American politics are in a moment of major upheaval: a Republican president and GOP-controlled Congress are reshaping the federal government and expanding the limits of presidential power. Meanwhile, federal Democrats are questioning how to win back voters who feel their party has failed to deliver. And as Republicans have this moment on the national stage, Colorado鈥檚 GOP party is trying to catch up, hoping a new leader can bring some unity 鈥� and less havoc 鈥� for Republicans in the state.
and examine what new leadership could mean for the future of Colorado鈥檚 Republican party and what鈥檚 top of mind for its members with a lot of statewide offices and a U.S. Senate seat up for grabs in 2026. Then joins to dig into how Colorado鈥檚 federal Democratic lawmakers are looking to redirect the party ahead of the midterms.
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