Trump Endorses Four Colorado GOP Candidates
The former president backed four congressional candidates in Colorado but omitted the state's gubernatorial nominee.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Elections
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President Donald Trump announced his endorsements for four Republican congressional candidates in Colorado on October 23, 2026. The list notably excludes Victor Marx, who is the Republican candidate for Colorado governor.
Why it matters
These endorsements highlight the strategic focus of the former president on U.S. House races as Republicans seek to shape the congressional delegation. The omission of the gubernatorial candidate leaves a notable gap in support for the top of the state ticket.
President Donald Trump issued official endorsements for four U.S. House candidates in Colorado on October 23, 2026. Victor Marx, the Republican gubernatorial candidate, previously secured his nomination by a margin of fewer than 3,000 votes.
The players
Donald Trump
He is the current President of the United States.
Victor Marx
He is the Republican candidate running for governor of Colorado.
Lauren Boebert
She is the Republican candidate seeking election in Colorado's Congressional District 4.
Gabe Evans
He is the Republican candidate seeking election in Colorado's Congressional District 8.
Jeff Hurd
He is the Republican candidate seeking election in Colorado's Congressional District 3.
The details
The endorsements for Jeff Hurd, Lauren Boebert, Jeff Crank, and Gabe Evans were shared across official social media accounts. These graphics utilized the Swamp the Vote slogan to emphasize the campaign effort.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: President Trump released his official endorsements for Colorado Republican candidates.
Political Context
Opponents and some state party members have questioned the impact of excluding the gubernatorial candidate from the list. This move highlights potential divisions regarding the strategic priorities of the current party leadership.
Voters will see these endorsements reflected in local campaign messaging as the general election approaches. This support may influence campaign funding and resource allocation for the four identified congressional candidates.
The takeaway
Understanding the alignment between presidential endorsements and local candidates is critical for voters tracking party influence. Supporters often look for official lists to gauge which specific campaigns are receiving national resource backing.
Further reading
For more information on state legislative contests, visit Colorado Elections.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FOX31 Denver KDVR.
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