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Hector Balderas is an American lawyer and Democratic politician from New Mexico. He served as the state's elected attorney general from 2015 through 2022, after previously holding the office from 2007 to 2010. His public work included litigation and enforcement involving consumer protection, public integrity, and the interests of children and families. He later became dean of the University of New Mexico School of Law.
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Who is Hector Balderas?
Hector Balderas is a Democratic lawyer and politician from New Mexico. He served as New Mexico attorney general from 2015 through 2022 and previously held the office from 2007 to 2010.
What did Hector Balderas do before becoming attorney general again?
Before returning as attorney general in 2015, Balderas served as New Mexico state auditor. He had first been elected attorney general in 2006 and served from 2007 to 2010.
What issues did Hector Balderas handle as New Mexico attorney general?
His office worked on consumer protection, public corruption, and enforcement of state law. It also pursued litigation involving public institutions and government accountability.
Did Hector Balderas serve continuously as New Mexico attorney general?
No. His first term ran from 2007 to 2010, and he returned for a separate period from 2015 through 2022.
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