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Ben Ray Luján

Ben Ray Luján

Democratic Incumbent

Ben Ray Luján is the incumbent U.S. senator from New Mexico and is seeking reelection in 2026. He previously served in the U.S. House and has held other leadership roles in Congress, making him the best-known candidate in the race.

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Background

Career History

United States Senator 2021 – Present
U.S. Senate

Serves as New Mexico’s junior senator.

U.S. Representative 2009 – 2021
U.S. House of Representatives

Represented New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District.

Assistant Speaker 2019 – 2021
U.S. House of Representatives

Served in House leadership.

Chair 2017 – 2019
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee

Led House Democratic campaign efforts.

Education

New Mexico Highlands University B.B.A. in Business administration

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