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Michael Bennet Announces He’s Running in 2026 for Colorado Governor
Colorado Senator Michael Bennet has officially announced his candidacy for governor in 2026, entering the race to succeed term-limited Governor Jared Polis, Sen Bennet is positioning himself as a leading Democrat candidate, bringing his federal experience back home to Colorado
Colorado, I’m running for Governor. From expanding the Child Tax Credit to securing $7 billion for our infrastructure, we’ve made real progress together. Now, it’s time to keep building a future in Colorado that works for all of us,” Bennet announced in a video shared on His social media.
he highlights his achievements in the U.S. Senate, such as lowering prescription drug costs, preserving public lands, and championing the expansion of the Child Tax Credit. He also aimed at President Donald Trump, accusing him of “taking a wrecking ball to our economy and our democracy,
Sen Michael Bennet did not hide his frustration with Washington’s Trump administration, he emphasized that the real solutions are more likely to come from state leadership than the “broken politics” of the nation’s capital. This message reflects his growing belief that the states, not Washington, will lead the way in tackling the biggest challenges of the next decade. According to Politico.
Sen Michael Bennet joins a field that already includes Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser,
The Democrat who entered the race earlier this year. Weiser, who called himself “the fighter of what Colorado needs,” says his committed to protecting the state from what he describes as Trump’s “illegal actions,” saying that Colorado needs experienced Democratic leadership.
Sen Michael Bennet’s campaign has already secured high-profile endorsements, including strong support from Senator John Hickenlooper himself a former Colorado governor who offered his “wholehearted” backing. Congressman Joe Neguse also praised Bennet, calling him a “visionary public servant” with a proven track record of prioritizing the needs of Coloradans.
For now, Michael Bennet is leveraging his legislative accomplishments and statewide recognition to build momentum, aiming to secure the Democratic nomination and continue shaping Colorado’s future from the governor’s mansion.
