A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Socorro County NM Clerk & Election Division on February 5, 2025. The request, sent by Enchantment State News, sought comprehensive details about all candidates running in the upcoming election.
The information requested included not only the full names of the candidates but also the office they are running for and its jurisdiction. Additionally, party affiliation was asked for to provide a complete picture of each candidate's political stance.
Furthermore, Enchantment State News requested contact information for each candidate. This included their address, phone number, and email address.
As a media organization committed to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at Enchantment State News believe access to public records is essential in fulfilling our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
Given our role in disseminating information, we have requested a fee waiver as a media professional. We will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news on this upcoming election.