Gabe Evans

Colorado Democrats gathered to show unity after a divisive primary season, with candidates like Michael Bennet, Phil Weiser, and John Hickenlooper emphasizing collaboration despite past conflicts. The party chair highlighted its diversity and readiness to win, while Republicans criticized Democrats as socialists. Notable absences included Rep. Diana DeGette and other primary winners.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus’ political arm BOLD PAC supported Manny Rutinel, who won a Colorado primary against Shannon Bird by 30 points. The primary was a proxy battle among Democratic-aligned groups, with Rutinel's victory attributed to Latino voter turnout in a district that narrowly voted for Trump in 2024.

The Colorado 8th Congressional District race between Manny Rutinel and Gabe Evans is a competitive toss-up, with Latino voters making up 40% of the electorate and potentially deciding the outcome. Issues like immigration and affordable housing are central to the campaign, and both candidates are expected to focus on outreach to the Latino community.

Manny Rutinel, a Democratic candidate for Colorado’s 8th Congressional District, won a primary race to challenge incumbent Rep. Gabe Evans. Republicans have compared Rutinel to New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, criticizing his policies as out of touch with Colorado voters.

Manny Rutinel, a Democratic candidate, won the primary for Colorado's 8th Congressional District, challenging incumbent Rep. Gabe Evans in a pivotal race that could influence the House balance. Republicans have compared Rutinel to New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani to criticize his policies, including expanding taxes on the rich and universal healthcare.

Manny Rutinel won the Democratic primary for U.S. House Colorado District 8 with over 60% of the vote, defeating Shannon Bird and Evan Munsing. He will face Republican incumbent Gabe Evans in the 2026 election.

Manny Rutinel defeated Shannon Bird in the primary for Colorado’s 8th Congressional District. Rutinel, a state representative, will face Gabe Evans in the November election.

Manny Rutinel won the Colorado primary for a competitive House seat. He will face Gabe Evans in the fall election.

State Rep. Manny Rutinel (D) is projected to defeat former state Rep. Shannon Bird (D) in the Democratic primary for Colorado's 8th Congressional District. The winner will face Rep. Gabe Evans (R-Colo.), a vulnerable incumbent.

Progressive state Rep. Manny Rutinel won the Democratic primary for Colorado’s 8th District, defeating former state Rep. Shannon Bird. Rutinel will face GOP Rep. Gabe Evans in the general election, with Republicans viewing him as a stronger opponent than Bird. The district, which is 40 percent Latino, is a key target for Democrats, who have reserved millions for advertising, while Evans has raised $3.4 million for the race.