Weiser beats Bennet in Democratic primary for Colorado governor, Kirkmeyer in lead

By: Chase Woodruff, Sara Wilson

Outlets: Colorado Newsline

Published: July 1, 2026

Words: 1,433

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet, once considered the heavy favorite in Colorado’s Democratic primary for governor, was defeated by Attorney General Phil Weiser Tuesday night.

The Associated Press called the race at 7:56 p.m.

Weiser will be heavily favored in November’s general election. Colorado has elected only one Republican governor in the last 50 years, and Democrats are widely expected to gain ground in a favorable midterm election year. The winner will succeed Gov. Jared …

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