Nakamura Retains New Mexico Supreme Court Seat
Justice Judith Nakamura, a Republican, won re election to the New Mexico Supreme Court over Democrat Michael Vigil. Nakamura gained about 66 percent in Chaves County, was appointed last year by Gov. Susana Martinez to fill Justice Richard Bosson’s vacancy, and is a former Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court chief judge and Second Judicial District Court veteran.
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Trump victory signals a new era in divided America
Donald Trump defeated Hillary Clinton as exit polls showed sharp national divisions. Supporters celebrated in mixed mood as Clinton backers faced bleak prospects, while Trump pledged sweeping policy shifts including repealing Obamacare, a border wall, and tighter immigration limits amid anxieties over race and opportunity.
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Pearce and Soules Seek Congress in New Mexico Race
Pearce, 69, a former Air Force pilot and oil services owner, served in the U.S. House 2003–2009 and District 2 since 2011 after a Senate bid. He also served in the New Mexico House 1999–2002 and supports gun rights, union.decisions, immigration steps, and energy diversification. Soules, 62, a retired automotive executive, seeks Congress to address income inequality, climate change and immigration. She previously ran for New Mexico Public Regulation Commission and a school board and was appointed to Dona Ana County Labor Relations Board.
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State constitutional amendment on bail approved statewide
The amendment authorizes denying bail to dangerous suspects and no bail for non threatening defendants. Supporters say it makes justice fairer and safer. opponents warn higher pre trial costs and greater state role in bail. In New Mexico 591861 for 86904 against with 40.5 percent reporting. Chaves County 14287 for 1975 against with full reporting.
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Ruidoso Agencies Probe Suspected Child Abuse Case
The Ruidoso Police Department Criminal Investigations Division and the 12th Judicial District Attorney's Office continue a joint investigation into suspected child predators and abuse. The New Mexico ICAC Task Force, funded by a state grant, coordinates the effort and urges anyone with information to contact federal or local law enforcement.
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