Governor calls special session after Las Cruces shooting raises public safety concerns

In the wake of a mass shooting in Las Cruces that left three dead and 15 injured, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has called for a special legislative session to address public safety concerns. The governor criticized the recent legislative session for its failure to pass significant measures aimed at combating juvenile crime and gun violence, despite a surge in violent crime, which has increased by 46% from the previous year. Republican leaders have echoed her call for a special session, citing a lack of meaningful action on crime and healthcare during the 60-day legislative period. They argue that the session was unfocused and did not adequately address critical issues, despite several bills being introduced. Lujan Grisham emphasized that New Mexicans should demand accountability from their legislators to prioritize community safety. As investigations continue, state resources are being mobilized to support local law enforcement efforts in identifying those responsible for the shooting.