Incumbent Tim Keller scored a historic third consecutive term in Albuquerque’s mayoral runoff election Tuesday, after a bruising contest fought over homelessness, crime and federal immigration enforcement.

Albuquerque voters have chosen incumbent Mayor Tim Keller to serve as mayor for a record third term, beating Darren White in a runoff election.

Crime and homelessness take center stage as Albuquerque voters choose between incumbent Mayor Tim Keller and challenger former Sheriff Darren White in a runoff election.

On the northeast side of town, there were mixed reviews on who voters wanted to lead the city. While near the University of New Mexico, voters who selected the current mayor, Democrat Tim Keller, were still divided about that choice.

So far matchups include two competitive Democratic primaries and a race in a closely divided district along the Mexican border.

Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller won re-election in a runoff against former sheriff Darren White, securing a third term to lead New Mexico's largest city.

The DOJ is suing New Mexico demanding unredacted voter data, but state leaders say they cannot legally provide it.