Marc Ellery covers Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's official trip to Spain, two new State Transportation Commission appointments, and a record-breaking $1.5 billion higher education budget for New Mexico—a 15.4% increase. He examines what these moves signal about governance, legacy, and infrastructure priorities in the Land of Enchantment.

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Marc Ellery covers Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's final legislative session, where she signed 72 new laws including universal child care and medical malpractice reform, approved a record $1.5 billion higher education budget, and vetoed bills limiting emergency spending.

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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed 72 new laws in her final session, making New Mexico the first state offering universal no-cost child care. Host Marc Ellery covers water infrastructure, housing initiatives, medical malpractice reform, and a district attorney appointment, examining how ambitious policy translates into real-world impact.

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Marc Ellery unpacks Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's 2026 Madrid trip for a Latino heritage summit, two emergency executive orders addressing Albuquerque public safety and severe weather, and John William Bernitz's appointment as McKinley County District Attorney—revealing simultaneous governing challenges in New Mexico.

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# New Mexico Governor Podcast Episode Description

**Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's Madrid Trip & Controversial Staff Raises Spark Debate**

Tune in to the New Mexico Governor Podcast as host Marc breaks down the latest headlines surrounding Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. In this episode, we cover her official visit to Madrid, Spain for an educational and business summit focused on U.S.-Spain relations and investment opportunities in energy innovation and tech. Learn how the governor is positioning New Mexico on the global stage while Lt. Governor Howie Morales oversees state operations.

But that's not all—discover the controversy surrounding significant salary increases for top gubernatorial staff members, including raises exceeding 16% for some positions while most state workers receive just 1% increases. We break down the details on Deputy Chief of Staff Diego Arencon, Director of Cabinet Affairs Caroline Buerkle, and Senior Infrastructure Advisor Rebecca Roose's pay hikes, and explore the social media debate about whether these raises are justified during Lujan Grisham's final months in office.

**What You'll Learn:**
- Governor Lujan Grisham's Madrid trip details and business objectives
- Complete breakdown of controversial staff salary increases
- Public reaction and debate across social media
- Impact on state budget priorities

**Keywords:** New Mexico Governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham, salary raises, Madrid trip, New Mexico politics, state government news

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# New Mexico Governor Podcast: 2026 Democratic Primary Race & Policy Updates

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Join Marc on the New Mexico Governor Podcast for the latest updates on New Mexico's political landscape in early 2026. This episode covers Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's judicial appointments, including John William Bernitz as Eleventh Judicial District Attorney for McKinley County, and dives deep into the heated 2026 Democratic primary race.

Discover challenger Sam Bregman's bold policy proposals, including his no-new-taxes energy plan, innovative water management strategy using brackish groundwater, and aggressive approach to homelessness and juvenile crime. Learn how Bregman's platform compares to Governor Grisham's record on health and the economy.

This episode also explores emerging issues affecting New Mexico voters, including a truth and reconciliation framework for Native women forcibly sterilized, tribal concerns in the gubernatorial race, and how candidates Bregman and Deb Haaland are positioning themselves on Native American issues.

Perfect for New Mexico voters, political enthusiasts, and anyone interested in state governance, energy policy, water management, public safety, and Native American advocacy. Tune in for expert insights on the primary race predictions, polling data, and the key issues shaping New Mexico's future.

**Topics covered:** New Mexico governor 2026, Democratic primary, Sam Bregman, Michelle Lujan Grisham, New Mexico energy policy, water management, homelessness solutions, judicial appointments, Native American rights, and political debate.

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