Neguse Seeks Assistant Speaker Post in Democratic Congress
Colorado Representative Joe Neguse is pursuing the majority-party assistant speaker role after winning a fifth term in his district.
Colorado Political Party News
For readers in Colorado, this page covers the Democratic and Republican parties, third parties, primaries, platform changes and fundraising. Reporting follows party contests and internal dynamics at the state level.
Recent news
November 4, 2026
Romero Leads Hurd in Colorado's 3rd DistrictPreliminary returns show Democrat Dwayne Romero ahead of incumbent Republican Rep. Jeff Hurd in the race for the seat.
November 3, 2026
Kiros Upsets DeGette in Colorado PrimaryPolitical newcomer Melat Kiros, a self-described Democratic socialist, defeated longtime Rep. Dianna DeGette in Colorado's 1st Congressional District Democratic primary.
October 28, 2026
Democrats Target Colorado's 3rd Congressional DistrictThe DCCC designates the district a top priority for the 2026 election cycle.
October 26, 2026
Colorado Democrats Lead Republicans in FundraisingStatewide Democratic candidates have raised $12.8 million to Republicans' $5 million ahead of the upcoming election.
October 20, 2026
Colorado Voters Return 9 Percent of BallotsState residents are casting ballots early, with senior citizens leading the current turnout figures.
October 19, 2026
Former Representative Ken Buck Endorses Phil WeiserThe former GOP congressman and state party chair publicly supports Democratic gubernatorial candidate Phil Weiser.
September 25, 2026
Libertarian Candidate Filed for Colorado Congressional SeatWestminster resident Dave Wood launched a campaign for Colorado's 8th Congressional District seat.
September 25, 2026
Critter Milton Launched 2026 Congressional CampaignThe Unity Party candidate has announced a bid for Colorado's 1st Congressional District seat.
September 25, 2026
Greg Lopez Has Entered Colorado Gubernatorial RaceFormer congressman Greg Lopez has launched an independent bid for governor alongside running mate Taralyn Romero.
September 21, 2026
American Revival PAC Donated to Colorado Ballot MeasureThe political action committee contributed $250,000 to a group campaigning for Amendment 86 this August.
Reporting spans statewide primary contests, party platform debates, internal disputes within each party, and third parties seeking ballot access. Coverage reaches from the state capital to the rural counties where party organizations shape local races. Ballot access rules and filing deadlines determine when many party stories break. Campaign finance reports and convention outcomes tend to reshape the party landscape more than any single race.