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USA Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- USA Today
Failed GOP candidate jailed over gun attacks on Democrats' homes
Aug 13 (Reuters) - A failed Republican candidate in New Mexico was jailed for 80 years on Wednesday for contracting gunmen to carry out drive-by shootings on the homes of Democratic officials after his 2022 election defeat. Solomon Pena orchestrated the attacks in Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city, weeks after losing his bid for a state house seat. He was driven by conspiracy theories he had been a victim of election fraud, federal prosecutors said. Pena was convicted of 13 felony charges earlier this year for attacks on four officials in December 2022 and January 2023, including the current state house speaker. No one was hurt in the shootings, which followed other politically motivated violence such as the hammer attack on the husband of U.S. Representative Nancy Pelosi. "Violence and intimidation have no place in our elections," U.S. Attorney for New Mexico Ryan Ellison said in a statement following the sentencing. Pena's lawyer Nicholas Hart said his client would appeal the conviction. More: Ex-GOP candidate tied to shootings at NM lawmakers' homes appears in court: What to know about the case Two men who said they were hired by Pena for the attacks pleaded guilty in 2024. After he failed to be elected, Pena pressured members of the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners not to certify the results. When they refused, Pena recruited Jose Trujillo and Demetrio Trujillo to carry out the shootings, prosecutors said. More: Court papers reveal details on former Republican candidate linked to shootings at New Mexico lawmakers' homes False and unfounded claims of election fraud exploded after President Donald Trump refused to accept defeat in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. (Reporting By Andrew Hay; Editing by Kate Mayberry)
The Advertiser
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Advertiser
US man jailed 80 years for attacks on Democrats' homes
A failed Republican candidate in New Mexico has been jailed for 80 years for contracting gunmen to carry out drive-by shootings on the homes of Democratic officials after his 2022 election defeat. Solomon Pena orchestrated the attacks in Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city, weeks after losing his bid for a state house seat. He was driven by conspiracy theories he had been a victim of election fraud, federal prosecutors said. Pena was convicted of 13 felony charges earlier in 2025 for attacks on four officials in December 2022 and January 2023, including the current state house speaker. No one was hurt in the shootings, which followed other politically motivated violence such as the hammer attack on the husband of US Representative Nancy Pelosi. "Violence and intimidation have no place in our elections," US Lawyer for New Mexico Ryan Ellison said in a statement following the sentencing on Wednesday. Pena's lawyer Nicholas Hart said his client would appeal the conviction. Two men who said they were hired by Pena for the attacks pleaded guilty in 2024. After he failed to be elected, Pena pressured members of the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners not to certify the results. When they refused, Pena recruited Jose Trujillo and Demetrio Trujillo to carry out the shootings, prosecutors said. False and unfounded claims of election fraud exploded after President Donald Trump refused to accept defeat in the 2020 US presidential election. A failed Republican candidate in New Mexico has been jailed for 80 years for contracting gunmen to carry out drive-by shootings on the homes of Democratic officials after his 2022 election defeat. Solomon Pena orchestrated the attacks in Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city, weeks after losing his bid for a state house seat. He was driven by conspiracy theories he had been a victim of election fraud, federal prosecutors said. Pena was convicted of 13 felony charges earlier in 2025 for attacks on four officials in December 2022 and January 2023, including the current state house speaker. No one was hurt in the shootings, which followed other politically motivated violence such as the hammer attack on the husband of US Representative Nancy Pelosi. "Violence and intimidation have no place in our elections," US Lawyer for New Mexico Ryan Ellison said in a statement following the sentencing on Wednesday. Pena's lawyer Nicholas Hart said his client would appeal the conviction. Two men who said they were hired by Pena for the attacks pleaded guilty in 2024. After he failed to be elected, Pena pressured members of the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners not to certify the results. When they refused, Pena recruited Jose Trujillo and Demetrio Trujillo to carry out the shootings, prosecutors said. False and unfounded claims of election fraud exploded after President Donald Trump refused to accept defeat in the 2020 US presidential election. A failed Republican candidate in New Mexico has been jailed for 80 years for contracting gunmen to carry out drive-by shootings on the homes of Democratic officials after his 2022 election defeat. Solomon Pena orchestrated the attacks in Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city, weeks after losing his bid for a state house seat. He was driven by conspiracy theories he had been a victim of election fraud, federal prosecutors said. Pena was convicted of 13 felony charges earlier in 2025 for attacks on four officials in December 2022 and January 2023, including the current state house speaker. No one was hurt in the shootings, which followed other politically motivated violence such as the hammer attack on the husband of US Representative Nancy Pelosi. "Violence and intimidation have no place in our elections," US Lawyer for New Mexico Ryan Ellison said in a statement following the sentencing on Wednesday. Pena's lawyer Nicholas Hart said his client would appeal the conviction. Two men who said they were hired by Pena for the attacks pleaded guilty in 2024. After he failed to be elected, Pena pressured members of the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners not to certify the results. When they refused, Pena recruited Jose Trujillo and Demetrio Trujillo to carry out the shootings, prosecutors said. False and unfounded claims of election fraud exploded after President Donald Trump refused to accept defeat in the 2020 US presidential election. A failed Republican candidate in New Mexico has been jailed for 80 years for contracting gunmen to carry out drive-by shootings on the homes of Democratic officials after his 2022 election defeat. Solomon Pena orchestrated the attacks in Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city, weeks after losing his bid for a state house seat. He was driven by conspiracy theories he had been a victim of election fraud, federal prosecutors said. Pena was convicted of 13 felony charges earlier in 2025 for attacks on four officials in December 2022 and January 2023, including the current state house speaker. No one was hurt in the shootings, which followed other politically motivated violence such as the hammer attack on the husband of US Representative Nancy Pelosi. "Violence and intimidation have no place in our elections," US Lawyer for New Mexico Ryan Ellison said in a statement following the sentencing on Wednesday. Pena's lawyer Nicholas Hart said his client would appeal the conviction. Two men who said they were hired by Pena for the attacks pleaded guilty in 2024. After he failed to be elected, Pena pressured members of the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners not to certify the results. When they refused, Pena recruited Jose Trujillo and Demetrio Trujillo to carry out the shootings, prosecutors said. False and unfounded claims of election fraud exploded after President Donald Trump refused to accept defeat in the 2020 US presidential election.
West Australian
3 days ago
- Politics
- West Australian
US man jailed 80 years for attacks on Democrats' homes
A failed Republican candidate in New Mexico has been jailed for 80 years for contracting gunmen to carry out drive-by shootings on the homes of Democratic officials after his 2022 election defeat. Solomon Pena orchestrated the attacks in Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city, weeks after losing his bid for a state house seat. He was driven by conspiracy theories he had been a victim of election fraud, federal prosecutors said. Pena was convicted of 13 felony charges earlier in 2025 for attacks on four officials in December 2022 and January 2023, including the current state house speaker. No one was hurt in the shootings, which followed other politically motivated violence such as the hammer attack on the husband of US Representative Nancy Pelosi. "Violence and intimidation have no place in our elections," US Lawyer for New Mexico Ryan Ellison said in a statement following the sentencing on Wednesday. Pena's lawyer Nicholas Hart said his client would appeal the conviction. Two men who said they were hired by Pena for the attacks pleaded guilty in 2024. After he failed to be elected, Pena pressured members of the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners not to certify the results. When they refused, Pena recruited Jose Trujillo and Demetrio Trujillo to carry out the shootings, prosecutors said. False and unfounded claims of election fraud exploded after President Donald Trump refused to accept defeat in the 2020 US presidential election.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Politics
- Perth Now
US man jailed 80 years for attacks on Democrats' homes
A failed Republican candidate in New Mexico has been jailed for 80 years for contracting gunmen to carry out drive-by shootings on the homes of Democratic officials after his 2022 election defeat. Solomon Pena orchestrated the attacks in Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city, weeks after losing his bid for a state house seat. He was driven by conspiracy theories he had been a victim of election fraud, federal prosecutors said. Pena was convicted of 13 felony charges earlier in 2025 for attacks on four officials in December 2022 and January 2023, including the current state house speaker. No one was hurt in the shootings, which followed other politically motivated violence such as the hammer attack on the husband of US Representative Nancy Pelosi. "Violence and intimidation have no place in our elections," US Lawyer for New Mexico Ryan Ellison said in a statement following the sentencing on Wednesday. Pena's lawyer Nicholas Hart said his client would appeal the conviction. Two men who said they were hired by Pena for the attacks pleaded guilty in 2024. After he failed to be elected, Pena pressured members of the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners not to certify the results. When they refused, Pena recruited Jose Trujillo and Demetrio Trujillo to carry out the shootings, prosecutors said. False and unfounded claims of election fraud exploded after President Donald Trump refused to accept defeat in the 2020 US presidential election.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bernalillo County approves $28.9 million towards affordable housing complex
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners have approved $28.9 million in project revenue bonds to use towards the construction of a multifamily affordable housing complex called West Mesa Ridge. The decision came at a Tuesday night administrative board meeting. Story continues below Crime: Albuquerque business owner faces murder charge for shooting fleeing shoplifter News: Las Vegas deputy charged with aggravated battery and robbery Business: A downtown Albuquerque shoe shine parlor is still serving patrons after nearly a century Events: What's happening around New Mexico May 30-June 5? Kirtland Air Fiesta and more Extra funding will be provided the City of Albuquerque ($8 million in CABQ Workforce Housing), the New Mexico Housing Trust Fund ($3 million) and the state Mortgage Finance Authority ($850,000). Real estate developer Chelsea Investment Corporation is planning for 128 apartments with 34 one-bedrooms, 70 two-bedrooms, and 24 three-bedrooms to house as many as 448 people. To qualify, residents would earn 30% to 80% of the area's median income. As part of the agreement, this project will receive a 30-year property tax abatement. 'Bonds provide lower interest costs to the borrower,' the county stated in a press release. 'Project revenue bonds are issued to reduce development costs as an incentive to build housing with below-market rental rates. PRBs are required if the developer is applying for 4% low income housing credits accompanied by tax-exempt bonds as part of its development capital.' Construction is expected to take two years and support at least 118 jobs, according to the county. Groundbreaking is scheduled for July. The property will be located at 701 Coors Blvd. NW. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
