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By the People, for the People
Radio Host Brandon Vogt Announces Bid for New Mexico GOP Chair
Vogt, a longtime Albuquerque radio personality, is running for the top Republican Party position in the state.
Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:24pm
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Vogt's radio experience and political ambitions converge in a bold, abstract illustration capturing the energy of his GOP chairmanship bid.Belen TodayBrandon Vogt, a host at Albuquerque news/talk radio station 96.3 KKOB, has announced his intention to run for Chairman of the New Mexico Republican Party. Vogt has worked at the Cumulus Media station since 2008 and is now seeking the top job for the state GOP, with the election set to take place at the State Central Committee meeting on April 18 in Belen.
Why it matters
Vogt's candidacy for the New Mexico GOP chairmanship comes at a pivotal time for the state Republican Party, which is looking to rebound after recent electoral losses. As a prominent local media figure, Vogt's entry into party politics could help energize the GOP base and bring new energy to the organization.
The details
In a social media post, Vogt announced his intention to run for the New Mexico GOP chairmanship, urging State Central Committee members to attend the upcoming meeting in Belen to ensure a quorum and help 'turn the Republican Party of New Mexico around.' The current chair of the New Mexico Republican Party is Amy Barela, who was elected to the position in November 2024.
- The New Mexico Republican Party State Central Committee meeting where the chair election will take place is scheduled for April 18, 2026 in Belen.
- Vogt has worked at 96.3 KKOB in Albuquerque since 2008.
The players
Brandon Vogt
A radio host at Albuquerque news/talk station 96.3 KKOB, where he has worked since 2008. Vogt is now running for Chairman of the New Mexico Republican Party.
Amy Barela
The current Chair of the New Mexico Republican Party, elected to the position in November 2024.
What they’re saying
“Announcement: I am running for New Mexico GOP Chairman at the State Central Committee Meeting April 18 in Belen. SCC Members, please attend. Let's get a quorum and turn the Republican Party of New Mexico around.”
— Brandon Vogt
What’s next
The New Mexico Republican Party State Central Committee will hold a meeting on April 18, 2026 in Belen, where the election for the party chairmanship will take place. Vogt is urging committee members to attend to ensure a quorum and support his bid to lead the state GOP.
The takeaway
Brandon Vogt's entry into the race for New Mexico GOP chairman represents an effort by the party to reinvigorate its leadership and messaging ahead of future elections. As a prominent local media figure, Vogt's candidacy could help the state Republican Party connect with voters and chart a new direction.
