New Mexico’s DA Sam Bregman releases 189-page plan, challenges Haaland to debate; both face primary in June 2026.

Sam Bregman, New Mexico’s Democratic district attorney, unveiled an 189-page policy plan covering crime, homelessness, education, and health care, challenging opponent Deb Haaland to debates and positioning himself as a moderate willing to confront party extremism. Haaland’s campaign dismissed the plan as riddled with errors and declined the debate offer, emphasizing Haaland’s record and endorsements, including former Senator Tom Udall’s. Ken Miyagishima, former Las Cruces mayor, is also running, aiming to attract independent voters amid new laws easing participation in party primaries. The Democratic primary will be held June 2, 2026, ahead of the general election on November 3, 2026, as incumbent Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is term-limited.