David M Gallegos

David M. Gallegos is a Republican candidate for New Mexico Lieutenant Governor in the 2026 primary election. He currently serves as a member of the New Mexico State Senate, representing District 41 since 2021, and previously served in the New Mexico House for eight years. Gallegos's platform focuses on protecting working families, defending energy jobs, and securing the border. He advocates for law enforcement support, stronger border enforcement against drug and human trafficking, American energy independence, and reducing regulations to boost the private sector. He also champions empowering parents in education and improving school accountability, aiming to bring principled leadership to Santa Fe.