Weiser defeats Bennet to become Democratic gubernatorial nominee – Colorado Public Radio
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser defeated U.S. Senator Michael Bennet in the 2026 Democratic gubernatorial primary, according to multiple news outlets. Weiser’s victory was seen as a major upset, overcoming Bennet’s established political profile. In related races, primary results also showed Kiros topping DeGette, while Hickenlooper maintained his lead. The results set the stage for the general election in Colorado.
