SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Democrats have expanded their control of the New Mexico Legislature, giving momentum to progressive priorities on recreational marijuana, education and abortion rights. But Republicans reclaimed a conservative-leaning congressional district in southern New Mexico and fended off some progressive Democrats who had unseated centrists in legislative primaries. Democrats successfully defended legislative majorities in the state House and Senate, and women expanded their political representation in both chambers. Three Senate races and five House races are still undecided. County election boards are wrapping up counts Wednesday of a few thousand outstanding absentee and provisional ballots.
New Mexico Democrats gain steam for progressive priorities
