Politics

Luján Presses Chief Of Forest Service On Uranium Mining In Carson National Forest

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Senator Luján pressed Chief Tom Schultz on mining applications made by Gamma Resources. Watch full exchange here. Courtesy photo

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, questioned Tom Schultz, Chief of the Forest Service, regarding the proposal to conduct uranium mining within the Carson National Forest by the Canadian-based uranium company, Gamma Resources Ltd. During the exchange, Sen. Luján pressed Chief Tom Schultz on Gamma Resources Ltd. and emphasized his commitment to Read More

Council Candidate Hampton Thanks Community For His Win

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Los Alamos County Council candidate David Hampton addresses his win in the 2026 Primary Election this evening during an interview with the Los Alamos Daily Post at the Municipal Building. ‘I’m thrilled with the results and I thank all of the people in the County for having faith in me and I am looking forward to the General Election.’ Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Sheriff Candidate Izraelevitz Congratulates Opponent On Win

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Los Alamos County Sheriff candidate David Izraelevitz addressed his loss in the 2026 Primary Election this evening during an interview with the Los Alamos Daily Post at the Municipal Building. Congratulations to Antonio (Maggiore) on his win – it was a good and rigorous discussion on the Sheriff’s Office and this is how democracy works.’ Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Secretary Of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver Remarks On First Semi-open Primary Election 

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Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver

From the Office of the Secretary of State:

SANTA FE – Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver released the following statement this evening following the conclusion of the state’s first Semi-open Primary Election:

“We had a successful first Semi-open Primary Election thanks to the members of my team, county clerks, and the poll workers who have worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth voting process for all those who participated,” said Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver. “More voters turned out  during this year’s Primary Election Read More

Rep. Christine Chandler Running Unopposed For Re-election

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Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler stopped by the Los Alamos Daily Post table this evening in the Municipal Building to chat about the 2026 Primary Election. She is running unopposed for re-election and mentioned being interested in seeing the turnout for the non-affiliated voters. I hope they enjoyed the opportunity to vote in the Primary. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

2026 Primary Election Polls Have Closed & Candidates Are Stopping By Daily Post Table In Muni Building For Interviews

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The polls For 2026 Primary Election closed at 7 p.m. today and preliminary results will become available shortly. Melanee Hand has stopped by the Los Alamos Daily Post election table at the Municipal Building to discuss the campaign season. ‘Thank you to everyone for voting and actively participating in this election. Thank you to everyone for voting and actively participating in this election. … now let’s all move forward and stay positive on how we can make our community successful!’ Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Observe New Mexico Elections Deploys 35 Election Observers Across New Mexico For Primary Election

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ONME News:

SANTA FE – Residents across the state are heading to the polls today during the Primary Election for major party candidates who will appear on the general election ballot this November.

Observe New Mexico Elections’ (ONME) nonpartisan election observers are assessing how the election was administered, what worked well, and what processes can be improved for the future.

Election observers are trained on relevant laws, procedures, and safeguards in New Mexico’s electoral process and verify that those procedures are consistently followed. Across 32 counties today, 35 trained Read More

Grocery Benefits For NM Kids Released After Federal Delay

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HCA News:

SANTA FE — Summer grocery benefits held up by a federal funding delay will begin reaching nearly 293,000 New Mexico children June 15, with eligible families set to receive $120 per child through the state’s SUN Bucks program.

SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is a federal grocery benefits program administered in New Mexico by the Health Care Authority (HCA) and the Public Education Department (PED).

The program helps families buy food for children during the summer months when school meals may not be available. Eligible families will receive a one-time benefit of $120 per child. Read More