No signs warn New Mexicans entering from the north side against trespassing, yet the feds pledge “no exceptions” to prosecution.
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We must fiercely defend our national monument
The future of our communities depends on land preservation and our outdoor economy.
As feds clamp down, NMSU threads a needle
The university’s new president is taking a measured but firm approach.
Vasquez pledges to fight, looks to 2026
Congressman blasts Trump and Project 2025 during Las Cruces town hall.
Darkness spreads across the borderlands and beyond
Trump’s purge of immigrants will expand to American citizens if we don’t fight back right now.
A jubilant display of community at protest
Now we must channel that energy into upcoming elections and policy battles.
When protesting Musk, prioritize community
State Rep. Derrick Lente had strong words for those who don’t respect tribal land.
House OKs taxing oil more, New Mexicans less
“This is tax justice,” said Rep. Derrick Lente, the proposal’s sponsor.
Senator urges action: ‘Don’t let fear paralyze you’
State Sen. Harold Pope Jr.’s sobering floor speech was a call for ground-up resistance.
NM should stop enabling immigrant detention
We can’t end the federal government’s oppression, but we should refuse to participate.