The New Mexico Superchurch supported Republican candidates; The legal prohibition on interference in church elections was contested. 4. Date and source: October 29, 2026 The Guardian 5. Summary: Heritage Church, with nine branches in New Mexico, has openly endorsed two Republican candidates. Pastor Steve Smothermon urged churchgoers to vote for Donald Trump-backed candidate Greg Cunningham and gubernatorial candidate Greg Hall. The radical evangelicals stand by Trump's work.