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NBC News reports:
Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet is running for governor of Colorado next year, according to two sources familiar with his plans. Bennet is expected to announce his campaign as soon as Friday and will look to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Jared Polis in a state that has trended towards his party in recent years. And he is the latest Senate Democrat looking to leave Washington, after three retirement announcements in recent weeks.
Bennet will not be alone in the Democratic field, with state Attorney General Phil Weiser also in the race, creating a battle of two statewide officeholders for the post. Republicans could be looking at a potentially crowded primary field, with two state legislators already in the race. But the GOP faces an uphill climb in the Centennial State, where Democrats have found success in statewide races.
Read the full article. Bennett’s Senate term expires in 2028 but he can run for governor while remaining in office. Democratic Senators hitting the exit at the end of their terms next year: Gary Peters, Tina Smith, Jeanne Shaheen.
NEW: Sen. Michael Bennet is set to launch his bid for Colorado governor as soon as TOMORROW, per multiple sources familiar w/ his plans.
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