New Mexico Supreme Court swears in Vargas as new chief

New Mexico Supreme Court swears in Julie J. Vargas its new chief on April 8, 2026, taking over for a two-year term

By: Source NM Staff

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: April 9, 2026

Words: 224

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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The New Mexico Supreme Court on Wednesday swore in Julie J. Vargas as its 44th chief justice, succeeding David K. Thomson, for a two-year term.

The chief justice’s duties include presiding over proceedings for the state’s highest court, its overall administration, including budget and general operations, along with advocacy at the state Legislature.

“It is a great privilege and honor to serve the people of New Mexico in leading the state’s judicial branch of government,” …

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