Republican Party of New Mexico

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RPNM Statement and Results from the 2026 Pre-Primary Convention

IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 7, 2026

RPNM Statement and Results from the 2026 Pre-Primary Convention

Ruidoso, NM - Today, the Republican Party of New Mexico held its 2026 Pre-Primary Convention in beautiful Ruidoso with approximately 700 attendees, including delegates, guests, and volunteers. Nearly 450 delegates selected from their counties across the state voted by paper ballot for the following races: Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Commissioner of Public Lands & Congressional Districts 1, 2, and 3.

"This weekend's pre-primary convention proved that we have a group of outstanding candidates who will fight for the values New Mexicans care about," said Chairwoman Barela. "The state of our party is incredibly strong. New Mexico Republicans are more unified than ever before, and we are committed to showing New Mexico voters why Republicans are worthy of their trust this November. It's time we take our great state back. Congratulations to all our candidates and thank you to everyone who stepped up to run."

U.S. Representative for the 1st Congressional District: (Totals based on delegates who are in the candidates' district)
Ndidiamaka Okpareke 98 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.
Steve Jones 16 votes - Did not qualify to be on the primary ballot

U.S. Representative for the 2nd Congressional District:
Gregory G. Cunningham 114 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.
Jose Orozco 17 votes - Did not qualify to be on the primary ballot.

U.S. Representative for the 3rd Congressional District:
Martin Zamora 167 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.

Governor:
Doug W. Turner 104 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.
Duke Rodriguez 39 votes - Did not qualify to be on the primary ballot.
Greggory D. Hull 239 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.
James F. Ellison 7 votes - Did not qualify to be on the primary ballot.
Steve D. Lanier 31 votes - Did not qualify to be on the primary ballot.

Lt. Governor:
Aubrey Blair Dunn 77 votes - Did not qualify to be on the primary ballot.
David M. Gallegos 278 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.
Manuel Lardizabal 61 votes - Did not qualify to be on the primary ballot.

Secretary of State:
Ramona L. Goolsby 408 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.

Attorney General:
Samuel L. Kane 412 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.

Commissioner of Public Lands:
Michael Jack Perry 414 votes - Qualified to be on the primary ballot.

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