James F Ellison

James F. Ellison, a Republican from New Mexico, campaigned for Governor in 2026, vowing to reduce electricity costs and counteract policies he believes increase the cost of living and risk turning the state into "another California." He criticized the zero-carbon mandate and Community Solar Act. Ellison, who previously identified as a Democrat before registering Republican in 2025, served on the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission from 2023-2024. Though disqualified from the Republican primary for Governor, he is also running as a write-in candidate for State Treasurer. His background includes degrees from Clemson, MIT, and Stanford, and professional roles as an electric utility analyst, engineer, and principal grid analyst.