Race for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District

MESILLA, N.M. (KVIA) -- The race for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District is competitive, as Democrats seek to hold their seats and gain three additional seats to take a majority in the House of Representatives.

Republicans are entering midterms with a 218-214 majority in the House, with two seats vacant and one independent.

New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District covers Las Cruces, Doña Ana County and parts of Otero County.

Democratic incumbent Gabe Vasquez is running against Republican candidate Greg Cunningham.

U.S. Rep. Vasquez is a former Las Cruces city councilman and is seeking his third term.

Cunningham is a Marine combat veteran and a former police detective. 

The last Republican to represent the district was Yvette Herrell. Vasquez unseated her in 2022 and has held the seat ever since. 

ABC-7 previously interviewed the two candidates about issues affecting their constituents. Watch them above.

ABC-7 will have complete coverage Tuesday night on air and online starting at 4 p.m. Keep up with live results here.

Explore ABC-7's voting guide and resources on the Your Voice, Your Vote page.