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Former Las Cruces Mayor Miyagishima ends bid for New Mexico governor
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· July 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Why this matters in The El Paso
The withdrawal of Ken Miyagishima from the New Mexico governor's race has implications for El Paso County residents who often look to Las Cruces as a neighboring city with shared regional interests. As an independent candidate, Miyagishima's departure means one less option for voters in the border region who may have been drawn to his local perspective. With Miyagishima's decision to support Greg Hull, a Republican candidate, it will be interesting to see how this endorsement affects the dynamics of the race in southern New Mexico. El Pasoans will likely be watching the November election closely, particularly as it relates to issues like border security, trade, and economic development, which are crucial to the region's growth and prosperity. The fact that Miyagishima failed to qualify for the ballot and considered appealing to the state supreme court also raises questions about the election process and ballot access in New Mexico.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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