New Mexico appoints Matt Broom interim police chief after Troy Weisler’s retirement.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has named Matt Broom interim chief of the New Mexico State Police following Chief Troy Weisler’s retirement. Broom, a 24-year veteran since 2001 and deputy chief since 2021, will lead the agency while a permanent replacement is sought. Capt. Bryan Waller has been appointed interim deputy chief. Waller, a 17-year veteran, has served in multiple roles and earned a Medal of Valor in 2011. The transition aims to ensure continued stability and effectiveness in state law enforcement operations.