MAY 28—It was recently exposed that Police in El Paso, TX, executed an arrest warrant against Democratic Representative Gabe Vasquez in March of this year. Vasquez was cited in 2002 for driving without a license or insurance. Those are fairly minor issues for the Congressman to correct, but Vasquez’s real character showed when he failed to appear in court. In 2007, Vasquez was cited again for not appearing in court, and an arrest warrant was issued in 2008. That warrant for his arrest remained outstanding until March of this year when Vasquez was arrested. He pleaded “no contest” to these charges and posted his bond. He must appear in court for a pre-trial hearing in September.
“Gabe Vasquez’s arrest underscores his contempt for the law and law enforcement,” said Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Steve Pearce.
“Rep. Vasquez has advocated for defunding the police and has even voted against holding illegal immigrants who commit crimes in the U.S. accountable. Vasquez’s voting record, coupled with his recent arrest, does not give New Mexicans confidence in his ability to take a strong stance on crime and criminals. If New Mexicans want to see law and order restored to our state, Yvette Herrell is the only choice in November.”
