Colorado Dems Bracing for Anti-Establishment Shake-Up in Key Primaries

Colorado Democrats brace for an anti-establishment wave in their 2026 primaries: Sen. Michael Bennet’s bid for governor is tighter than expected against AG Phil Weiser, while Rep. Diana DeGette faces a serious challenge from progressive Melat Kiros. Outside money, grassroots organizing, and momentum from New York’s insurgent wins are fueling the races, with donors scrambling to back challengers and DeGette’s camp warning of a tightening race. A Kiros upset would mark a major shift in Colorado politics, though DeGette still benefits from decades of incumbency and name recognition.