McCluskie Reelected as Colorado House Speaker

Colorado House Democrats have re-elected Julie McCluskie as Speaker and Monica Duran as Majority Leader, both unopposed, despite internal criticism and legal challenges against McCluskie's leadership. In her first term, McCluskie has been recognized for her moderate stance and policy achievements and has committed to advancing a progressive agenda on climate change, education, and affordability. The Democrats have lost at least one seat in the House, with some races still undecided, which could affect their supermajority status if Republicans win pending races. The leadership elections underscore the Democratic party's attempt to unify and prepare for legislative challenges in the upcoming session. The full House will ratify the leadership slate when it convenes on January 8, 2025.