Johnny Valdez

Johnny Valdez is a candidate for State Representative District 6 Primary Election in 2026 in New Mexico State House District 6, New Mexico.

Retired Magistrate Judge in San Rafael, NM

Also running: Priscilla Benally, Martha Garcia, David L Alcon, Leonardo J Torrez, Paul L Spencer.

Johnny Valdez, a resident of San Rafael, is a Democratic candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives, District 6. He earned an associate degree in criminal justice and political science from Western New Mexico University in 1982. Valdez previously served two terms as the Cibola County sheriff, followed by 11 years as a magistrate judge before retiring in March 2026 to focus on his campaign. If elected, his top priorities include economic development and job growth for the district. He opposes ending the contract between the Cibola County Correctional Center and ICE, citing potential financial devastation for the community.