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New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver Enters 2026 Lieutenant Governor Race

The Democratic contest now features multiple well-known officials, with Republicans yet to build a comparable field.

Overview

  • Toulouse Oliver announced her candidacy in a social-media video posted on Oct. 23, 2025.
  • She currently serves as New Mexico’s Secretary of State.
  • Her entry adds to a Democratic lineup that includes state Sen. Harold Pope Jr., Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard, and Loving Village Councilor Jackie Onsurez.
  • Campaign finance reports and candidate filings identify business owner Manny Lardizabal as the only Republican to file so far.
  • The race remains in its early phase with public records continuing to shape the evolving 2026 field.