AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoNew Mexico Governor Race: Deb Haaland won the Democratic nomination and will face Republican Gregg Hull in November, setting up a high-stakes general election to replace term-limited Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. U.S. Senate: Write-in candidate Larry E. Marker captured the GOP Senate nomination, while Sen. Ben Ray Luján fended off a Democratic challenge. Nursing Home Watch: CMS data ranked Silver City Care Center No. 2 in Grant County for Q1 2026, with an overall rating of 2/5 and reported fines. Public Health Threat: USDA confirmed a New World screwworm detection in South Texas, a major livestock risk that could affect food production; officials are moving to contain and eradicate. Air Quality & Safety: Albuquerque saw a dust storm from a departing plane after NWS warned of blowing dust, a reminder to watch visibility and respiratory impacts during severe weather. Water Contamination Help: USDA agreed to provide up to $1M for post-fire drinking water repairs/treatment in Mora and San Miguel counties. Health Care Workforce Signal: A national study highlighted nurse shortages and burnout pressures, with Louisiana among the worst—an issue New Mexico communities will be watching.
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