New Mexico State Senator Nicholas Paul Resigns Citing Health Concerns

NM GOP senator resigns after less than a year in office

Sen. Nicholas Paul (R-Alamogordo) stands on the floor of the Senate during the legislative session earlier this year. He announced Tuesday he was resigning due to health concerns. (Photo courtesy NM Senate GOP)A Republican state senator representing a Southeast New Mexico district announced Tuesday he was resigning immediately from his seat early in his first term, citing recent health concerns. Sen. Nicolas Paul (R-Alamogordo) represented Distr…

New Mexico State Senator Nicholas Paul resigns citing health concerns

ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KVIA) -- New Mexico State Senator Nicholas Paul announced his resignation today. Paul represents District 33, which covers Ruidoso, the northern part of Alamogordo, areas west of Roswell, and a large swath of land stretching north to Corona. Paul, a Republican, says he needs to prioritize his health and family amid recent health concerns. His resignation is effective starting today. A spokesperson for New Mexico Senate Re…

Sen. Paul Announces Resignation From State Senate

Sen. Paul speaking to an audience. Courtesy photo SENATE News:  ALAMOGORDO — State Sen. Nicholas Paul announced today that he will be resigning from his position representing New Mexico State Senate District 33, effective Oct. 14, 2025. Sen. Paul cited the need to prioritize his health and family due to recent health concerns as the reason for his resignation. Sen. Nicholas Paul (R-Alamogordo) issued the following accompanying statement:  “Servi…