New Mexico House Republican leader urges county commission not to name replacement to vacant seat

By: Patrick Lohmann

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: July 29, 2026

Words: 561

Last Updated: 5 days ago

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A New Mexico House Republican leader is urging the Doña Ana County Commission to prevent a “blatant partisan power grab” and not name a replacement for House District 37, which Rep. Joanne Ferrary (D-Las Cruces) vacated earlier this week.

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Ferrary’s Monday retirement empowered the Doña Ana County Commission to name a candidate, subject to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s approval, who would serve out the …

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