Haaland Picks Lt Gov Running Mate

Deb Haaland is personally stepping in to pick her lieutenant governor running mate after Maggie Toulouse Oliver’s unexpected withdrawal due to health issues, breaking from tradition by interviewing candidates and sending them a detailed questionnaire. With state rules requiring a 30-day notice before selecting a replacement, the timeline remains fluid, but several names are already emerging — including state senators Harold Pope Jr. and Leo Jaramillo, and former Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard — while Auditor Joseph Maestas has stepped aside citing logistical hurdles. Haaland’s campaign emphasizes finding the most qualified partner to advance their agenda on lowering costs, improving healthcare and education, and boosting public safety. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2e5c25b622ce0d6d