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Jim Ellison Enters New Mexico Governor Race, Critiques Policies

1/6/2026

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Jim Ellison, a Republican, announced his candidacy for New Mexico governor on January 6, 2026.
He argues California-like policies could significantly raise electricity rates.
He says Democratic policies make life less affordable.
Ellison joins a Republican field with Rio Rancho Mayor Greg Hull and state Sen. Steve Lanier, while Deb Haaland, a Democrat, is in the race.
New Mexico has alternated between Republican and Democratic governors in recent years.

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Jim Ellison, a Republican, announced his candidacy for New Mexico governor on January 6, 2026.
He argues California-like policies could significantly raise electricity rates.
He says Democratic policies make life less affordable.
Ellison joins a Republican field with Rio Rancho Mayor Greg Hull and state Sen. Steve Lanier, while Deb Haaland, a Democrat, is in the race.
New Mexico has alternated between Republican and Democratic governors in recent years.