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Colorado Governor: 2026 Democratic Primary Results

With Jared Polis term-limited, the open governorship drew a heavyweight Democratic matchup: a sitting U.S. senator against the state's attorney general. The winner faces the Republican nominee in November.

Not startedPolls close 7:00 p.m. MT, June 30, 2026.
  • Michael Bennet
    on the ballot
  • Phil Weiser
    on the ballot

Results by county

Republican lead Democratic leadNo results yet Douglas County

Counties shade to the leading candidate's party as results report. Statewide totals are above; Douglas County is outlined.

The candidates

  • Michael Bennet (Democratic) U.S. senator running for the open governorship.

  • Phil Weiser (Democratic) Colorado attorney general and the other half of the marquee matchup.

What this office does

The governor runs Colorado's executive branch, signs or vetoes every bill the legislature passes, sets the state budget, and appoints agency heads and judges.

More on this election

Source: Colorado Secretary of State and Douglas County Elections. Candidate field as published in our 2026 ballot guide. Results are unofficial until canvassed and certified.