Nella Domenici Sets New Fundraising Record in New Mexico Senate Race
Republican candidate Nella Domenici surpasses state GOP fundraising records, raising over $1.25 million in her bid against incumbent Sen. Martin Heinrich.
- Nella Domenici, daughter of former Senator Pete Domenici, raised over $1.25 million in the first quarter of 2024, setting a new record for Republican Senate candidates in New Mexico.
- Incumbent Democrat Sen. Martin Heinrich reported raising more than $1.5 million in the same period, with $3.5 million in cash on hand.
- Domenici's campaign received donations from more than 1,100 individuals, signaling broad support.
- Democrats currently hold all congressional seats and statewide elected offices in New Mexico, a state President Biden won by 11 percentage points in 2020.
- Republicans aim to regain political ground in New Mexico, with Domenici focusing on issues like border enforcement, natural resource development, and public education.