Luján wins second term as New Mexico senator

New Mexico Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D) is projected to win a second term in the upper chamber, according to Decision Desk HQ.

Luján defeated Republican Larry Marker in the blue state. The incumbent previously served in the House, representing the state’s 3rd District from 2009-21. He also chaired the House Democrats’ campaign arm for four years.

He serves on a number of committees, including the Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry panel as well as the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee.

Prior to federal service, Luján was the chair of the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission and worked in the state’s cultural affairs department.

His father, Ben Luján Sr., served as Speaker of the state House, working in the lower chamber for decades.