Jessica Killin Flips Colorado’s 5th District in Historic Democratic Upset

Democrat Jessica Killin defeats incumbent Jeff Crank to win Colorado's 5th District, marking a historic victory for the party in Colorado Springs.

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November 6, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Colorado Springs, Colorado — Democrat Jessica Killin has secured a landmark victory in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Republican U.S. Representative Jeff Crank.

The Associated Press officially called the race for Killin at 12:38 p.m. on Thursday, just two days after the polls opened. This victory marks the first time a Democrat has ever won this specific congressional seat.

According to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), Killin was projected to unseat the incumbent in a region that has historically been a stronghold for the Republican Party. The win is being viewed as one of the most significant Democratic triumphs across the country this year.

The district, which centers around Colorado Springs and serves as a major military and space hub, saw a competitive field where Crank faced challenges from Killin as well as two candidates from third-party parties.

By flipping this long-held GOP seat, Killin shifts the political landscape of the state and secures a new Democratic representation in Washington.

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