Roswell Stop Draws Christie Martinez Backers
Govs Christie and Martinez drew a big turnout at Stellar Coffee in Roswell with more than a hundred attendees as they campaigned. Martinez praised Christie as a frank, honest leader and touted their shared GOP reforms while Roswell officials hailed the moment as a sign of national attention for the local event.
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Senate Democrats urge Shinseki to resign amid VA probe
Shinseki faces calls to step down from lawmakers including Shinseki critics in Louisiana Oregon New Mexico and New York after the VA inspector general released a report Eleven Senate Democrats have demanded resignation and the White House will review accountability The House campaign chair also urged a criminal probe by the Justice Department and signaled support for resignation if necessary.
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NM Delegation Pushes Shinseki Resignation Over VA Failures
New Mexico lawmakers led by Senators Udall and Heinrich and Representatives Pearce Lujan Grisham urge VA Secretary Shinseki to resign after independent probes found systemic problems. They cite the Phoenix VA case where about 1700 veterans were at risk of slipping through the cracks, reflecting nationwide issues.
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Senators push Shinseki resignation over IG report
Sen. Durbin said the inspector general report could force leadership changes at the VA after criticism of Shinseki. The American Legion and many Republicans have urged his resignation. Key lawmakers Jeff Miller Richard Burr John McCain Jeff Flake joined calls.
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Sheriff warns about phone scam targeting jury duty notices
Ornelas cautions against giving personal info or money over the phone and warns that noncompliant jurors can be arrested. The Sheriff’s Office only accepts $42 per service for papers, paid at the office, not by deputies. A scammer used 575-200-7760, now disconnected. call 624-6500 if contacted by the Fugitive Task Force.
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