Governor Names Interim Leadership for New Mexico State Police 

New Mexico –

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Matt Broom as the interim chief of the New Mexico State Police, following NMSP Chief Troy Weisler’s retirement.  

The governor also announced Bryan Waller’s promotion to interim deputy chief. 

“New Mexico State Police is the backbone of public safety across this state — in our cities, our rural communities, and everywhere in between,” said Governor Lujan Grisham. “Matt Broom brings 24 years of experience and tested leadership to this role, and Bryan Waller is a decorated officer who has served New Mexicans with courage and integrity at every rank. I have confidence they will both serve New Mexicans well.” 

Matt Broom brings 24 years of experience with the New Mexico State Police. He began his career in 2001 as a patrol officer in Artesia and later served in both the Uniform and Investigations Bureaus. In those roles, he oversaw investigations involving major narcotics trafficking, crimes against children, and other significant cases.

The department promoted Broom to major in 2019 and to deputy chief in 2021. He now brings extensive operational and command experience to the interim chief position. Broom earned a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice from the University of the Southwest and graduated from the Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command.

Bryan Waller is a 17-year law enforcement veteran who has served in patrol, special operations, internal affairs and command roles. He received a Medal of Valor in 2011 for his actions during a hostage situation, a Courage in the Line of Duty Award in 2013 for rescuing a juvenile hostage, and a Life Saving Award in 2020 for assisting a pregnant woman who went into labor after a crash during a severe snowstorm near Clines Corners.

The department promoted Waller to captain in 2023. He holds a degree in business administration from the University of New Mexico’s Anderson School of Management.