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Pastor Victor Marx Leads Colorado GOP Primary, Out-Fundraising Rivals

6/30/2026

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Victor Marx, a pastor and political unknown, leads the Colorado Republican gubernatorial primary as of June 29, 2026.
Marx has raised more campaign money than his two primary opponents combined.
Republican consultant Dick Wadhams warns that Marx’s nomination could jeopardize other GOP seats.
State Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer, identified as the moderate, opposed the commutation of Tina Peters and previously championed a bid for a 51st state.

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Victor Marx, a pastor and political unknown, leads the Colorado Republican gubernatorial primary as of June 29, 2026.
Marx has raised more campaign money than his two primary opponents combined.
Republican consultant Dick Wadhams warns that Marx’s nomination could jeopardize other GOP seats.
State Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer, identified as the moderate, opposed the commutation of Tina Peters and previously championed a bid for a 51st state.