NM Sen. Pope staying in Dem lieutenant governor race even after losing Haaland endorsement

New Mexico Sen. Harold James Pope Jr. (D-Albuquerque) is pressing forward with a campaign to become Deb Haaland’s running mate in the upcoming gubernatorial election, despite Haaland’s endorsement of state Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard for the Democratic ticket.

By: Patrick Lohmann

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: June 29, 2026

Words: 931

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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New Mexico Sen. Harold James Pope Jr. (D-Albuquerque) is pressing forward with a campaign to become Deb Haaland’s running mate in the upcoming gubernatorial election, despite Haaland’s endorsement Friday of state Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard for the Democratic ticket.

Pope ran for lieutenant governor in the Democratic primary against Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver, who withdrew from the race on June 18 due to unspecified health reasons. Pope lost …

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