Updated June 24, 2026
Republican
2028 Republican primary in New Mexico
New Mexico will hold a 2028 Republican primary or caucus to award its share of delegates. The official 2028 date is not set yet, but here is how New Mexico fits the race.
New Mexico at a glance
- Electoral votes5
- RegionWest
- CapitalSanta Fe
- General-election leanLean Democratic
- Calendar positionMid-to-late (not set)
See the New Mexico general-election outlook.
The Republican field
The candidates New Mexico Republican voters would choose among:
JD VanceMarco RubioRon DeSantisDan GreaneyGregory BovinoBrian KempByron DonaldsDonald Trump Jr.Elise Stefanik
Full field and process on the 2028 Republican primary hub.
Quick answers
New Mexico 2028 Republican primary FAQ
When is the 2028 Republican primary in New Mexico?
The official 2028 date has not been set. New Mexico typically votes after the early states, often around Super Tuesday or later. Check back as the calendar is confirmed.
Who is running in the 2028 Republican primary?
As of June 2026 no candidate has formally declared. The most-discussed Republican contenders include JD Vance, Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis, Dan Greaney.
How many delegates does New Mexico have?
Exact 2028 delegate counts are set by the Republican National Committee (RNC) closer to the election. As a rough guide, larger states like New Mexico (5 electoral votes) carry more delegates than smaller ones.