The New Mexico Republican Party (RPNM) said on Sunday that the entrance to Albuquerque headquarters was “destroyed by intentional arson acts.”
The obvious attack was “fueled by hatred and intolerance,” RPNM I said In a statement. The parties argued that the damage was not an isolated incident, but rather a “direct attack on our rights to our values, freedom and political expression.”
Authorities included photos of the burning building that damages the soot in the entrance and corridors. Another photo shows “Ice = KKK” written on the wall of the headquarters of red spray paint.
RPNM also denounced progressive leaders’ “silence and unspoken encouragement” about the outbreak of politically motivated violence across the United States (Related: Governor Sununu opposes Don Lemon’s attempt to denounce Republicans for political violence)
“Their failure to oppose political violence not only created an environment where such attacks are possible, but also created an increasingly frequent environment,” the statement continued.
The intentional arson targets the GOP headquarters in Albuquerque
Albuquerque, March 30th – This morning, the entrance to New Mexico’s Republican headquarters in Albuquerque was destroyed by intentional acts of arson, including spraying the word “Ice = Kkk.” pic.twitter.com/psatiursar
– Republicans in New Mexico (@newmexicogop) March 30, 2025
“We are deeply reassuring that no one was harmed by what could have been a tragic and deadly attack. Those who rely on violence to undermine our nation and our nation must be accountable, and our state leaders must reinforce the critical action that these ward diseased attacks are not tolerated.”
Barrera added that he is working with local and federal officials, including the Bureau of Alcohol, cigarettes, firearms and explosives, as the incident is under investigation.
“The Republicans in New Mexico will not be silent. We will emerge from this strong, more united and more determined to fight for the people of New Mexico and our country’s future,” she continued. “Our fights aren’t just for our party. It’s for all New Mexicans who want a safer, more freer and more accountable state. We will never step back.”
