Republican Gabe Evans Wins Closely Watched Colorado Congressional Race, Shrinking Democrats’ House Majority

In a closely watched race that could have major implications for the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives, Republican Gabe Evans has emerged victorious over Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo in Colorado’s 8th Congressional District. This win marks a significant step forward for the GOP as they inch closer to securing a majority in the House.

The race was hotly contested, with both candidates focusing on key issues that resonated with voters in this district, which has a large Latino population. Evans, a decorated veteran who served as a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter pilot and company commander in the U.S. Army and Colorado Army National Guard, also held the position of an Arvada police officer for over a decade. He campaigned on a platform that emphasized economic growth, border security, and strong support for law enforcement, aligning himself with former President Trump’s policies.

Caraveo, a pediatrician, centered her campaign around issues like access to abortion and healthcare, strongly criticizing Evans’ association with Trump and his policies. She also emphasized her support for stronger immigration policies, arguing against the Secure the Border Act of 2023, which sought to expand the criteria for denying asylum and restrict entry to those arriving at ports of entry. Her position against the Act aligned her with a bloc of 211 other House Democrats.

The race was further complicated by the fact that Colorado’s 8th District, comprising most of Adams County, a significant portion of Weld County, and part of Larimer County north of downtown Denver, boasts a population that is nearly 40% Latino. This demographic made immigration a particularly sensitive topic during the campaign, as it was expected to play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of the race.

With the Republican victory in Colorado, the party now holds 216 seats in the House, just two shy of a majority, with 12 races remaining to be called. This tight race underscores the ongoing political polarization in the United States, with both parties battling fiercely for control of Congress.

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