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Jury convicts failed New Mexico political candidate in drive-by shootings

A jury found Solomon Peňa guilty on all 13 counts he faced on Wednesday evening.
Peña faces a mandatory minimum of 60 years in federal prison and a possible life sentence.
Prosecutors alleged that Peña's motives were fueled by his defeat in the 2022 midterm elections.
Attorney Nicholas Hart stated that the verdict is a travesty.

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Federal jury convicts failed congressional candidate over drive-by shootings

A jury in the US District Court for the District of Albuquerque convicted failed former New Mexico House of Representatives Candidate, Solomon Peña, on Wednesday of charges in connection with a series of drive-by shootings at the homes of democratic state and local lawmakers in Albuquerque in the aftermath of the 2020 election. The shootings occurred between December 2022 and January 2023, targeting the homes of four elected officials. A grand j…

3 days ago

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UPI

Failed GOP candidate convicted of shooting homes of political rivals

A federal jury has convicted a former Republican candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives for shooting at the homes of his perceived political rivals following his 2022 election defeat.

3 days ago·Washington, United States

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Straight Arrow News

Former GOP New Mexico candidate convicted in election-related shootings

Former New Mexico Republican candidate Solomon Peña masterminded shootings at Democratic officials' homes after a crushing 2022 election loss. He was convicted of conspiracy, firearms offenses and solicitation to commit violence. Peña directed two accomplices to conduct drive-by shootings, targeting Democratic officials and endangering innocent lives, including a 10-year-old girl. Peña's conviction underscores the escalating threats against publ…

4 days ago

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HuffPost

Failed GOP Candidate Convicted Over Drive-By Shootings At Dem Officials' Homes

A jury convicted Solomon Peña on numerous federal charges in connection with a series of shootings in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

4 days ago·United States

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Newsweek

Who Is Solomon Peña? GOP candidate found guilty of Democrat shooting plot

Peña was convicted on all counts in connection with a series of drive-by shootings at the homes of four Democratic elected officials in New Mexico.

4 days ago·United States

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CBS News

Man convicted in series of drive-by shootings at homes of New Mexico lawmakers

The former Republican candidate was convicted of orchestrating shootings at the homes of four Democratic officials, including the current state House speaker.

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