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Colorado · November 3, 2026
Colorado voters will choose a governor for a 4-year term. Governor Jared Polis is term-limited and cannot run again.
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Jared Polis
Incumbent
Democrat
· Running for re-election
Jared Polis (D) has served as Governor of Colorado since 2019, after serving in the U.S. House. He is term-limited and cannot run again in 2026, and before politics founded several technology companies. Stated priorities include renewable energy, income tax reduction, and broadband access.
Sources: Ballotpedia; National Governors Association.
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TBD — Open Seat
Unknown
· Challenger
With Polis term-limited, Colorado's open governor's race is expected to be competitive. The state has trended Democratic in recent years but Republicans are optimistic. No major candidates have announced as of mid-2025.