Manny Gonzalez, a longtime New Mexico sheriff who recently switched from a Democrat to a Republican, is hoping to unseat the state's longtime Democratic incumbent, but he doesn't believe in President Trump's understanding of the nation's needs. He supports Donald J. Trump as a presidential candidate, citing his “dedication to principles.” It’s what matters most to our community” and opposition to “untouchability policies.”
In an exclusive statement to Breitbart News on Sunday, the former Bernalillo County Sheriff and retired Marine spoke out against the “far-left policies” of President Joe Biden and current Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-New Mexico). , and claimed that it was “enabled by''. While he claimed “their influence within the NDP,'' such ideas “no longer exist.'' [align] I have the values of a hard-working New Mexican. ”
Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-New Mexico) speaks during a media availability at the Capitol on September 12, 2023 in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Rather, he expressed his belief that the Republican Party “represents a more pragmatic, common-sense approach to governance” and expressed support for Trump's return to the White House.
“President Trump’s record and dedication to the principles most important to our community resonates with my vision for New Mexico’s future,” he said. “I want to wholeheartedly support leaders who understand the needs of our great nation and who stand against misguided policies that have left us behind.”
The former sheriff asserted that Trump “will be the Republican nominee” and said he was “proud to support him.”
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Mr. Gonzalez, a longtime Democrat, made headlines earlier this month when he announced he would switch to the Republican Party and run for Senate against Mr. Heinrich.
“My decision to run for the United States Senate under the Republican flag comes from a deep conviction that our country needs practical, common-sense solutions, not partisan rhetoric,” he said. said. Said.
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“The NDP's drift away from values that resonate with local communities has caused me to reassess my integrity,” he added. “Extremists within the NDP are deviating from common sense governance, promoting chaos rather than order and making our neighborhoods less safe.”
He is the first prominent Republican to oppose Heinrich in New Mexico, a state that leans heavily toward Democrats.
Joshua Klein is a reporter for Breitbart News. Email jklein@breitbart.com. Follow him on Twitter @Joshua Klein.
