Debates Heat Up Colorado Races | Colorado Springs News

Colorado’s Thursday night debates delivered tense but civil clashes as incumbent Rep. Jeff Crank faced Democratic challenger Jessica Killian in the 5th District, while Attorney General Phil Weiser debated unaffiliated Greg Lopez for governor — with Republican Victor Marx notably absent. Killian, an Army vet with D.C. ties, held her own against Crank, linking him to Trump, while Crank defended his record and noted policy disagreements. Lopez, though unaffiliated, leaned GOP on taxes and school choice, even praising Weiser’s social media teen settlement. Weiser focused on centrist messaging, trying to broaden his appeal. Both races are tightening — especially congressional, where Killian’s momentum could challenge Crank’s frontrunner status. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/12bb969c8a435026