2026 United States House of Representatives elections in Colorado
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The 2026 United States House of Representatives elections in Colorado will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the eight U.S. representatives from the State of Colorado, one from each of the state's congressional districts. The elections will coincide with other elections to the House of Representatives, elections to the United States Senate, and various state and local elections. The primary elections will take place on June 30, 2026.[1]
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November 3, 2026
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District 1
The 1st district includes almost all of Denver, as well as the enclaves of Glendale and Holly Hills. The incumbent is Democrat Diana DeGette, who was re-elected with 76.6% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Democratic primary
Declared
- Diana DeGette, incumbent U.S. representative[3]
- Carter Hanson, substitute teacher[4]
- Wanda James, member of the University of Colorado Board of Regents from the 1st district (2023–present)[5]
- Melat Kiros, attorney[6]
Filed paperwork
Endorsements
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Diana DeGette (D) | $713,394 | $447,650 | $535,212 |
| Wanda James (D) | $179,563 | $86,673 | $92,889 |
| Melat Kiros (D) | $204,541 | $140,197 | $64,344 |
| Santiago Palomino (D) | $6,112 | $417 | $5,695 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[18] | |||
Republican primary
Filed paperwork
- Amanda Capobianco, chief executive officer[19] (also filed to run in Colorado's 7th congressional district)[20]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[21] | Solid D | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[22] | Solid D | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[23] | Safe D | April 10, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[24] | Safe D | September 26, 2025 |
District 2
The 2nd district is located in north-central Colorado, including the northwestern Denver suburbs, such as Boulder and Fort Collins. The incumbent is Democrat Joe Neguse, who was re-elected with 68.4% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Democratic primary
Declared
- Cinque Mason[25]
- Joe Neguse, incumbent U.S. Representative[3]
Endorsements
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Joe Neguse (D) | $1,857,243 | $983,446 | $2,864,693 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[33] | |||
Republican primary
Filed paperwork
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[21] | Solid D | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[22] | Solid D | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[23] | Safe D | April 10, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[24] | Safe D | September 26, 2025 |
District 3
The 3rd district encompasses the Colorado Western Slope, including the cities of Montrose, Pueblo, and Grand Junction. The incumbent is Republican Jeff Hurd, who was elected with 50.8% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Donald Trump initially backed Hurd for re-election, but rescinded his support in February 2026, labelling Hurd a "RINO".[36] Simultaneously, Trump endorsed challenger Hope Scheppelman, who previously served as vice chair of the Colorado Republican Party.[36] The following month, Trump re-endorsed Hurd and announced that Scheppelman had met with him and agreed to withdraw from the race.[37] In a statement, Scheppelman urged her supporters to "hold ... Hurd's feet to the fire and demand he do his job," adding that she would contest the 2028 primary election if Hurd did not "correct his naive voting record".[38]
Republican primary
Declared
Withdrawn
- Hope Scheppelman, former vice chair of the Colorado Republican Party[39]
Filed paperwork
- Jason Bias[40]
Endorsements
- Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[37][41][a]
- Organizations
- Executive branch officials
- Michael Flynn, former national security advisor (2017)[42]
Donald Trump, president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)(previously endorsed Hurd; later re-endorsed Hurd)[36][37]
- U.S. representatives
- Tom Tancredo, former CO-06 (1999–2009)[43]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Jeff Hurd (R) | $2,386,939 | $824,194 | $1,573,048 |
| Hope Scheppelman (R) | $212,592 | $70,502 | $142,090 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[44] | |||
Polling
Democratic primary
Declared
Filed paperwork
- Kyle Doster, barista[47]
Declined
- Adam Frisch, former Aspen city councilor and nominee for this district in 2022 and 2024[48] (endorsed Romero)
Endorsements
- U.S. representatives
- John Salazar, former CO-03 (2005–2011)[49]
- State legislators
- Matthew Martinez, state representative from the 62nd district (2023–present)[50]
- Diane Mitsch Bush, former state representative from the 26th district (2013–2017)[51]
- Dylan Roberts, state senator from the 8th district (2023–present)[51]
- Gail Schwartz, former state senator from the 5th district (2007–2015)[51]
- Katie Stewart, state representative from the 59th district (2025–present)[51]
- Elizabeth Velasco, state representative from the 57th district (2023–present)[50]
- Local officials
- Adam Frisch, former Aspen city councilor and nominee for this district in 2022 and 2024[52]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Alex Kelloff (D) | $854,532 | $420,605 | $433,927 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[44] | |||
Independents
Filed paperwork
- Heather Barton[53]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[21] | Likely R | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[22] | Likely R | March 12, 2026 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[23] | Likely R | April 10, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[24] | Likely R | January 25, 2026 |
Polling
Jeff Hurd vs. Alex Kelloff
District 4
The 4th district encompasses the rural Eastern Plains and the southern Denver exurbs, including Castle Rock and Parker. The incumbent is Republican Lauren Boebert, who was elected to the 4th district with 53.6% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Republican primary
Declared
- Lauren Boebert, incumbent U.S. Representative[3]
Filed paperwork
- Eric San Felipe[55]
Endorsements
Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, 45th and 47th president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[56]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Lauren Boebert (R) | $723,120 | $663,599 | $218,665 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[57] | |||
Democratic primary
Declared
- Trisha Calvarese, communications professional and nominee for this district in 2024[58]
- Eileen Laubacher, former member of the U.S. National Security Council[59]
- John Padora, engineer and candidate for this district in 2024[59]
Filed paperwork
Campaign
On March 2, 2026, Trisha Calvarese filed a lawsuit in the Denver District Court against a member of the Colorado Democratic Party, arguing that the party violated the state's election laws by allowing fellow primary candidate Eileen Laubacher to take part in the Democratic caucus and assembly process.[62] Calvarese's campaign claimed that Laubacher is a "lifelong Republican", noting that she had only registered as a Democrat on March 27, 2025.[62] The day after the lawsuit was filed, a judge denied a request for a temporary restraining order that would have prevented Laubacher from being eligible for the Democratic caucus process.[62]
Endorsements
- Executive branch officials
- Betsy Markey, former assistant secretary of homeland security for intergovernmental affairs (2011–2013)[65]
- State legislators
- Robert Rodriguez, majority leader of the Colorado Senate (2023–present) from the 32nd district (2019–present)[65]
- Jessie Danielson, state senator from the 22nd district (2023–present) and former speaker pro tempore of the Colorado House of Representatives (2017–2019)[65]
- Polly Baca, former state senator from the 25th district (1979–1987) and state representative from the 34th district (1974–1979)[65]
- Sheila Lieder, state representative from the 28th district (2023–present)[65]
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Trisha Calvarese (D) | $1,680,249 | $1,213,201 | $518,349 |
| Eileen Laubacher (D) | $6,448,749 | $3,920,034 | $2,528,714 |
| John Padora (D) | $80,946 | $75,545 | $8,948 |
| Jenna Preston (D) | $52,800 | $13,716 | $39,083 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[57] | |||
Libertarian primary
Filed paperwork
- Douglas Mangeris, construction superintendent and firearms dealer[66]
Independents
Declared
- Tim Veldhuizen, businessman[67]
Filed paperwork
- Wayne Thornton[68]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[21] | Solid R | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[22] | Solid R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[23] | Safe R | April 10, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[24] | Likely R | March 12, 2026 |
District 5
The 5th district is centered on El Paso County and Colorado Springs including its suburbs, Cimarron Hills and Fort Carson. The incumbent is Republican Jeff Crank, who was elected with 54.7% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Republican primary
Declared
- Jeff Crank, incumbent U.S. Representative[3]
Endorsements
Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, 45th and 47th president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[69]
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Jeff Crank (R) | $1,396,735 | $495,008 | $968,280 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[71] | |||
Democratic primary
Declared
- Jessica Killin, former chief of staff to Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff[72]
- Joe Reagan, former director of outreach for Wreaths Across America and candidate for this district in 2024[73]
Disqualified
Withdrawn
- Matt Cavanaugh, author and nonprofit executive (previously ran as an independent)[75]
Endorsements
- U.S. senators
- Michael Bennet, Colorado (2009–present)[76]
- John Hickenlooper, Colorado (2021–present)[76]
- U.S. representatives
- Diana DeGette, CO-1 (1997–present)[76]
- Joe Neguse, CO-2 (2019–present)[76]
- Jason Crow, CO-6 (2019–present)[76]
- Brittany Pettersen, CO-7 (2023–present)[76]
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Matt Cavanaugh (D) | $111,283 | $68,473 | $42,810 |
| Zurit Horowitz (D) | $27,369 | $17,032 | $10,336 |
| Jessica Killin (D) | $1,655,457 | $542,346 | $1,113,110 |
| Joe Reagan (D) | $116,372 | $105,113 | $18,727 |
| Jamey Smith (D) | $50,310 | $38,494 | $11,816 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[71] | |||
Independent candidates
Filed paperwork
Withdrawn
- Matt Cavanaugh, author and nonprofit executive (running as a Democrat)[81]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of March 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Roy Matthewson (I) | $200 | $145 | $108 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[71] | |||
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[21] | Likely R | January 15, 2026 |
| Inside Elections[22] | Likely R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[23] | Likely R | April 10, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[24] | Tilt R | February 2, 2026 |
Polling
Jeff Crank vs. Jessica Killin vs. Matt Cavanaugh
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[b] |
Margin of error |
Jeff Crank (R) |
Jessica Killin (D) |
Matt Cavanaugh (I) |
Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Strategy Group (D)[82][C] | October 30 – November 3, 2025 | 450 (LV) | ± 4.6% | 43% | 40% | 5% | 12% |
District 6
The 6th district takes in much of the eastern Denver metropolitan area, as well as parts of the southern and northern area. The incumbent is Democrat Jason Crow, who was re-elected with 59% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Democratic primary
Declared
- Jason Crow, incumbent U.S. representative[3]
Filed paperwork
Endorsements
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Jason Crow (D) | $1,627,087 | $1,040,430 | $2,334,950 |
| Dylan Shelby (D)[c] | $103 | $68 | $34 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[87] | |||
Republican primary
Filed paperwork
Independents
Filed paperwork
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[21] | Solid D | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[22] | Solid D | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[23] | Safe D | April 10, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[24] | Safe D | September 26, 2025 |
District 7
The 7th district encompasses central Colorado, with a small part extending into the western Denver metropolitan area. The incumbent is Democrat Brittany Pettersen, who was elected with 55.3% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Democratic primary
Declared
- Brittany Pettersen, incumbent U.S. Representative[3]
Endorsements
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Brittany Pettersen (D) | $1,124,937 | $841,846 | $844,023 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[97] | |||
Republican primary
Filed paperwork
- Timothy Bennett, U.S. Army veteran[98]
- Amanda Capobianco, chief executive officer[99] (also filed to run in Colorado's 1st congressional district)[100]
Independents
Filed paperwork
- Joe Krzeczkowski[101]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[21] | Solid D | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[22] | Solid D | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[23] | Safe D | April 10, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[24] | Safe D | September 26, 2025 |
District 8
The 8th district includes the northern Front Range cities and surrounding Denver communities, including Thornton, Brighton, Johnstown, and Greeley. The incumbent is Republican Gabe Evans, who flipped the district and was elected with 49.0% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Republican primary
Declared
- Gabe Evans, incumbent U.S. Representative[102]
Filed paperwork
Endorsements
- Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[105]
- U.S. representatives
- Mike Johnson, speaker of the House (2023–present) from LA-04 (2017–present)[63]
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Adam DeRito (R) | $26,608 | $20,390 | $6,218 |
| Gabe Evans (R) | $3,054,209 | $578,258 | $2,550,943 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[109] | |||
Democratic primary
Declared
- Shannon Bird, former state representative from the 29th district (2019–2026)[110]
- Evan Munsing, Marine Corps veteran and business leader[111]
- Manny Rutinel, state representative from the 32nd district (2023–present)[112]
- John Szemler, management software consultant[102]
Filed paperwork
Withdrawn
- Amie Baca-Oehlert, former president of the Colorado Education Association[116]
- Yadira Caraveo, former U.S. Representative (2023–2025)[117]
- Dave Young, Colorado State Treasurer (2019–present)[118]
Declined
- Julie Duran Mullica, Adams County commissioner (endorsed Bird)[119]
- Kyle Mullica, state senator from the 24th district (2023–present) (endorsed Bird)[119]
- Joe Salazar, former state representative from the 31st district (2013–2019) and candidate for attorney general in 2018[120] (endorsed Baca-Oehlert)[121]
Endorsements
- Executive branch officials
- Betsy Markey, former Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security for Intergovernmental Affairs (2011–2013)[63]
- U.S. representatives
- David Skaggs, former CO-02 (1987–1999)[63]
- Statewide officials
- Roy Romer, former governor of Colorado (1987–1999)[63]
- Elliot Hood, regent of the University of Colorado from the at-large district (2025–present)[122]
- State legislators
- Steve Fenberg, former president of the Colorado Senate (2022–2025) from the 18th district (2017–2025)[122]
- Julie McCluskie, speaker of the Colorado House of Representatives (2023–present) from the 13th district (2019–present)[122]
- Kyle Mullica, state senator from the 24th district (2023–present)[119]
- Local officials
- Yemi Mobolade, mayor of Colorado Springs (2023–present)[63]
- Organizations
- Executive branch officials
- Ken Salazar, former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico (2021–2025) and U.S. senator from Colorado (2005–2009)[63]
- Martin O'Malley, former Social Security Administration Commissioner (2023–2024)[63]
- Federico Peña, former Secretary of Transportation (1993–1997) and Secretary of Energy (1997–1998)[63]
- U.S. senators
- Cory Booker, New Jersey (2013–present)[citation needed]
- Gary Hart, former Colorado (1975–1987)[128]
- U.S. representatives
- Adriano Espaillat, NY-13 (2017–present)[129]
- Rob Menendez, NJ-08 (2023–present)[63]
- Emily Randall, WA-06 (2025–present)[63]
- State legislators
- Jennifer Bacon, state representative from the 7th district (2021–present)[130]
- Adrienne Benavidez, former state representative from the 32rd district (2017–2023)[130]
- Andrew Boesenecker, state representative from the 53rd district (2021–present)[130]
- Junie Joseph, state representative from the 10th district (2023–present)[130]
- Organizations
- State legislators
- Judy Solano, former state representative from the 31st district (2005–2013)[121]
- Joe Salazar, former state representative from the 31st district (2013–2019)[121]
- Labor unions
- Political parties
Fundraising
Italics indicate a withdrawn candidate.
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Amie Baca-Oehlert (D) | $134,647 | $120,019 | $14,627 |
| Shannon Bird (D) | $1,207,875 | $444,799 | $763,076 |
| Yadira Caraveo (D) | $256,473 | $256,463 | $4,355 |
| Evan Munsing (D) | $485,631 | $272,332 | $213,299 |
| Manny Rutinel (D) | $2,527,160 | $1,323,274 | $1,203,885 |
| Dave Young (D) | $195,704 | $172,584 | $23,120 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[109] | |||
Polling
| Poll source | Date(s) administered |
Sample size[b] |
Margin of error |
Amie Baca- Oehlert |
Shannon Bird |
Yadira Caraveo |
Manny Rutinel |
Dave Young |
Undecided |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Policy Polling (D)[136][D] | May 19–20, 2025 | 467 (RV) | ± 4.5% | 4% | 5% | 36% | 8% | 8% | 39% |
| – | – | 51% | 21% | – | 28% |
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[21] | Tossup | February 6, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[22] | Tossup | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[23] | Tossup | April 10, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[24] | Tilt D (flip) | January 7, 2026 |
See also
Notes
- Key:
A – all adults
RV – registered voters
LV – likely voters
V – unclear - As last reported on June 30, 2025
- Partisan clients