Colorado's 8th Congressional District
Coverage of Colorado's 8th Congressional District in the Nexus archive.
- Democrats, Republicans ramp up fight over Colorado's 8th District seat
The race for Colorado's 8th Congressional District between Democrat Manny Rutinel and Republican Gabe Evans is a closely watched contest. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has endorsed Rutinel as part of its 'Red to Blue' initiative, while Republicans claim voters will reject his platform. Political analysts rate the race as a toss-up.
- Progressive Manny Rutinel projected to win the Democratic primary in CD-8
Progressive Manny Rutinel is projected to win the Democratic primary in Colorado's 8th Congressional District, a GOP-held seat that is one of the handful of toss-up districts in the country.
- Mamdani comparisons follow Colorado Democrat into pivotal House race after primary win
Manny Rutinel, a Democratic candidate, won the primary for Colorado's 8th Congressional District, challenging incumbent Rep. Gabe Evans in a pivotal race that could influence the House balance. Republicans have compared Rutinel to New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani to criticize his policies, including expanding taxes on the rich and universal healthcare.