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Colorado Governor: 2026 Republican Primary Results

Jared Polis is term-limited, so Colorado's governorship is an open seat. Douglas County leans Republican while the state leans Democratic, and that tension runs under the whole ticket. The Republican primary sorts out who carries the party into November.

Not startedPolls close 7:00 p.m. MT, June 30, 2026.
  • Barb Kirkmeyer
    on the ballot
  • Scott Bottoms
    on the ballot
  • Victor Marx
    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

  • Barb Kirkmeyer (Republican) State senator running in the establishment lane.

  • Scott Bottoms (Republican) State representative running to the right.

  • Victor Marx (Republican) Ministry leader and first-time statewide candidate.

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.