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CO-05 Added to the DCCC’s Districts in Play List for the First Time in History

Historic move spurred by Jessica Killin’s candidacy, which the Colorado Sun reported gives Democrats “a stronger 5th District candidate this year than they’ve likely ever had”

Feb
10
2026
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Army Veteran Jessica Killin Outraises Incumbent Jeff Crank in Q4 and Starts 2026 With More Cash on Hand

COLORADO SPRINGS, COU.S. Army veteran and fourth-generation Coloradan, Jessica Killin, has once again demonstrated her ability to flip Colorado’s 5th Congressional District by outraising incumbent Republican Congressman Jeff Crank in the fourth quarter of 2025. This is the second quarter in a row that Killin has outraised Crank.

Jan
31
2026
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Jeff Crank votes to kill substance abuse and mental health funding for Colorado Springs

After previously voting to gut Medicaid in Colorado and kick tens of thousands off their healthcare, Crank voted with Lauren Boebert for a MAGA attempt to further gut healthcare for his constituents

Jan
23
2026
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Cook Political Report Moves Rating: 

CO-05 is a Competitive Battleground District

Killin’s strong campaign and Crank’s weakness put Colorado's 5th District firmly in play

Jan
15
2026
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Democrat Jessica Killin heads into 2026 with a record-breaking total of more than $1.1 million cash on hand

Killin brought in more than $600,000 in Q4, putting her in a strong position to flip CO-5 with more cash on hand entering the on-year than any challenger in district history

Jan
13
2026
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Senator Hickenlooper Endorses Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Killin has earned the endorsement of all of Colorado’s Democratic Congressional Delegation. Senator John Hickenlooper endorsed Jessica Killin for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District.

Dec
18
2025
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Congresswoman Diana DeGette Endorses Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Congresswoman Diana DeGette endorsed Jessica Killin for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District. Jessica Killin now has the endorsements of the full Colorado Democratic US House delegation: Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen, Congressman Jason Crow, Congressman Joe Neguse, and Congresswoman Diana DeGette. 

Dec
15
2025
PRESS RELEASE

Trump and Crank’s A+++++ Economy is Failing American Families

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – In a recent interview, President Donald Trump gave himself an “A-plus-plus-plus-plus-plus” grade on the economy. This completely disregards the economic concerns that Americans are facing – increasing costs of housing, groceries, healthcare, utilities, and wages that aren’t keeping up. 

Dec
12
2025
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EMILYs List Endorses Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – EMILYs List endorsed Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District. EMILYs List is the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, and their support is a significant indication from Washington, D.C. about the competitiveness of this seat and how Jessica is the right candidate to win.

Dec
3
2025
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Defend the Vote Endorses Jessica Killin for Colorado's 5th Congressional District

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Nov
18
2025
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Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse Endorses Jessica Killin for CO’s Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse endorsed Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District today.

Nov
10
2025
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Colorado Senator Michael Bennet Endorses Jessica Killin for CO’s Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Colorado Senator Michael Bennet endorsed Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District today.

Nov
7
2025
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New Poll Shows Colorado’s 5th Congressional District is a Toss-Up

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO A new poll of likely 2026 CO-05 voters shows Army Veteran and Democrat Jessica Killin is well-positioned to defeat Republican incumbent Jeff Crank in the fastest Democratic-trending district in the country.

Nov
6
2025
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ICYMI: Momentum Builds for Killin in CO-05

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – In case you missed it, Jessica Killin raised over twice as much as incumbent Republican Congressman Jeff Crank in the third quarter. Colorado’s 5th District is the fastest-trending Democratic district in the country. 

Oct
23
2025
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Jessica Killin raises twice as much as Incumbent Jeff Crank in the 3rd Quarter

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – US Army veteran and fourth-generation Coloradan Jessica Killin raised twice as much in the third quarter as incumbent Republican Congressman Jeff Crank. Killin raised over $1,039,000 while Crank raised $502,000.

Oct
16
2025
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State of the Race: Jessica Killin’s Strong First Quarter in CO-05

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Jessica Killin’s first quarter has been full of momentum—Jessica has been on the ground engaging the community, earning important endorsements, elevating key issues in the press, and holding incumbent Jeff Crank accountable.

Oct
9
2025
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CO Congressmembers Brittany Pettersen and Jason Crow Endorse Jessica Killin for Colorado's Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Colorado Congressmembers Brittany Pettersen and Jason Crow endorsed Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District today. 

Oct
8
2025
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Jessica Killin Sets New Fundraising Record in CO-05:

Raises Over $1 Million in Her First Quarter

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Today, US Army veteran and fourth generation Coloradan Jessica Killin announced that she raised over $1,000,000 in the first quarter of her campaign to represent Colorado’s 5th Congressional District.

Oct
1
2025
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Epstein Victim’s Family Calls on Rep. Crank to Release Files

With the petition one signature short, Crank could single-handedly force a vote to release the files by signing

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Yesterday, the family of Virginia Giuffre, an Epstein victim, stood outside of Jeff Crank’s Office and called for transparency and accountability...

Sep
25
2025
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Jessica Killin Statement on Space Command Move

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – With today’s announcement that Space Command will move from Colorado Springs, Jessica Killin, an Army veteran and candidate for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District, released the following statement:

“Jeff Crank has utterly failed to fight for Colorado...

Sep
2
2025
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CU Regent Elliott Hood Endorses Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Today, University of Colorado Regent Elliott Hood endorsed Jessica Killin for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District. Elliott Hood is an education attorney and a former teacher, and as CU Regent, he has been working to make education more affordable for Coloradans.

Aug
27
2025
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Jessica Killin Statement on Colorado’s Special Session

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – As the Colorado Legislature held a special session to remedy the $1.2 billion dollar hole in Colorado’s budget caused by the Big Beautiful Bill, Jessica Killin, an army veteran and candidate for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District, released the following statement:

Aug
26
2025
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Colorado Springs Councilmember Nancy Henjum Endorses Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Today, Councilmember Nancy Henjum endorsed Jessica Killin for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District. Councilmember Henjum has represented Colorado Springs City Council District 5 since 2021, and has been working tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods strong and promote public safety.

Aug
22
2025
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ICYMI: VoteVets endorses Army Veteran Jessica Killin for Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – In case you missed it, Jessica Killin, candidate for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District was endorsed by VoteVets last week. VoteVets PAC supports candidates with a background in military service running for office.

Aug
7
2025
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ICYMI: Jessica Killin Launches Campaign and Shatters Fundraising Records

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – In case you missed it, multiple outlets reported on Jessica Killin’s campaign launch for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District and her record-breaking $750,000 fundraising haul in the first 24 hours of her race.

Jul
30
2025
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Jessica Killin Shatters Fundraising Records: Raising Over $750,000 in first 24 hours

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Today, Jessica Killin announced that she raised over $750,000 in the first 24 hours of her campaign to represent Colorado’s 5th Congressional District. In one day, Killin raised more than her Republican opponent, Jeff Crank, raised so far this cycle.

Jul
16
2025
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Jessica Killin, Fourth-Generation Coloradan and U.S. Army Veteran, Launches Campaign for Congress

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Today, Jessica Killin—a proud fourth-generation Coloradan, U.S. Army veteran, dedicated public servant, business leader, and mom—announced her candidacy for the United States Congress in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District.

Jul
15
2025