Torrance County Commission, District 1

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3 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Only voters in this district

Results so far: Unofficial count as of Nov 7, 10:22 a.m. ET, with 22 of 22 precincts reporting: NATHAN ALLEN SCHAFER (Republican) 999 (53.6%), ALBERT CHAVEZ (Democrat) 675 (36.2%), STEPHEN E GARRETT (independent) 189 (10.1%). From the official election results site (electionresults.sos.nm.gov). SpectrumVote doesn't call races; results are official only once the state certifies them. Official results.

What this office does

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

Candidates

Stephen E Garrett

Independent
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Albert Chavez

Democrat
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Nathan Allen Schafer

Republican
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What are the results so far?
Unofficial count as of Nov 7, 10:22 a.m. ET, with 22 of 22 precincts reporting: NATHAN ALLEN SCHAFER (Republican) 999 (53.6%), ALBERT CHAVEZ (Democrat) 675 (36.2%), STEPHEN E GARRETT (independent) 189 (10.1%). From the official election results site (electionresults.sos.nm.gov). SpectrumVote doesn't call races; results are official only once the state certifies them.
Who is running for Torrance County Commission, District 1 in 2026?
Stephen E Garrett (Independent), Albert Chavez (Democrat) and Nathan Allen Schafer (Republican).
What does this office do?
Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.
Who should I vote for in the Torrance County Commission, District 1 race?
SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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