Duke Rodriguez
Coverage of Duke Rodriguez in the Nexus archive.
- Judge considers arguments in challenge to New Mexico’s universal childcare program
A New Mexico judge is considering a lawsuit challenging the state's universal childcare program expansion, which eliminated income caps and copays without prior legislative approval. Plaintiffs argue the process involved executive overreach, while the state claims lawmakers authorized and funded the policy. The program, financed partly by oil and gas revenue, faces sustainability concerns and could impact thousands of families and businesses if paused.
- Judge considers arguments in challenge to New Mexico’s universal childcare program
A New Mexico judge is considering a lawsuit challenging the state's universal childcare program, which eliminated income caps and co-pays without legislative approval. Plaintiffs, including former gubernatorial candidate Duke Rodriguez, argue the expansion was unlawful executive overreach, while the state claims lawmakers have since funded the program. A ruling could impact families and businesses reliant on the initiative.
- Judge considers arguments in challenge to New Mexico's universal childcare program
A New Mexico judge is set to rule on a lawsuit challenging the state's universal childcare program, which eliminated income caps and co-pays for daycare assistance. Plaintiffs argue the expansion was implemented without legislative approval, while the state claims lawmakers later authorized it. The program, funded partly by oil and gas revenue, faces questions about sustainability.
- Gregg Hull wins New Mexico GOP gubernatorial primary, setting up bid to flip governor’s office
Gregg Hull has won the New Mexico GOP gubernatorial primary and will face Deb Haaland in the general election. Hull's campaign focused on public safety, economic growth, and border security, defeating Doug Turner and Duke Rodriguez. The race is part of the 2026 midterms, with Republicans aiming to flip the governor’s office.
- Gregg Hull wins New Mexico GOP gubernatorial primary, setting up bid to flip governor’s office
Gregg Hull won the New Mexico GOP gubernatorial primary, defeating Doug Turner and Duke Rodriguez. He will face Deb Haaland in the general election as Republicans aim to flip the governor’s office.
- New Mexico governor primary includes Biden official Deb Haaland. See live results.
New Mexico governor primary includes Deb Haaland, a Biden official, and other candidates such as Sam Bregman, Gregg Hull, Duke Rodriguez, and Doug Turner. They are competing for nominations to replace Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham.