NM judge rules Republican Party of New Mexico Chair Barela must leave post

Judge Cindy Mercer issued a preliminary injunction Wednesday that prohibits Barela from continuing to serve as RPNM chair.

By: Patrick Lohmann

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: May 27, 2026

Words: 627

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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A New Mexico judge on Wednesday ruled that Republican Party of New Mexico Chair Amy Barela must vacate her position, siding with Republican candidates who said she broke party rules by continuing to serve as chair while also running for office.

Thirteenth Judicial District Judge Cindy Mercer issued a preliminary injunction that prohibits Barela from continuing to serve as chair and also orders party officials not to publicly support any of the Republicans running for …

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