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Democratic socialist Melat Kiros topples a nearly 30-year incumbent to win Colorado House primary

The 29-year-old DSA-backed challenger ousted Rep. Diana DeGette, one of Colorado’s longest-serving Democrats, in the primary for the 1st District.

Published July 1, 2026, 4:04 AM

Updated July 1, 2026, 4:15 AM3.0K

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Democratic socialist Melat Kiros topples a nearly 30-year incumbent to win Colorado House primary

The 29-year-old DSA-backed challenger ousted Rep. Diana DeGette, one of Colorado’s longest-serving Democrats, in the primary for the 1st District.

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Democratic socialist Melat Kiros topples a nearly 30-year incumbent to win Colorado House primary

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