New Mexico GOP Headquarters Damaged in Suspected Arson Attack
Federal and local authorities are investigating the fire and graffiti at the Albuquerque office as a politically motivated act of arson.
- The Republican Party of New Mexico's headquarters in Albuquerque was set on fire early Sunday, with 'ICE=KKK' spray-painted on the building.
- The fire caused significant damage to the entryway and smoke damage throughout the building, but no injuries were reported.
- Federal and local agencies, including the FBI and ATF, are treating the incident as arson and have found incendiary materials at the scene.
- Surveillance footage of the incident exists but has not been released, as requested by law enforcement to aid the investigation.
- Both Republican and Democratic leaders have condemned the attack, calling for accountability and emphasizing the need for peaceful political discourse.