Rep. Heinrich to Consider U.S. Senate Run

Since Sen. Jeff Bingaman announced his retirement plans on Friday, speculation has centered on who might run to replace him. Rep. Martin Heinrich said today he will “actively consider” seeking the Senate seat.

Here’s a statement the second-term Democratic congressman posted on Facebook today:

“Since the announcement Friday by my friend and mentor, Senator Jeff
Bingaman, that he would not seek a sixth term in the U.S. Senate, many
constituents and friends across New Mexico have asked if I will run for
his seat. I have not yet made a decision, but together with my wife
Julie, I plan to actively consider running. Jeff Bingaman and I share a
passionate concern for this great state and its people, and my decision
will be based on whether I believe I can best serve New Mexico in the
House or in the Senate.”