During a recent debate, Mayor Tim Keller drew a direct contrast between his record and that of his challenger, noting that the opponent is a supporter of President Donald Trump. Keller argued that such support raises concerns for some Albuquerque voters, implying , “Why would we elect someone who aligns with policies many residents feel are harming the city and country?”

Political analysts say Keller’s remarks may resonate with segments of the electorate who were critical of the Trump administration since it did remove some funding from the city of Albuquerque and Critics of the president have pointed to issues such as trade-related tariffs, economic concerns, and ethics investigations as reasons for their opposition.

Keller suggested that choosing a candidate aligned with Trump could signal a negative direction for Albuquerque a sentiment many many voters agree with ..