2026 Primary Candidates

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Congressional District 5

Your representative in Washington who votes on federal laws, the national budget, and issues that affect the whole country. They serve a two-year term and are your most direct voice in Congress.

Joe Reagan

 

Jessica Killin

U.S. Senate

One of Colorado’s two senators in Washington, who votes on federal legislation, confirms judges and cabinet members, and ratifies treaties. Senators serve six-year terms and represent the entire state.

Julie Gonzales

 

John Hickenlooper*

 

 

Governor

The chief executive of Colorado, responsible for running state agencies, signing or vetoing state laws, and managing the state budget. This office sets the overall direction and priorities for state government.

Michael Bennet*

 

Phil Weiser

 

 

Attorney General

Colorado’s top law enforcement officer, who protects consumers from fraud, enforces state law, and represents Colorado in legal proceedings. This office also defends the rights of Colorado residents against unlawful practices.

Hetal Doshi*

 

Michael Dougherty**

 

Jena Griswold

 

David Seligman

 

Secretary of State

Oversees elections, manages voter registration, and maintains official business records for the state. This office ensures that elections are administered fairly and transparently.

Jessie Danielson

 

Amanda Gonzalez

State Treasurer

Manages Colorado’s finances, including state investments, cash flow, and unclaimed property. This office serves as the state’s chief financial officer.

Jeff Bridges

 

State House Districts

Your representative in the Colorado state legislature, who votes on state laws covering areas like education, healthcare, and transportation. They serve two-year terms.

State House District 14

 
Sarah Emery

State House District 15

Jeff Livingston

State House District 16

Stephanie Vigil

State House District 17

Regina English
Chauncy Johnson

State House District 18

Amy Paschal

State House District 21

Michelle Tweed

State House District 22

Michael Pierson

 

State Senate Districts

Your senator in the Colorado state legislature, working alongside state representatives to pass or block state laws. They serve four-year terms.

State Senate District 9

William Moses

 

State Senate District 11

Tony Exum

 

State Senate District 35

Duane Gurule

 

Sheriff

The chief law enforcement officer for El Paso County, overseeing the county jail, serving legal documents, and policing unincorporated areas outside of city limits.

Mateo Montoya-Collis

County Commissioner

One of the elected officials who governs El Paso County, responsible for setting the county budget and overseeing local services such as roads, public health, and community development.

County Commissioner District 1

Gavin Rainey

County Comissioner District 5

Christian Seale

 

Yolanda L. Avila

 

Assessor

Determines the value of properties in El Paso County, which directly affects how much property tax homeowners and businesses pay.

Dave “Muka” Traenkle

Clerk & Recorder

Administers county elections, maintains official public records such as deeds and marriage licenses, and issues motor vehicle registrations. This office serves as the county’s primary record-keeper and election administrator.

Tracy Woods