Last-minute far-right challenger makes Colorado GOP primary ballot against Rep. Hurd

By: Chase Woodruff

Outlets: Colorado Newsline

Published: April 13, 2026

Words: 728

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Incumbent U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd will have a Republican primary challenger in Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District after all, following a last-minute campaign launched by a far-right opponent at the state GOP assembly in Pueblo.

Former state Rep. Ron Hanks was the only candidate to qualify for the primary ballot through the 3rd District GOP assembly on Friday, just one day after announcing his bid, as first reported by Colorado Politics. Hurd has submitted petition …

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