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Your daily Colorado politics update for Saturday, April 4
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Saturday, April 4, 2026

Search warrants for social media companies, renaming a holiday and more from the Colorado legislature this week

Colorado lawmakers face a familiar question as they consider new financial regs: Is a paycheck advance a loan?

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Trump’s Iran war leaves Republicans adrift ahead of midterms

Republicans are struggling to coalesce around a clear midterm message on Iran.

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Hegseth says he will allow troops to take personal weapons onto military bases

He said any denial of a service member’s request must be explained in detail.

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Trump budget seeks $1.5T in defense spending alongside cuts in domestic programs

Trump signaled the military is his priority, setting up a clash ahead in Congress.

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Douglas County meetings on home rule charter measure violated open-meetings law, appeals court rules

The ruling stems from an April 2025 lawsuit brought by former Commissioner Lora Thomas, Democratic state Rep. Bob Marshall and Julie Gooden, an unaffiliated Douglas County voter, against the county.

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What do you want to ask Michael Bennet and Phil Weiser in the Colorado governor’s race?

Colorado’s first open race for governor in eight years is fast approaching, and The Denver Post wants your questions for the candidates.

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2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing

Attacks have disrupted global oil markets and increased economic pressures.