Thursday September 2, 2010

New Mexico Political News

Most N.M. Voters Give Congress Poor Ratings

WASHINGTON — New Mexico Republicans overwhelmingly disapprove of the job performance of Congress, and even Democrats — who control both chambers — are almost evenly split on the issue, the Journal Poll found.

Monday August 30, 2010 6:07AM | abqjournal.com

Heinrich Leads House Race

WASHINGTON — Rep. Martin Heinrich led the 1st Congressional District race in a new Journal Poll, but Republican challenger Jon Barela remained within striking distance.

Monday August 30, 2010 6:07AM | abqjournal.com

Teague, Pearce Running Close Race

WASHINGTON — Independent voters in New Mexico`s 2nd Congressional District — who could hold the key to the race — were almost evenly divided in a Journal Poll that found a close general election contest developing between Democratic Rep. Harry Teague and Republican challenger Steve Pearce.

Monday August 30, 2010 6:07AM | abqjournal.com

Lectures Address U.S. Challenges

WASHINGTON — It`s no secret that the United States, often referred to as the world`s last remaining superpower, has its share of antagonists and enemies.

Sunday August 22, 2010 6:05AM | abqjournal.com

New Mexicans Say Feds Need To Act Immigration Reform, Tighter Borders Urged

WASHINGTON — Members of New Mexico`s congressional delegation said a federal judge`s decision to suspend key parts of a controversial Arizona immigration law underscores the need for action in Washington.

Thursday July 29, 2010 6:57AM | abqjournal.com

DOJ Says No Crime in Iglesias Firing

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department has decided it won`t pursue criminal charges in connection with a U.S. attorney firings scandal that embroiled former Sen. Pete Domenici and former Rep. Heather Wilson.

Thursday July 22, 2010 6:52AM | abqjournal.com

Energy Bill's Chances Fading, Bingaman Says

With an August congressional recess and then midterm elections looming, prospects for Senate passage of a climate change-energy bill are dimming by the day.

Thursday July 22, 2010 6:52AM | abqjournal.com

Heinrich Leads Barela in Fundraising

Rep. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., led Republican Jon Barela in fundraising during the latest reporting period, according to their campaigns.

Monday July 19, 2010 6:06AM | abqjournal.com

Delegation Reacts To Ariz. Lawsuit

WASHINGTON – The Journal asked each member of New Mexico`s all-Democratic congressional delegation Wednesday for reaction to a Justice Department decision to sue Arizona over its new immigration law.

Thursday July 8, 2010 6:48AM | abqjournal.com

N.M. Reps. Back Race to Top, but Votes Cut Funds

WASHINGTON — New Mexico`s three U.S. House members said this week that they support a White House initiative to reward high-performing schools called "Race to the Top," but each voted for a bill that stripped money for the program.

Thursday July 8, 2010 6:48AM | abqjournal.com

Obama Calls for Overhaul of Law Calls Immigration System 'Broken'

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Thursday renewed his push for comprehensive immigration overhaul, motivated in part by a new Arizona law he described as "ill-conceived."

Friday July 2, 2010 12:47PM | abqjournal.com

Control of Preserve May Change

WASHINGTON — A bill to transfer stewardship of the Valles Caldera National Preserve in New Mexico from a trust to the National Park Service earned widespread support at a Senate hearing Wednesday.

Thursday July 1, 2010 7:11AM | abqjournal.com

N.M. Reps. Want House To Pass Budget

WASHINGTON — Democrats and Republicans running for the U.S. House in New Mexico can agree on at least one thing: Congress should pass a budget this year.

Wednesday June 23, 2010 6:18AM | abqjournal.com