Compare the Candidates
Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 New Mexico General Election

Candidates for State Auditor, New Mexico

Joshua James Ryan Lawrence - R

Joseph M. Maestas - D

►Websitewww.maestas4nm.com/

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Biographical

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Educational Background

Reasons & Objectives

Goals If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

On Entering Public Service

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Government Efficiency

Government Accountability

Education & Schools

School Budgets

Courts, Laws & Justice

Law Enforcement

Technology, Internet, Social Media, Science & Space

Artificial Intelligence (AI)