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Mark Baisley Exits Governor Race, Seeks U.S. Senate Seat

1/6/2026

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State Sen. Mark Baisley exited the Colorado gubernatorial race to pursue a U.S. Senate seat held by Democrat John Hickenlooper.
His departure leaves 20 candidates in the GOP primary for governor.
Baisley announced his Senate candidacy on a conservative podcast.
He predicted a red wave in 2026.
The official campaign launch is scheduled for Castle Rock, where he filed paperwork with the Federal Elections Committee.

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Story summary

State Sen. Mark Baisley exited the Colorado gubernatorial race to pursue a U.S. Senate seat held by Democrat John Hickenlooper.
His departure leaves 20 candidates in the GOP primary for governor.
Baisley announced his Senate candidacy on a conservative podcast.
He predicted a red wave in 2026.
The official campaign launch is scheduled for Castle Rock, where he filed paperwork with the Federal Elections Committee.