Matt Dodson

Matt Dodson is a candidate for United States Senator New Mexico Primary Election in 2026 in Statewide, New Mexico.

Business owner in Farmington, NM

Also running: Ben R Lujan, Christopher J Vanden Heuvel, Larry E Marker.

Matt Dodson is a U.S. Air Force veteran who served from 1982 to 1986. He holds a B.A. in history and has a career background as a business owner. A self-described Democratic Socialist, Dodson is campaigning for U.S. Senate in New Mexico, advocating for working New Mexicans. He has previously run for state and local offices and qualified for the 2026 Democratic primary ballot through signature collection. Dodson was arrested in 2026 while participating in an anti-drone warfare protest.