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District Attorney Raúl Torrez to run for attorney general
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FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2016 file photo Bernalillo County District Attorney-elect Raul Torrez talks during a news conference in Albuquerque, N.M. Torrez announced on Monday, May 17, 2021, his candidacy to become New Mexico s top public prosecutor. Torrez says he s been an aggressive and innovative prosecutor in the midst of a crime crisis in the Albuquerque area, where homicides are being reported this year at a record pace. State Auditor Brian Colón also is seeking the Democratic nomination. The Republican Party says it s in discussions with possible candidates. Hector Balderas is wrapping up his second term as New Mexico s top prosecutor and consumer advocate.Susan Montoya Bryan/AP
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.... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ....SANTA FE â At least two potential contenders for state attorney general â State Auditor Brian Colón and 2nd Judicial District Attorney Raúl Torrez â have over $300,000 in their campaign accounts as New Mexico approaches the 2022 election cycle.
State Auditor Brian Colón, left, and 2nd Judicial District Attorney Raúl Torrez
The two Democrats are among the state’s most well-funded officeholders, according to reports filed this week with the Secretary of State’s Office.
The race for attorney general next year is expected to draw some strong candidates. The incumbent, Hector Balderas, a Democrat, is in his second term and cannot run for re-election.
COVID-19 by the numbers New Mexico health officials yesterday reported 448 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the statewide total so far to 183,781. Bernalillo County had 105 new cases, followed by Eddy County with 100 new cases and Doña Ana County with 70. Santa Fe County had 14 new cases. The state also announced 14 additional deaths, including three from Santa Fe County: A man in his 60s who was hospitalized and had underlying conditions; a man in his 80s who was hospitalized and had underlying conditions; and a woman in her 90s who was hospitalized. There have now been 135 deaths in Santa Fe County and 3,658 statewide.