New Mexico AG Urges Online Child Protection Legislation

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez issued a statement supporting California's new online child protection laws and urging New Mexico legislators to adopt similar measures. The statement highlights the need for age verification, suicide and self-harm protocols, and penalties for illegal deepfakes to protect children online.

First Circuit Upholds Birthright Citizenship Ruling Against Executive Order

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit upheld a lower court's injunction blocking President Trump's executive order that sought to end birthright citizenship. The ruling affirmed that the President lacks the authority to unilaterally alter constitutional principles.

AG Torrez Wins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration's VOCA Grant Conditions

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a victory in a multi-state lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice. The DOJ has dropped its plan to impose illegal conditions on nearly $1.4 billion in Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grants, which would have required states to assist with immigration enforcement. The ruling ensures that critical funding for crime victims will continue to be distributed based on statutory formulas.

AG Joins Lawsuit Against DOJ Over Victim Services Funding Restrictions

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, along with 21 other attorneys general, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice. The suit challenges new restrictions on federal funding, such as VOCA and Byrne JAG grants, that would prevent services to undocumented immigrants. The lawsuit seeks to block these restrictions, arguing they are unconstitutional and violate the Administrative Procedure Act.

New Mexico AG Warns of Online Immigration Attorney Scams

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the State Bar of New Mexico are warning residents about an increase in online scammers impersonating immigration attorneys. The notice provides tips for identifying fraudulent attorneys, advice for victims, and resources for assistance.

Court Order Protects Billions in Federal Emergency Funding

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, along with 20 other attorneys general, secured a court order protecting billions in federal emergency funding from being withheld by FEMA and DHS. The court ruled that the agencies unlawfully conditioned these funds on states' cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, violating the Constitution and the Administrative Procedure Act.

NM AG Statement on Former Teacher's Pretrial Detention Affirmation

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez issued a statement on September 22, 2025, regarding the affirmation of pretrial detention for a former Hope Christian teacher accused of sexual abuse. The New Mexico Court of Appeals and Supreme Court upheld the detention order, meaning the defendant will remain in jail pending trial.

AG Torrez Supports DC Challenge to Trump National Guard Deployment

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez joined 22 other attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting D.C.'s challenge to the Trump Administration's National Guard deployment. The brief argues that deploying National Guard troops without the District of Columbia's consent is unlawful and unconstitutional, potentially impacting federal-state relations and the use of military for domestic law enforcement.

New Mexico AG Announces 30-Year Sentence for Child Sexual Assault by Occupational Therapist

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a 30-year sentence for Jared Cordum, a Clovis occupational therapist convicted of sexually assaulting multiple young boys. Cordum abused his professional position to commit these crimes, and the sentence includes lifetime sex offender registration.

New Mexico AG Announces Guilty Verdicts in Attempted Murder Trial

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced guilty verdicts for John Karl O’Brien, who was charged with attempted murder and threatening a judge with an ax. O'Brien faces up to 10.5 years in prison for the felony convictions.