A bipartisan group of state lawmakers has launched a formal investigation into a sprawling 7,600-acre property south of Santa Fe, describing the inquiry as a methodical, multi-agency review of records and materials linked to the site.
The announcement followed requests from several jurisdictions seeking assistance examining documents and other materials associated with the expansive tract. Officials said the commission was deliberately structured on a bipartisan basis to maintain public confidence and keep the focus on facts rather than politics.
Investigators from state and local agencies are coordinating closely to catalog evidence, evaluate records, and determine whether further steps are warranted. Because of the property’s size—one of the largest sites currently under review by the panel—officials expect the process to be both extensive and time-consuming.
Work has already begun on the first phase. Teams are photographing areas of interest, inventorying documents, reviewing available records, and conducting preliminary assessments across the property. These early efforts are intended to create an organized baseline while preserving the integrity of the investigation before deeper analysis begins.
At this stage, the commission has released no specific details about any evidence recovered or the precise focus of the inquiry. Officials said certain information is being withheld to protect the investigative process and avoid compromising future findings.
Lawmakers cautioned that investigations of this scale rarely move quickly. Given the volume of materials and the need to coordinate multiple agencies, they anticipate several weeks of work before preliminary conclusions can be reached. Additional phases could follow depending on what the initial assessment uncovers.
Transparency remains a stated priority, officials said, but any public release of information will first undergo careful verification to ensure accuracy and limit speculation while the probe is active.
Federal authorities have been notified. Their involvement is currently limited, with state and local investigators leading the effort. Should evidence emerge that falls under federal jurisdiction or requires additional resources, coordination could expand in later stages.
Members of the bipartisan panel described the inquiry as a significant collaborative effort reflecting closer cooperation among state and local governments on matters involving large properties, extensive records, and potential multi-jurisdictional issues.
As the review continues, officials say the emphasis remains on a thorough, systematic, and impartial examination of all available information. Further updates are expected once the commission completes its initial phase and can share verified findings without undermining the investigation.
Authorities are asking for patience, noting that careful investigative work of this magnitude requires time. They reaffirmed their commitment to releasing information as appropriate while ensuring every step is guided by evidence, due process, and transparency.
