Melat Kiros, a Left-Wing Insurgent, Ousts a 15-Term Congresswoman in Colorado

Democratic socialist attorney Melat Kiros defeated 15-term U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado's Democratic primary on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, in a closely watched race that reflected voter dissatisfaction with Washington incumbents. Kiros ran an insurgent campaign for the Denver-based seat. The primary also saw Colorado voters reject Sen. Michael Bennet's campaign for governor and reveal vulnerabilities in his reelection bid, while Democratic establishment-backed candidates underperformed statewide.