Governor-Elect Announces Regent Selection Process
Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham:
SANTA FE – Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday unveiled the process through which she will fill numerous forthcoming vacancies on New Mexico boards of regents.
The governor-elect named six individuals leading three advisory committees that are interviewing prospective candidates and vetting the background of each, using clearly defined criteria intended to determine what each institution must have in its board of regents.
The committees will offer recommendations to the governor-elect, Read More
IFPTE: Government Shutdown Places Unnecessary Burden On Highly-Skilled Professionals
By PAUL SHEAARONKenneth Starr To Lecture At UNM School Of Law
Kenneth Starr
UNM News:
Kenneth Winston Starr, J.D., will present, “Investigating the President, Now and Then: Living in a Constitutional Quagmire” at The University of New Mexico School of Law on Wednesday, Jan. 23.
Starr will present his lecture as a Distinguished John Field Simms, Sr. Memorial Lecturer.
The event — which was postponed in October and now rescheduled — includes a book signing beginning at 4:45 p.m., followed at 5:30 p.m. by the lecture. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is required and can be completed on the UNM Read More
Governor-Elect Announces Three New Appointments
New Mexico Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham:
SANTA FE – New Mexico Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham announced additional appointments today in Albuquerque.
“Every single day we have the opportunity to build our new leadership is a great day for New Mexico,” Lujan Grisham said. “These three individuals have had incredibly distinguished careers, and I’m honored they are willing to dedicate this part of their lives to establishing a whole new dynamic.”
The governor-elect announced the following appointments:
- William Scott
Councilors Chandler, Pongratz And Reiss Say Goodbye
At the final meeting of the year, Council Chair David Izraelevitz presents an engraved plaque to outgoing Council Vice Chair Christine Chandler who has been elected to serve Dist. 43 in the state legislature. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
Councilor Morris Pongratz, left, receives an engraved plaque from Council Chair David Izraelevitz. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com 
Council Chair David Izraelevitz, left, presents outgoing Councilor Rick Reiss with an engraved plaque. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.comCounty Council Passes State Legislative Agenda
Council Vice Chair and Dist. 43 Rep.-Elect Christine Chandler - Efforts towards maintaining the tax revenues from the managing entities that operate the national laboratories in New Mexico so that state and regional revenues
RSF: First Anniversary Of Blogger Wu Gan Conviction
Chinese blogger Wu Gan sentenced to eight years in prison for criticizing corruption within the Communist Party’s ranks. Courtesy photoHead To Head: Got Hope?
By BONNIE J. GORDONNov. 4, 2008, U.S. Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois was elected president of the United States over U.S. Sen. John McCain of Arizona. Obama was the first African American to be elected president. He was born to an American mother and a Kenyan father in Hawaii.
Although he would graduate from Harvard Law School, Obama had a background in community organizing in Chicago. He became a state senator in 1996 and earned a reputation for working well with Republicans as well as his own party. In 2004, he moved on to the U.S. Senate.
In 2008, Obama Read More
AG And Incoming-Auditor Announce Partisan Investigation After OSA Requests Routine Documents
NMSA News:Governor-Elect Makes More Cabinet Appointments
Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham:
SANTA FE — Gov.-elect Michelle Lujan Grisham announced additional cabinet appointments Wednesday in Albuquerque.
“I’m thrilled to once again present a collection of extraordinarily talented individuals,” Lujan Grisham said. “Each nominee today makes a substantive addition to what is already a strong group of nominees, and collectively they serve as a reminder of the diverse talent in our communities.”
The governor-elect announced the following appointments: Read More
Auditor-elect Colón To Launch Investigation Of Wayne Johnson’s Misconduct; Demands He Immediately Stop Any Use Of State Auditor’s Office
Auditor-elect Brian Colón
From the Office of Auditor-elect Brian Colón:
SANTA FE — Amid an active criminal investigation into New Mexico State Auditor Wayne Johnson, Auditor-elect Brian Colón announced today that immediately after he is sworn in he will launch an investigation and internal review of all misconduct and abuse of power by Johnson.
New Mexico State Auditor Wayne Johnson
Colón issued the following statement regarding the active criminal investigation into Johnson and more allegations of abuse of power and corruption:
“The integrity of the Read More
New Oversight Report Shines Spotlight On Sexual Assault, Harassment In Key Industries
U.S. Sen. Patty MurrayDNC Announces Framework For 2020 Democratic Presidential Primary Debates
DNC News:Governor Appoints Gregory Fulfer To State Senate
Gov. Susana MartinezBandelier National Monument Closes To All Visitors
BANDELIER News:
During the federal government shutdown, Bandelier National Monument is closed to all visitors. Also, during the federal government shutdown, the Bandelier website will not be updated and may not reflect current conditions.
Some national parks may remain accessible to visitors; however, access may change without notice. Some parks are closed completely. Some visitor services may be available when provided by concessioners or other entities.
For most parks, there will be no National Park Service-provided visitor services, such as restrooms, trash collection, facilities
Udall, Heinrich Vote To Reform Broken Criminal Justice System, Improve Public Safety
U.S. SENATE News:RSF: 2018 Round-Up Of Deadly Attacks And Abuses Against Journalists – Figures Up In All Categories
Marg Elliston Announces Campaign For Re-Election As Democratic Party Of New Mexico Chair
State Chair Marg EllistonValles Caldera Closed During Government Shutdown
All access to Valles Caldera National Preserve is closed due to the government shutdown. Courtesy/VCNP
VCNP News:
JEMEZ SPRINGS – Due to the lapse of federal appropriations and the subsequent shutdown of the federal government, all access to Valles Caldera National Preserve is closed for the safety and protection of visitors and park resources.
Many other national park sites across the country will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Many other national park sites across the country will remain as accessible as possible while still Read More
Interior Secretary Secures Historic Interagency Memorandum Of Agreement Between 12 Agencies
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke
DOI News:
WASHINGTON, D.― U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke announced Friday the completion of a historic interagency memorandum of agreement (MOA) between 12 federal agencies for expanded participation by federal agencies in the 477-Demonstration Project (“477-initiative”).
The MOA is a key requirement identified in amendments provided under the Indian Employment, Training, and Related Services Consolidation Act of 2017, Public Law 115-93, as signed by President Donald Trump Dec. 18, 2017. The 477-initiative Read More
