Democratic incumbent in Denver's 1st Congressional District faces challenge from two new candidates

Congresswoman Diana DeGette, who has represented Denver's 1st Congressional District for nearly 30 years, faces challenges from two Democratic candidates, Melat Kiros and Wanda James, in the June 30 primary. Republican Christy Peterson is unopposed in her party's primary, focusing on issues like public safety and manufacturing. Kiros emphasizes systemic change and community-driven governance, while DeGette remains a long-standing figure in Colorado politics.