Late Republican Senator’s Daughter Launches Senate Bid in New Mexico

Nella Domenici, the daughter of longtime New Mexico Sen. Pete Domenici, is seeking to flip the Democrat-controlled seat back.

The U.S. and New Mexico flags fly before the upcoming midterm elections in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Oct. 1, 2018. Mark Ralston/AFP via Getty Images

Nella Domenici, the daughter of a longtime Republican senator for New Mexico, is launching her bid to reclaim her father’s former seat for Republicans.

“After a period of diligent research and evaluation, it is clear that the political environment in New Mexico is favorable to Republicans. Over 70 percent of voters believe the country is on the wrong track,” Ms. Domenici said on Wednesday in a statement announcing her campaign.