With the forced departure of Michelle Lujan in 2026 due to term limits Political scene in New Mexico opens up a decisive competition. The mayor of Rio Rancho, Greg Hullhas already started his candidacy Republican Party He is the first of this group to confirm that he will run for governor.
The state’s electoral calendar is already defined: The primary election will take place on June 2, 2026 and the general election on November 3 of the same year.
As Gov. Michelle Lujan enters her final year of serving the maximum two consecutive terms stipulated in the state constitution, The process to select his successor is underway.
In this context The Republican Party already has its first official candidate: Gregg Hull. Businessman Duke Rodríguez is expected to confirm his candidacy for inclusion on the list soon.
The mayor of Río Rancho was the first Republican candidate to enter a race since 2014 It is dominated by Democratic figures who are also seeking the nomination. Accordingly BallotThese are Sam Bregman, Debra Haaland and Ken Miyagishima, who will represent the Democratic Party.
“People asked why I waited. The truth is decide to run for governor of New Mexico It is not something to be taken lightly; “It’s hard work, a big responsibility, and I wanted to make this decision right,” Hull said in his introductory video. “No tricks, no shortcuts, no empty slogans, because People deserve better“, he added.
hull You must first seek the support of your party and then run against one of the opposition candidates in the parliamentary elections.
According to his official website, Greggory D. Hull settled in New Mexico more than three decades ago. Río Rancho became the epicenter of his family and work lifewhere he lives with his wife Carrie and their five children.
His professional career initially began in the private sector. The Republican founded and ran two companies for more than ten years, Experience that gave him direct knowledge of job creation and the regulatory obstacles entrepreneurs face. This business phase shaped his view of regional economic dynamics.
He entered public service in April 2014 when voters elected him Mayor of Rio Rancho for the first time. Afterward, He was re-elected in March 2018 and repeated his victory in March 2022..
“It has been a privilege to serve the people of Río Rancho for the past 12 years. “I appreciate the collective effort to achieve the necessary changes and a renewed long-term vision,” Hull said in an official statement. “Now I believe it is time for new leadership to move the city forward.” as I focus on my candidacy for governor of New Mexico“, Advertising.
In his three terms as mayor, Río Rancho received recognition for Quality of life, safety and affordability of housing. These awards cemented his image as a local administrator with management skills that he will seek to transfer to the state level.
“We all want one May New Mexico be safer, stronger and full of opportunity“, he assured in his campaign video.
“Parents want their children to go to school without fear and to graduate with a future-proof degree. Families want healthcare they can count on close to home. Small businesses want a fair chance to grow and create jobs,” he added.
Key points of its platform include:
In the area of infrastructure and health proposes to use state resources to improve roads and expand training for medical personnel. In the education sector, it promotes the direct involvement of parents in school decisions and the expansion of technical and commercial offerings.
For Hull, these issues represent areas where, he claims, The state needs immediate adjustments. It affirms that economic growth, education and security can be promoted through an administration that is more efficient and less dependent on bureaucratic structures.
“I took a very pragmatic approach to solving the problems in Río Rancho. This is how we want to address them in New Mexico” he said, as reported by AP News.
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