy development, public lands, and economic opportunity. Republicans remain competitive in rural areas but face challenges statewide.
