Gregg Hull

Greggory D. "Gregg" Hull is an American politician and businessman who has served as mayor of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, since 2014.[1][2][3] He is the longest-serving mayor in Rio Rancho history.[4] He is running for Governor of New Mexico in the 2026 election as a Republican.[1][5]

Early life and career

Hull has lived in New Mexico for more than 35 years and was a small businessman in Rio Rancho before serving as mayor.[6][4]

Mayor of Rio Rancho

Hull was first elected in 2014 in a runoff election and was re-elected in both 2018 and 2022.[4][6] Rio Rancho, the state's third-largest city, was the fastest-growing city in New Mexico while he was mayor.[1][4] While he was mayor, Hull doubled the city's police budget and pursued pro-business economic development policies.[5] In November 2025, he announced he would not seek a fourth term in order to focus on his gubernatorial campaign.[3]

2026 gubernatorial campaign

In April 2025, Hull became the first Republican to signal his intention to enter the race for governor.[1][2] After a statewide listening tour over the following months, he officially launched his campaign in October 2025, running on a platform focusing on public safety and economic growth.[5]

Personal life

Hull and his wife Carrie have been married for more than 25 years and have five children and eight grandchildren. They live in Rio Rancho.[6]

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Rio Rancho mayor becomes first Republican to enter gubernatorial race". The Santa Fe New Mexican. April 16, 2025.
  2. ^ a b "Rio Rancho mayor announces bid for New Mexico governor". KOB. April 15, 2025.
  3. ^ a b "Hull will not seek re-election as Rio Rancho mayor". Rio Rancho Observer. November 19, 2025.
  4. ^ a b c d "Hull celebrates a decade of leading Rio Rancho". Rio Rancho Observer. April 20, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c "Rio Rancho mayor officially enters 2026 governor's race". New Mexico Political Report. October 15, 2025.
  6. ^ a b c "Mayor Hull Biography". City of Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Retrieved March 3, 2026.