Albuquerque, January 7—The following is a statement from Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Steve Pearce regarding Congress affirming Joe Biden as president:

"RPNM recognizes the certification of electoral votes by Congress this morning, but there are still too many unanswered questions surrounding the vote count, voting machines, drop boxes and absentee ballots in our presidential election. We have raised these issues in New Mexico, but our requests to the Secretary of State fell on deaf ears. Throughout the election process, we championed an unrelenting effort to ensure fair and honest elections. Election integrity has been paramount, but there have been anomalies and issues that were never addressed that should have been. To this end, our democracy has been tarnished. RPNM will continue to fight for ballot integrity in future elections."

The Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) advances the ideals of individual liberties for the advancement of its citizens and the greater prosperity of our communities throughout New Mexico. Led by an Executive Board and its Chairman, former NM Congressman Steve Pearce, RPNM serves all New Mexicans via its headquarters in Albuquerque and can be contacted at (505) 298-3662.