A UNM prof believes Deb Haaland's possible candidacy was a factor in Heinrich's decision; a strategist calls her "the clear front-runner"

“Deb Haaland is of and for New Mexico. She’s a proven leader; she’s created New Mexico jobs, brings people together, and is getting ready to run to be New Mexico’s next governor. She and her team will be focused on listening and solutions that fit the needs of our communities," Forrester said.

During his inaugural address, Donald Trump said he would sign an executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton could be seen visibly reacting to that part of Trump's speech.

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland will run to be the next governor of New Mexico, a spokesperson confirmed to The Hill. “Deb Haaland is of and for New Mexico. She’s a proven leader; she’s created New Mexico jobs,

Haaland has hired Scott Forrester as her campaign manger and is assembling a team of veteran political operatives with New Mexican and national experience, according to two people familiar with the matter.