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Republican enters fray while Dems claw to keep control of NM Land Office

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Conservative Chaves County Commissioner Michael Perry officially launched his campaign Monday for New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands, offering voters a grounded, experienced alternative to what’s shaping up to be a far-left field of Democrat candidates.

Perry, a Roswell native with over two decades managing and protecting New Mexico’s lands and wildlife, is seeking the Republican nomination to bring what he calls “balance, common sense, and real-world experience” back to the Land Office. He previously served as Major of Southern Field Operations with the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, and later as Assistant Land Commissioner under Republican Aubrey Dunn. Perry currently serves as Vice Chair of the Chaves County Commission and represents New Mexico on the National Association of Counties’ Public Lands Committee.

“The land in New Mexico is in my blood,” Perry said in his announcement. “I’ve protected it, fought for it, and managed it for over 20 years. I’m running because New Mexico deserves a Land Commissioner who knows the land, respects the people, and understands the responsibility.”

Photo of Michael Perry, Republican candidate for NM State Land Commissioner.

The Land Office controls nearly 9 million acres of surface land and 13 million mineral acres — with revenue from those lands generating over $2 billion annually for public education and other state programs. Perry argues that rural New Mexicans and working families are being ignored in favor of radical environmentalism and anti-industry politics.

“I’ve seen firsthand how far-left policies threaten our energy producers, farmers, ranchers, and educators,” Perry said. “We need someone who can responsibly manage our public lands without sacrificing jobs or crippling local economies.”

While Perry offers a resume rooted in land stewardship, the Democrat field is already stacking up with candidates pushing extreme progressive agendas.

State Rep. Matthew McQueen, a Santa Fe-area Democrat known for his combative and elitist style in the Legislature, has entered the race pledging to go after the oil and gas industry and expand burdensome regulations. McQueen has long been at odds with rural voices and has supported legislation undermining private landowners and energy producers.

Joining him is Jonas Moya, a Tucumcari rancher and former Biden administration appointee who’s expected to be a rubber stamp for federal overreach and climate mandates from Washington, D.C. Moya brings insider connections but little to suggest he’ll challenge the extreme environmentalist policies that have hurt working New Mexicans.

Also running is Juan Sanchez, a former Army Corps bureaucrat and consultant to the Acequia Commission, whose campaign leans heavily into climate activism and expanding government control of land and water usage.

Together, the three Democrats offer a vision of government-run land management more beholden to left-wing pressure groups than the farmers, ranchers, hunters, and energy workers who depend on New Mexico’s land for their livelihoods.

Perry says he’ll stand firm in defense of responsible energy development, private property rights, and keeping land productive for future generations.

“I’ve served in the field, in the Roundhouse, and in the State Land Office,” Perry said. “Now I’m ready to serve all New Mexicans — not just the ones who live in Santa Fe and push papers for a living.”

With Democrats turning the race into a contest of who can pander hardest to the environmental lobby, Perry’s entry gives voters a clear choice between common-sense stewardship and radical politics in the 2026 election.

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‘Your SSN is suspended!’ — The shocking new scam targeting New Mexicans

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New Mexicans are being warned to stay alert as a wave of phishing scams impersonating the Social Security Administration (SSA) continues to target unsuspecting residents with alarming emails designed to steal personal information or infect their devices with malware.

These types of scams aren’t new—but they’re growing more sophisticated and increasingly localized. One particularly dangerous variation is the SSA phishing scam, which falsely claims that your Social Security number is under investigation for serious crimes like drug trafficking and money laundering. Some of these fraudulent emails even cite alleged criminal activity in states like Texas and New Mexico to lend an air of credibility and fear.

One recent phishing email read:

“We are conducting an ongoing inquiry into your Social Security Number and identity due to suspected links to drug trafficking. A series of international wire transfers to accounts on the Federal Trade Commission’s restricted list has been flagged. There have been reports of suspicious activities associated with your Social Security Number in Texas and New Mexico… The Texas Court has directed the suspension of your Social Security Number due to its association with money laundering activities involving your bank accounts.”

These messages often look official, citing agencies like the SSA, the FTC, and even state attorneys general. They typically claim that your SSN is about to be suspended unless you take immediate action—usually by clicking a link or downloading a document. Of course, doing so can install malware, steal your data, or lead to financial fraud.

Why These Scams Work

Scammers rely on two key psychological tactics: urgency and impersonation. By claiming your SSN is linked to criminal activity and suggesting law enforcement or legal action is imminent, they aim to push you into panic mode. Once you’re scared, you’re more likely to act without thinking—exactly what scammers want.

They also overwhelm the victim with legal-sounding jargon and multi-state references to make the situation appear complicated and beyond the control of the average citizen. That’s where many victims freeze—and click the link.

How to Spot These Fake Emails

Legitimate communications from the Social Security Administration will:

  • Address you by your full legal name—not “Dear recipient” or “User.”
  • Never threaten you with arrest or suspend your SSN over email.
  • Never request sensitive personal information or payments via email.

In contrast, scam emails tend to be vague, grammatically inconsistent, and heavy-handed in their threats. If you receive a message like this, don’t click anything.

10 Ways New Mexicans Can Protect Themselves

  1. Pause when the message feels urgent. Government agencies don’t demand immediate action or payment through emails, especially not with threats of jail or SSN suspension.
  2. Use reliable antivirus protection. Strong antivirus software can flag suspicious emails, dangerous websites, and malicious downloads.
  3. Reduce your digital footprint. Your data may be exposed online. Consider using data removal services to scrub your information from broker sites.
  4. Use multiple emails. Keep your financial, shopping, and public emails separate to limit exposure.
  5. Check your credit and SSA account regularly. Free credit monitoring and reviewing your SSA statement can help you catch fraud early.
  6. Turn on multi-factor authentication (MFA). Adding an extra verification step protects your online accounts even if your password is stolen.
  7. Use strong, unique passwords. A password manager can help create and store secure logins.
  8. Keep your devices updated. Security patches close vulnerabilities that scammers exploit.
  9. Consider identity theft protection. Services can monitor your SSN, alert you to suspicious activity, and help freeze your accounts in emergencies.
  10. Report phishing attempts.
  • Forward phishing emails to: reportphishing@apwg.org
  • Report SSA scams: oig.ssa.gov/report
  • File a report with the FTC: reportfraud.ftc.gov

The New Mexico Context

Residents across the Land of Enchantment should be especially cautious. Scammers often localize their messages by naming states like New Mexico in their threats to increase believability. With our proximity to the southern border and recent high-profile criminal enforcement stories, some emails even attempt to link recipients to fictitious drug trafficking networks.

If you or someone you know has received one of these emails, stay calm, don’t engage, and report it. Spreading awareness could prevent someone in your community from becoming the next victim.

Final Takeaway

Phishing scams are evolving, but the core tactic is the same: instill fear, urgency, and confusion to make you act without thinking. With a skeptical eye and good digital habits, you can protect yourself—and your Social Security number—from these criminals.

Stay safe, New Mexico.

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U.S. citizen caught smuggling 13 illegals under flatbed near Deming

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In a striking victory for border security and President Donald J. Trump’s strengthened immigration enforcement agenda, U.S. Border Patrol agents near Deming, New Mexico, intercepted a tractor-trailer smuggling 13 illegal aliens in a covert and dangerous operation orchestrated by a Maryland-based U.S. citizen. The late-night bust highlights the effectiveness of President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and the reinvigorated border force’s commitment to cracking down on transnational criminal enterprises.

According to court records and a criminal complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico, agents with the Deming Station Disrupt Unit were monitoring Interstate 10 around 12:25 a.m. on June 25 when they spotted a suspicious red International tractor-trailer hauling an empty flatbed—a common tactic used by smugglers to conceal human cargo. The vehicle, with Maryland and Maine plates, attempted to bypass a known Border Patrol checkpoint by taking a circuitous route north on Gold Road and east on State Road 26.

Upon pulling the vehicle over near mile marker 11, agents encountered 40-year-old Jarol Wilberto Arroyo-Cerin, who initially appeared cooperative. After granting permission to search the cab, agents discovered one woman hiding inside. Further inspection revealed a shocking sight: 12 more individuals crammed into hidden compartments, including under the flatbed, laying on wooden boards and rubber mats—conditions described by witnesses as dangerous, uncomfortable, and terrifying.

The 13 smuggled individuals originated from Mexico, Guatemala, and Ecuador, including an unaccompanied minor. All admitted to illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border, primarily near Mount Cristo Rey. Witnesses detailed how they were picked up in black vehicles and delivered to a semi-truck at a shopping mall in El Paso. One material witness stated the driver gave specific instructions to hide in the trailer’s floor compartment—an area so cramped and unstable it left them fearing for their life.

Following his arrest, Arroyo-Cerin confessed to agents that he had repeatedly transported illegal aliens—about six at a time—on at least five prior occasions. He was allegedly recruited at a truck stop in Albuquerque by a known associate working with smuggling operations and was being paid per person.

Arroyo-Cerin now faces federal charges for conspiracy to bring in and transport illegal aliens, a felony under 8 U.S.C. § 1324. If convicted, he could face up to 10 years in prison.

U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and El Paso Sector Border Patrol Chief Walter N. Slosar announced the charges, praising the agents’ work as part of Operation Take Back America—a DOJ-led initiative championed under President Trump’s administration to destroy cartels, eliminate transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and repel the ongoing invasion at the southern border.

“This case proves that our border agents, empowered under President Trump’s leadership, are doing what it takes to dismantle smuggling networks and protect American communities,” said Ellison. “We will continue to use every tool at our disposal to uphold the rule of law and deliver justice.”

The investigation was led by the U.S. Border Patrol with prosecution by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Elizabeth Tonkin under the Department of Justice’s coordinated crackdown on illegal immigration and organized crime.

With America’s renewed commitment to border enforcement, operations like this show that the days of open borders and unchecked smuggling are over. President Trump’s immigration force is not only back—it’s working.

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Triggered: MLG has full-blown meltdown over Trump’s ‘Beautiful’ budget bill

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Far-left Democrat Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham erupted in outrage Tuesday following final passage of President Donald J. Trump’s sweeping federal budget overhaul, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” The legislation, which passed Congress with GOP majorities and is set to be signed by Trump on the Fourth of July, marks a dramatic reshaping of the federal budget, delivering major tax relief to working Americans and slashing bloated bureaucratic programs.

Lujan Grisham, who has built her administration on expanding state dependency programs and inflating New Mexico’s government spending, issued a scathing statement in which she declared the budget an “abomination,” claiming it was “a betrayal” and warning of supposed “threats” to New Mexicans.

“The Republican budget bill is an abomination that abandons working families and threatens the health and well-being of New Mexicans,” she claimed, despite the bill’s focus on reducing the federal tax burden and prioritizing local control. Lujan Grisham went on to accuse Republicans of “slashing funding for health care and child nutrition to pay for tax cuts for the ultra-rich,” echoing stale class warfare rhetoric.

But the governor’s fiery tirade seemed less about facts and more about partisan fury. In what some critics have called a “meltdown,” Lujan Grisham floated the idea of calling a state special session—not to address state needs, but seemingly to air her grievances with a federal bill she has no authority over.

“Make no mistake,” she fumed, “this Republican budget will hit New Mexico hard.” She then ticked off a series of apocalyptic predictions—from cuts to Medicaid and education to tax hikes on electricity—despite no such measures being confirmed in the final budget text.

The bill, which all of New Mexico’s three representatives and two senators in Congress voted against, including an expansion of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) to compensate the plight of the Downwinders in New Mexico. Despite that, the entirely Democrat delegation (due to partisan gerrymandering) voted against it. 

Lujan Grisham blamed Trump and Congressional Republicans for the legislation, blasting what she called a lack of “hearings, debate and transparency”—even though the bill went through regular order in both chambers and was widely praised for simplifying the tax code and eliminating waste. Just in its last hurdle, the bill suffered 12 grueling hours of Democrat grandstanding in a House committee and hours of bloviating from Democrat Rep. Hakeem Jeffries of New York on the House floor before final passage. 

The governor vowed to “fight like hell” to stop what she described as a “fiscal assault,” suggesting her administration would comb through the bill looking for ways to push back.

Political observers say her reaction underscores the growing frustration among Democrat leaders as Trump racks up legislative wins during his second term. With the economy rebounding, inflation stabilizing, and Trump’s approval surging, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is being hailed by Americans as a turning point — or a “Golden Age” of American greatness.

In contrast, Lujan Grisham’s dramatic response is being mocked by critics as political theater. “She’s triggered because Trump delivered what Democrats never could: prosperity through freedom, not handouts,” said one GOP strategist.

As Trump prepares to sign the bill on Independence Day, it’s clear who’s celebrating—and who’s seething.

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Dems turn their backs on Downwinders while prioritizing criminal aliens

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As cancer-stricken American citizens in New Mexico and across the West wait for long-overdue justice, Democrats in Congress continue to stall life-saving compensation for the very people harmed by their own government’s nuclear testing during the mid-1940s— all while fast-tracking benefits and protections for criminal illegal aliens paid for exclusively by the American taxpayer.

Senate Republicans have stepped up where Democrats failed, passing a sweeping tax and spending package — dubbed the “big, beautiful bill” — that includes a long-fought expansion of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA). This program, which expired over a year ago thanks to congressional inaction, provides financial relief to those exposed to deadly radiation during the U.S. government’s atomic testing and uranium mining efforts.

The bill, if passed by the House, would finally extend compensation to downwinders in New Mexico, Utah, and Idaho — people who were left out of the original RECA coverage despite overwhelming scientific evidence that they were blanketed in fallout from Cold War-era nuclear explosions. It also adds coverage for communities in Missouri, Tennessee, Alaska, and Kentucky affected by the Manhattan Project.

“This is generational legislation for Missouri and will finally deliver justice for survivors in the St. Louis region,” said Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO), who championed the provision. “I call on the House to quickly pass this legislation and send it to President Trump’s desk.”

The updated bill raises the compensation amount to $100,000, loosens residency requirements, and extends eligibility for uranium workers across 11 states — including New Mexico. RECA had previously offered only $50,000 to $75,000 and restricted access to a small handful of counties, leaving thousands of Americans with no help as they battled radiation-linked diseases.

It’s a monumental shift — but one that Democrats in the House are once again threatening to derail.

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM), instead of applauding this long-overdue relief for her own constituents, bizarrely took a swipe at House Republicans for allowing the program to lapse in the first place — conveniently ignoring that the entirely Democrat New Mexico delegation, despite years of control, failed to pass an expansion. “While the broader Billionaires Budget Bill is deeply harmful in many ways,” she scoffed, “we are glad some Republicans are finally recognizing the value of RECA.”

This kind of callous rhetoric insults the intelligence — and the suffering — of downwinders across New Mexico. These are not wealthy elites or partisan activists. They are ordinary families who were poisoned by their own government and then abandoned by elected officials too busy pandering to illegal immigrants and radical special interests.

As open-border Democrats fight to fund hotel stays, legal aid, and health care for criminal aliens, they simultaneously claim RECA’s $7.7 billion price tag is just too much to bear. Meanwhile, actual American citizens — veterans, ranchers, Navajo uranium workers, and children born in the radioactive shadow of nuclear blasts — continue to die waiting for relief.

RECA was never a partisan issue. It’s about righting a historical wrong. And yet, it has been Republicans — not Democrats — who finally took meaningful action to make these Americans whole.

People like far-left Rep. Gabe Vasquez used the Downwinders as political fodder during campaign season, but now, while he could be the difference to making them whole again, the entire Democrat caucus in the U.S. House — including him — have vowed to reject compensating them by voting against the bill.

The House now holds the key. Will Democrats finally put Americans first — or will they once again prioritize lawbreakers over the law-abiding?

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Far-left Dem McQueen to leave NM House, vie for higher office

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One of the most prickly, petulant, and downright disagreeable members of the New Mexico Legislature is finally throwing in the towel — at least in the House. Six-term Democrat Matthew McQueen announced he will not seek reelection to the Legislature, instead launching a bid for New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands in 2026. For New Mexicans fed up with McQueen’s arrogance, condescension, and far-left extremism, the news is both a relief and a warning.

In a press release riddled with political posturing, McQueen declared, “I have the proven record of standing up to bullies and corruption.” But for many New Mexicans, McQueen has been the bully. His track record is one of vindictiveness, elitism, and hostility toward working-class values and rural communities.

Case in point: Edgewood, 2023. When the small town’s commissioners voted to uphold federal law through a pro-life ordinance consistent with the Comstock Act, McQueen threatened to retaliate. “I’m just going to have to reconsider how I allocate my capital outlay,” he sneered, implying he’d withhold funding from his own constituents. When a commissioner called out the threat, McQueen smugly doubled down: “Well, if you want to take it that way.”

He then insulted the town outright, saying, “Edgewood is insignificant.” That’s not standing up to bullies — that is being a bully.

Then there’s his radical land agenda. In 2023, McQueen pushed a sweeping “30 by 30”-style land grab bill — HB 45 — designed to gobble up New Mexico land in the name of “conservation,” which would have devastated working farmers, ranchers, and hunters. His bill was so extreme that even Democrats on the committee joined Republicans to kill it. Rural New Mexico sent a clear message: hands off our land.

McQueen’s abrasiveness isn’t confined to policy. His social media tirades have also drawn ire. In October 2022, he lashed out when confronted with facts about the horrific reality of late-term abortions and infanticide at UNM Hospital, angrily calling it “dangerous” and “disgusting.” But the receipts were undeniable, including testimony from abortionist Eve Espey herself, admitting babies were born alive and left to die. McQueen never apologized for smearing those who told the truth.

McQueen was also a major proponent of extreme gerrymandering of the state’s congressional map to benefit Democrats, resulting in all three of the state’s districts being pushed to the far left and hundreds of thousands of voters left disenfranchised, all while McQueen’s district got bluer. His rhetoric and inclination toward disagreement with all sides is likely not to land him many endorsements from the Legislature.

Now, this far-left trial lawyer wants to control 22 million acres of New Mexico’s trust land and minerals as State Land Commissioner — an office that generates over $2 billion annually for our schools and public institutions. He promises to “build on the successes” of radical incumbent Stephanie Garcia Richard and eco-activists like Jim Baca.

That should concern every New Mexican who values oil and gas jobs, property rights, and responsible land use.

While McQueen cloaks his ambition in lofty rhetoric about education and conservation, his record is clear: punish small towns, lie about abortion, push radical environmental schemes, and fight for far-left causes. He may call it “leadership.” Most New Mexicans call it being a condescending, gaslighting windbag.

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MLG gets ‘Public Safety Advocate’ award while New Mexicans fear for their lives

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In a move that has left many scratching their heads, the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce named Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham its “Public Safety Advocate” at Thursday’s 2025 Chamber and Legislative Awards. The ceremony recognized several lawmakers, but few accept the label “public safety advocate” while crime spirals and the governor targets lawful gun owners instead of criminals.

The award comes just months after a flurry of legislative failures on crime. Gov. Lujan Grisham lamented that lawmakers didn’t follow her lead on several public safety initiatives, which critics point out as proof she’s more interested in protecting political optics than actual citizens.

Mike Canfield of Valliant Consulting presented the award, praising the governor: “She has focused a bright spotlight on this issue, and despite her unwavering commitment to policy changes, more progress needs to be made.” The Chamber recounted that Lujan Grisham “told attendees she remains committed and will work with the Legislature in the months to come.”

Yet, while accepting accolades, she’s simultaneously escalating tension with New Mexicans over gun rights, with sweeping red-flag laws and expanding background checks aimed more at law-abiding gun owners than hardened criminals. This has inflamed backlash among Second Amendment supporters, who argue she’s politicizing constitutional rights instead of curbing violent crime.

That violence isn’t theoretical. Albuquerque’s Central Avenue Corridor—dubbed the “war zone”—has witnessed a surge in shootings and drug-related incidents. According to a recent CBS News snapshot, the city recorded 11 homicides in Q1 2025. Aggravated assaults hit 895, robberies at 153, and rapes at 48.

In April, responding to a request from APD Chief Harold Medina, Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency and dispatched 60–70 unarmed National Guard members to Albuquerque. Cloaked in civilian attire and operating in support roles—handling crime-scene security, traffic control, detainee transport, drone operations, and booking support—their job is to free up officers.

Local law enforcement is skeptical. Det. Shaun Willoughby, president of the Albuquerque Police Officers Association, asked, “What are they going to do? … They can’t intervene. They don’t have the authority to take anybody to jail. They’re not armed.” 

Despite critiques, often from law enforcement and the public at large, Gov. Lujan Grisham continues to portray herself as tough on crime. At the award event, she reiterated her intent to press for legislative reforms. But the optics of receiving a public safety honor while policing citizen rights and deploying troops to shield local police have many asking: Is this genuine leadership, or political theater?

Meanwhile, Albuquerque’s crime stats paint a dire picture. The city and state continue to suffer from an elevated rate of violence, especially among juveniles and in connection with the fentanyl epidemic.

If Michelle Lujan Grisham truly wants to redeem the public safety narrative, critics say she must move beyond awards and mandates. 

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Deadly roads and high car theft: Why New Mexico is failing summer travelers

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As millions of Americans gear up to hit the road this summer, a new report from WalletHub has dealt a blow to New Mexico’s tourism outlook. The personal finance website ranked the Land of Enchantment a disappointing 43rd out of 50 states in its 2025 report on the Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips.

The ranking, released this week, compared all 50 states across 32 metrics, including the number of attractions, gas prices, road safety, car theft rates, and travel-related costs. Despite its rich cultural history and natural beauty, New Mexico performed poorly in several key categories that influence road trip experiences.

According to the data, New Mexico ranked:

  • 27th in number of attractions,
  • 20th for average gas prices,
  • But a dismal 46th in nightlife options per capita,
  • 44th in vehicle miles traveled per capita,
  • 46th in car thefts per capita,
  • 34th in lowest camping prices,
  • And a concerning 48th in road fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles traveled.

“Taking a summer road trip can be a very exciting way to experience a new place, but with the prices of gas, food and accommodations still impacted by inflation, you’ll want to be in a state that makes this type of vacation affordable,” said WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo. “Safe roads are also key, and so is having plenty of worthwhile attractions to stop at along the road.”

New Mexico’s high rate of vehicle fatalities and car thefts contributed significantly to its low overall score, raising concerns about traveler safety during peak tourism months.

WalletHub’s top-ranking state for summer road trips in 2025 was Minnesota, thanks to its strong investment in parks and recreation, numerous summer festivals, and low accident rates.

Experts consulted in the report say the appeal of road trips is rising, in part due to frustrations with air travel.

“With lower gas prices this year, road trips are increasingly attractive,” said Ira L. Rosen, President of Ira L. Rosen LLC and adjunct professor at Temple University. “Also, airlines, airports, and air traffic safety have taken some high-visibility hits this season.”

Ball State University associate professor Craig Webster agreed. “Road trips should become more popular,” he said. “The recent stories about the poor quality of airline customer service and high prices should encourage people to stay with their cars.”

As for how states like New Mexico can improve their standing, experts say it comes down to both safety and smart promotion.

“Local officials should ensure safe driving through law enforcement and better communication of safety risks,” Webster said. “Tourists are more vulnerable than locals — they lack the local knowledge, security networks, and resources.”

Andrei P. Kirilenko of the University of Florida warned that mishandling public safety or crime can have long-lasting consequences. “Mismanaged natural disasters or crime towards tourists create long-lasting ‘mental risk maps,’ which cover an entire region well beyond the original impact,” he said.

While New Mexico remains a visually stunning and culturally rich destination, WalletHub’s data suggests state leaders have work to do in improving road safety, protecting travelers’ vehicles, and investing in tourism infrastructure that can make summer road trips safer and more enjoyable.

The full report is available at: WalletHub’s 2025 Summer Road Trip Rankings.

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Stansbury refuses to eat crow at DOGE hearing after humiliating math fail

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During a recent House Oversight subcommittee hearing on DOGE, Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) presented a visual aid that raised eyebrows for its mathematical inconsistency. 

The graphic, intended to illustrate polling data, displayed percentages that totaled 110%—an obvious statistical error that went unnoticed.

Rep. Brian Jack (R-GA) pointed out the discrepancy during the hearing, stating, “The poll behind you, behind our ranking member, it adds up to 110 percent. Just wanted to clarify, is it meant to add up to 110 percent, or is that an error?”

Percentages, by definition, should total 100%. The mistake drew attention not just because of the numbers themselves, but also because the error was presented in an official congressional setting. Rather than acknowledge the miscalculation, Rep. Stansbury stood by the data.

“This is from a Quinnipiac poll that was held two weeks ago, and this is the data that was provided,” Stansbury responded. “There’s a wealth of information, including information about Donald Trump’s falling poll numbers. So you should take a look.”

Her response, while redirecting attention to the source of the data, did not address the basic flaw in the chart’s presentation. The exchange gave additional ammunition to Republican members of the committee, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), who weighed in with her own observation.

“The gentleman yields, and it still adds up to 110 percent!” Greene said. “That’s a fake poll right there!”

While mistakes can certainly happen, especially when dealing with large volumes of data, the incident has sparked questions about attention to detail from Rep. Stansbury’s office. Misrepresenting numbers—particularly in a public setting meant to inform congressional discussions—can undermine credibility, regardless of party affiliation.

As of publication, Rep. Stansbury’s office has not responded to inquiries about whether she is aware of the numerical error in the graphic.

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Leftist radicals vandalize women’s sports bus in Santa Fe

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The Independent Women’s Forum (IWF) reported that their custom bus—used for a New Mexico tour promoting women’s sports—was hit with eggs during a stop in Santa Fe on Monday. The group had gathered in the state’s capital to mark the 53rd anniversary of Title IX, joined by U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon.

The tour features a newly wrapped bus bearing the slogan “HER GAME HER LEGACY,” designed to highlight and honor female athletes. The bus included handwritten notes and signatures, including one from McMahon herself.

But what was meant to be a celebration turned disruptive, as IWF claims the vehicle was vandalized while parked at the event.

Photos shared with Fox News Digital reveal cracked eggshells scattered beneath the bus and visible smears on its side panels.

Victoria Coley, IWF’s vice president of communications, addressed the incident in a statement to the outlet. “Following our ‘Her Game. Her Legacy.’ event honoring the 53rd anniversary of Title IX and generations of female athletes, our tour bus—clearly branded to celebrate women’s sports—was targeted and vandalized with eggs,” she said. “The individual came dangerously close to hitting me directly. We have filed a police report, and security cameras captured the suspect in the act.”

Coley also called out what she described as escalating hostility: “In recent days, agitators in Santa Fe have made our event and state-wide bus tour a focal point for harassment, but let me be clear: Independent Women will not be intimidated. We will never back down from protecting women’s sports, defending sex-based rights, and standing up for female athletes across this state and this country. Our ‘Her Game. Her Legacy.’ bus tour will continue to all 33 counties of New Mexico—unshaken and undeterred.”

Fox News Digital has submitted a public records request to the Santa Fe Police Department, and according to documents provided by IWF, a case has indeed been opened.

The alleged egging wasn’t the only disruption. IWF noted in a press release that they were forced to find a new venue at the last minute after the original host pulled out due to conflicting values with the organization’s mission.

Despite the setback, the event went forward with several notable speakers. Among them were McMahon and Payton McNabb, a former high school volleyball player who has since become an advocate for women’s sports.

McMahon reflected on the change of plans, telling Fox News Digital, “I thought it was unfortunate, but I have to say the event was actually incredibly good. I’m sure for the event managers of the event, it was chaos for them, but as far as I was considered, it was seamless.”

This is not the first time an IWF bus has been the target of vandalism. During a July 2024 rally in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the group found their bus had been defaced with eggs, profanity, and hostile messages such as “Trans women are women,” “F— transphobia,” and “Bigots on board.”

At the time, IWF responded forcefully: “Radical gender ideologues on a mission to erase womanhood seek to keep us quiet. WE WON’T BACK DOWN. WOMEN WON’T BE SILENT,” the group posted on X.

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