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Raúl Torrez

Attorney General

2026 New Mexico Attorney General — General Election · November 3, 2026

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2026 New Mexico Attorney General — General Election on November 3, 2026
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New Mexico Secretary of State — 2026 General Election Contest/Candidate List

Office: Attorney General

Candidate: RAUL TORREZ

Party: Democratic

Ballot status: Qualified

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About Attorney General Torrez

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Raúl Torrez is New Mexico’s 32nd Attorney General. A former federal prosecutor and senior advisor in the U.S. Department of Justice, he has dedicated his career to public service and strengthening the rule of law. Prior to being elected Attorney General, he served as the elected District Attorney for the Albuquerque metro area, where he led one of the state’s largest law offices.

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Raúl Torrez is New Mexico’s 32nd Attorney General. A former federal prosecutor and senior advisor in the U.S. Department of Justice, he has dedicated his career to public service and strengthening the rule of law. Prior to being elected Attorney General, he served as the elected District Attorney for the Albuquerque metro area, where he led one of the state’s largest law offices.

About Attorney General Torrez

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As Attorney General, Torrez has brought a clear and focused approach to some of New Mexico’s most difficult challenges. He has made protecting children a top priority—filing lawsuits against major tech companies like Meta and Snap Inc. for enabling online abuse, investigating failures in the child welfare system, and launching undercover operations to arrest online predators. His office is also working to improve youth mental health and reduce harmful behavior such as cyberbullying and hazing in schools.

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As Attorney General, Torrez has brought a clear and focused approach to some of New Mexico’s most difficult challenges. He has made protecting children a top priority—filing lawsuits against major tech companies like Meta and Snap Inc. for enabling online abuse, investigating failures in the child welfare system, and launching undercover operations to arrest online predators. His office is also working to improve youth mental health and reduce harmful behavior such as cyberbullying and hazing in schools.

About Attorney General Torrez

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A graduate of Harvard University, the London School of Economics, and Stanford Law School, Attorney General Torrez lives in Albuquerque with his wife, Nasha, and their two children.

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A graduate of Harvard University, the London School of Economics, and Stanford Law School, Attorney General Torrez lives in Albuquerque with his wife, Nasha, and their two children.

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Raúl Torrez is New Mexico’s 32nd Attorney General. A former federal prosecutor and senior advisor in the U.S. Department of Justice, he has dedicated his career to public service and strengthening the rule of law. Prior to being elected Attorney General, he served as the elected District Attorney for the Albuquerque metro area, where he led one of the state’s largest law offices.As Attorney General, Torrez has brought a clear and focused approach to some of New Mexico’s most difficult challenges. He has made protecting children a top priority—filing lawsuits against major tech companies like Meta and Snap Inc. for enabling online abuse, investigating failures in the child welfare system, and launching undercover operations to arrest online predators. His office is also working to improve youth mental health and reduce harmful behavior such as cyberbullying and hazing in schools.Torrez has positioned the New Mexico Department of Justice as a strong advocate for transparency, accountability, and constitutional governance. His office has led national efforts to protect civil rights, challenge executive overreach, and defend the rule of law.Attorney General Torrez has also led a bipartisan effort to adapt consumer protection laws to the rapidly evolving online marketplace, while simultaneously improving oversight of higher education, and safeguarding New Mexico’s natural resources from environmental harm and exploitation.A graduate of Harvard University, the London School of Economics, and Stanford Law School, Attorney General Torrez lives in Albuquerque with his wife, Nasha, and their two children.

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Raúl Torrez is New Mexico’s 32nd Attorney General. A former federal prosecutor and senior advisor in the U.S. Department of Justice, he has dedicated his career to public service and strengthening the rule of law. Prior to being elected Attorney General, he served as the elected District Attorney for the Albuquerque metro area, where he led one of the state’s largest law offices.As Attorney General, Torrez has brought a clear and focused approach to some of New Mexico’s most difficult challenges. He has made protecting children a top priority—filing lawsuits against major tech companies like Meta and Snap Inc. for enabling online abuse, investigating failures in the child welfare system, and launching undercover operations to arrest online predators. His office is also working to improve youth mental health and reduce harmful behavior such as cyberbullying and hazing in schools.Torrez has positioned the New Mexico Department of Justice as a strong advocate for transparency, accountability, and constitutional governance. His office has led national efforts to protect civil rights, challenge executive overreach, and defend the rule of law.Attorney General Torrez has also led a bipartisan effort to adapt consumer protection laws to the rapidly evolving online marketplace, while simultaneously improving oversight of higher education, and safeguarding New Mexico’s natural resources from environmental harm and exploitation.A graduate of Harvard University, the London School of Economics, and Stanford Law School, Attorney General Torrez lives in Albuquerque with his wife, Nasha, and their two children.

About the Office

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Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the New Mexico Department of Justice serve as an advocate, protector, and guardian for the people of New Mexico. Our goal is to ensure a safer, fairer, and more prosperous state for every citizen in every community.

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Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the New Mexico Department of Justice serve as an advocate, protector, and guardian for the people of New Mexico. Our goal is to ensure a safer, fairer, and more prosperous state for every citizen in every community.

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Under the leadership of Attorney General Raúl Torrez, the New Mexico Department of Justice serves as the chief legal authority for the state of New Mexico. The NMDOJ works to ensure that the rule of law is upheld, and the rights of all citizens are protected. The NMDOJ works to protect every community in New Mexico and empower vulnerable populations. We believe in giving a voice to those who may feel unheard, an effort that ensures everyone’s rights are recognized and respected. We are dedicated to prosecuting dangerous and violent criminals, particularly those who target children and the most vulnerable members of our society. Our mission is not only focused on bringing these offenders to justice, but to also create a safer community for the citizens of New Mexico. Our commitment to public safety extends to advocating for policies that enhance law enforcement agencies’ abilities to keep our streets safe, fostering collaboration and providing resources to make their work more effective. The NMDOJ is highly focused on consumer protection, working to ensure residents are safe from deceptive and fraudulent practices. We believe that every consumer has the right to be treated fairly and to make informed decisions without fear of deception. In our pursuit of an open and accountable governance, the NMDOJ actively works to stop public corruption at all levels. We are committed to the interest of the people, and work to maintain the integrity of our democratic institutions. Our responsibility also encompasses preserving New Mexico’s rich cultural history and natural beauty. From historical landmarks to our water, land, and air, recognizing the importance of these resources to our state’s well-being and identity, the NMDOJ takes decisive action to protect our state for current and future generations. The New Mexico Department of Justice upholds the United States and New Mexico Constitution, ensuring the principals that form the foundation of our democratic society is protected, safeguarding individual freedoms and equal justice under the law. Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the New Mexico Department of Justice serve as an advocate, protector, and guardian for the people of New Mexico. Our goal is to ensure a safer, fairer, and more prosperous state for every citizen in every community.

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Under the leadership of Attorney General Raúl Torrez, the New Mexico Department of Justice serves as the chief legal authority for the state of New Mexico. The NMDOJ works to ensure that the rule of law is upheld, and the rights of all citizens are protected. The NMDOJ works to protect every community in New Mexico and empower vulnerable populations. We believe in giving a voice to those who may feel unheard, an effort that ensures everyone’s rights are recognized and respected. We are dedicated to prosecuting dangerous and violent criminals, particularly those who target children and the most vulnerable members of our society. Our mission is not only focused on bringing these offenders to justice, but to also create a safer community for the citizens of New Mexico. Our commitment to public safety extends to advocating for policies that enhance law enforcement agencies’ abilities to keep our streets safe, fostering collaboration and providing resources to make their work more effective. The NMDOJ is highly focused on consumer protection, working to ensure residents are safe from deceptive and fraudulent practices. We believe that every consumer has the right to be treated fairly and to make informed decisions without fear of deception. In our pursuit of an open and accountable governance, the NMDOJ actively works to stop public corruption at all levels. We are committed to the interest of the people, and work to maintain the integrity of our democratic institutions. Our responsibility also encompasses preserving New Mexico’s rich cultural history and natural beauty. From historical landmarks to our water, land, and air, recognizing the importance of these resources to our state’s well-being and identity, the NMDOJ takes decisive action to protect our state for current and future generations. The New Mexico Department of Justice upholds the United States and New Mexico Constitution, ensuring the principals that form the foundation of our democratic society is protected, safeguarding individual freedoms and equal justice under the law. Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the New Mexico Department of Justice serve as an advocate, protector, and guardian for the people of New Mexico. Our goal is to ensure a safer, fairer, and more prosperous state for every citizen in every community.

Attorney General of New Mexico

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Raúl Torrez is New Mexico’s 32nd Attorney General. A former federal prosecutor and senior advisor in President Obama’s Department of Justice, and former elected District Attorney for the Albuquerque metro area, he has worked at every level of the criminal justice system to protect New Mexico communities and hold powerful interests accountable when they put families at risk.

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Raúl Torrez is New Mexico’s 32nd Attorney General. A former federal prosecutor and senior advisor in President Obama’s Department of Justice, and former elected District Attorney for the Albuquerque metro area, he has worked at every level of the criminal justice system to protect New Mexico communities and hold powerful interests accountable when they put families at risk.

Standing up for new mexico families

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As Attorney General, Raúl Torrez has made a habit of taking on people bigger and richer than him — and winning. He forced Big Pharma to cap insulin at $35. He blocked a grocery merger that would have raised prices on New Mexico families. He beat Mark Zuckerberg and Meta in court over child safety. He’s held price-gougers accountable after wildfires. Now he’s running for re-election to keep that record going.

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As Attorney General, Raúl Torrez has made a habit of taking on people bigger and richer than him — and winning. He forced Big Pharma to cap insulin at $35. He blocked a grocery merger that would have raised prices on New Mexico families. He beat Mark Zuckerberg and Meta in court over child safety. He’s held price-gougers accountable after wildfires. Now he’s running for re-election to keep that record going.

Raúl Torrez is New Mexico's 32nd Attorney General.

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A former federal prosecutor and senior advisor in President Obama’s Department of Justice, he has worked at every level of the criminal justice system to protect New Mexico communities and fight for justice. Prior to being elected Attorney General, he served as the elected District Attorney for the Albuquerque metro area, where he led one of the state’s largest law offices.

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A former federal prosecutor and senior advisor in President Obama’s Department of Justice, he has worked at every level of the criminal justice system to protect New Mexico communities and fight for justice. Prior to being elected Attorney General, he served as the elected District Attorney for the Albuquerque metro area, where he led one of the state’s largest law offices.

Raúl Torrez is New Mexico's 32nd Attorney General.

Candidate-stated

As Attorney General, Torrez has made protecting children a top priority — suing Meta and Snap for enabling online abuse, investigating failures in the child welfare system, and launching undercover operations that have led to arrests of online predators. He’s held Big Pharma, grocery chains, and utility companies accountable on behalf of families’ pocketbooks. He’s defended New Mexicans’ right to fish and recreate in public waters against wealthy landowners. And he’s been a leading voice among Democratic attorneys general challenging federal overreach.

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As Attorney General, Torrez has made protecting children a top priority — suing Meta and Snap for enabling online abuse, investigating failures in the child welfare system, and launching undercover operations that have led to arrests of online predators. He’s held Big Pharma, grocery chains, and utility companies accountable on behalf of families’ pocketbooks. He’s defended New Mexicans’ right to fish and recreate in public waters against wealthy landowners. And he’s been a leading voice among Democratic attorneys general challenging federal overreach.

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Public lands, energy, water, and environment

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I am dedicated to protecting New Mexicans from corporate misconduct and environmental hazards. This encompasses legal actions against companies like DuPont and the U.S. Department of Defense over PFAS contamination. While I take on those companies I have been successful in ensuring public access to natural resources such as rivers and streams.

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I am dedicated to protecting New Mexicans from corporate misconduct and environmental hazards. This encompasses legal actions against companies like DuPont and the U.S. Department of Defense over PFAS contamination. While I take on those companies I have been successful in ensuring public access to natural resources such as rivers and streams.

Technology and cybersecurity

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I am commitment to safeguarding children in the digital age. I have initiated lawsuits against major social media platforms like Meta and Snapchat for endangering minors, and launched programs like SMART CHATS to educate communities about online safety and digital citizenship.

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I am commitment to safeguarding children in the digital age. I have initiated lawsuits against major social media platforms like Meta and Snapchat for endangering minors, and launched programs like SMART CHATS to educate communities about online safety and digital citizenship.

Medicaid Fraud Control Unit

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Policy

The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit Investigates and prosecutes fraud committed by Medicaid providers, including hospitals, nursing homes, care facilities, laboratories, doctors, dentists, nurses, personal care providers, and therapists. We conduct investigations into billing for services not rendered, billing for a higher level of service than provided, fraudulent prescriptions for dangerous opioids and narcotics, and whistleblower actions brought by an individual on behalf of the government. How Medicaid providers commit fraud is constantly evolving and the Unit must adjust accordingly to protect the system that helps so many New Mexicans.

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The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit Investigates and prosecutes fraud committed by Medicaid providers, including hospitals, nursing homes, care facilities, laboratories, doctors, dentists, nurses, personal care providers, and therapists. We conduct investigations into billing for services not rendered, billing for a higher level of service than provided, fraudulent prescriptions for dangerous opioids and narcotics, and whistleblower actions brought by an individual on behalf of the government. How Medicaid providers commit fraud is constantly evolving and the Unit must adjust accordingly to protect the system that helps so many New Mexicans.

Standing up for new mexico families

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Protecting Families' Pocketbooks

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Protecting Families' Pocketbooks

Improving Child Welfare in New Mexico

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Upholding the Rights of Crime Victims in New Mexico

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Upholding the Rights of Crime Victims in New Mexico

Protecting Families' Pocketbooks

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Torrez has gone after the industries hitting New Mexico families’ wallets hardest. He capped the price of insulin at $35. He blocked a grocery merger that would have pushed prices even higher. He forced utilities to return $115 million to overcharged customers. And when hotels and contractors tried to gouge families displaced by the South Fork and Salt fires, his office sent cease-and-desist letters and recovered thousands of dollars for the families affected.

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Torrez has gone after the industries hitting New Mexico families’ wallets hardest. He capped the price of insulin at $35. He blocked a grocery merger that would have pushed prices even higher. He forced utilities to return $115 million to overcharged customers. And when hotels and contractors tried to gouge families displaced by the South Fork and Salt fires, his office sent cease-and-desist letters and recovered thousands of dollars for the families affected.

Taking on Big Tech to Protect Kids

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Use the Attorney General's enforcement authority and state policy to hold technology companies accountable for harms to children and establish safeguards around artificial intelligence and synthetic media.

  • Campaign highlights litigation against Meta and Snap, a statewide internet-safety initiative, and support for AI and synthetic-media guardrails.
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Torrez is the first state attorney general in the country to take Meta to trial, alleging the company misled the public about child safety and created conditions that facilitated child sexual exploitation. He won: a jury found that Meta’s product design intentionally harmed children and that the company lied to parents about the safety of its platforms, and the court has ordered sweeping changes to protect kids.

Beyond the courtroom, Torrez has launched a statewide internet safety initiative and is pushing legislation to put guardrails on AI and synthetic media — protecting families, especially kids, from exploitation and deception.

Challenging Federal Overreach

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Use litigation and the Attorney General's authority to challenge federal actions he argues unlawfully threaten New Mexico funding, rights, immigration policy, or state resources.

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Torrez has emerged as a leading voice among Democratic attorneys general in multistate litigation challenging federal overreach — from funding freezes to immigration enforcement policies to attacks on crime victims’ services. He is also the first attorney general in the country to sue Elon Musk and has taken action against DOGE. When Washington oversteps, Torrez has gone to court to protect New Mexicans’ rights and resources.

Protecting Families' Pocketbooks

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FactVote summary · Policy

Use consumer-protection, antitrust, utility, and price-gouging enforcement to lower household costs and recover money for New Mexico consumers.

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Torrez has gone after the industries hitting New Mexico families’ wallets hardest. He capped the price of insulin at $35. He blocked a grocery merger that would have pushed prices even higher. He forced utilities to return $115 million to overcharged customers. And when hotels and contractors tried to gouge families displaced by the South Fork and Salt fires, his office sent cease-and-desist letters and recovered thousands of dollars for the families affected.

Public Safety and Crime

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Target repeat violent offenders, organized retail crime, fentanyl trafficking, and gun violence while expanding crime-gun intelligence and coordination with tribal law enforcement.

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At a time when New Mexico has faced serious violent crime challenges, Torrez has argued that Democrats must speak honestly about crime and run on public safety. He’s emphasized targeted enforcement against repeat violent offenders, organized retail crime, fentanyl trafficking, and gun violence — launching the first statewide Crime Gun Intelligence Center housed within an AG’s office and convening tribal law enforcement leaders on violent crime in Indian Country.

Protecting Public Lands and Water

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Use the Attorney General's office to protect public access to waterways and pursue polluters responsible for contamination of New Mexico water and natural resources.

  • Campaign cites litigation over PFAS contamination and public access to the Pecos River.
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Torrez pursued a sweeping lawsuit against chemical manufacturers over PFAS “forever chemical” contamination in New Mexico’s water. And when wealthy landowners tried to fence off public access to the Pecos River, he took them to court — and won, reaffirming that New Mexico’s rivers belong to New Mexicans, not private interests.

Holding Broken Systems Accountable

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Use investigation and litigation to force transparency, independent oversight, and binding reforms when state agencies fail to protect children.

  • Campaign focuses this priority on the Children, Youth and Families Department and failures identified through the Attorney General's investigation.
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New Mexico’s child welfare system is supposed to protect kids. Instead, Torrez’s investigation found children who were abused and neglected — and in at least one case, died — while in the state’s care, and an agency that used confidentiality laws to hide its failures rather than fix them.

Torrez isn’t waiting for CYFD to reform itself: he’s taking the agency to court to force real transparency into how it operates, independent oversight of how cases are handled, and binding changes so children stop paying the price for the state’s failures. For Torrez, protecting kids doesn’t stop at prosecuting predators — it means holding the government agencies charged with protecting children accountable when they fail them.

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