Deb Haaland announces bid for New Mexico governorship

Deb Haaland, former U.S. Interior Secretary and citizen of the Laguna Pueblo, has declared her candidacy for governor of New Mexico. If elected, she would become the state's first Native American governor. Haaland, known for her advocacy of conservation and clean energy, previously served as the nation's first Native American cabinet secretary. Her campaign is managed by Scott Forrester. The current governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham, will conclude her term in 2026.

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