Who Is Running in Colorado Congressional District 5th in 2026?
Last updated: March 4, 2026
Jeff Crank
(Incumbent)Economy
HighRepresentative Jeff Crank has supported various appropriations bills in 2026, including the Defense, Homeland Security, and Consolidated Appropriations Acts. He also voted for the Critical Mineral Dominance Act and the Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act. Crank introduced the Freeing Residential Affordable Markets from Excess Regulation (FRAMER) Act and advocates for lower taxes and deregulation to foster small business growth, job creation, and economic prosperity, citing concerns about government overspending and inflation.
Immigration
HighRepresentative Jeff Crank voted in favor of the Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, which he stated provides resources to protect the homeland and ensure law enforcement and border patrol continue to protect American lives. He also supported the Safeguard American Voters Eligibility (SAVE) Act, asserting that American elections should be reserved for American citizens and requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration.
Healthcare
HighJeff Crank voted against extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies in January 2026, citing concerns over fiscal responsibility and taxpayer funding for abortions. He advocates for serious healthcare reform over "blank checks" to Obamacare. Representative Crank also voted in favor of the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act, which aims to reduce premium costs, expand access, and offer more choices. He earned an A+ on the 2025 Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America National Pro-Life Scorecard, emphasizing his commitment to protecting the unborn.
Democratic Candidate
No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.
| Issue | Jeff Crank |
|---|---|
| Economy | Representative Jeff Crank has supported various appropriations bills in 2026, including the Defense, Homeland Security, and Consolidated Appropriations Acts. He also voted for the Critical Mineral Dominance Act and the Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act. Crank introduced the Freeing Residential Affordable Markets from Excess Regulation (FRAMER) Act and advocates for lower taxes and deregulation to foster small business growth, job creation, and economic prosperity, citing concerns about government overspending and inflation. High |
| Immigration | Representative Jeff Crank voted in favor of the Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, which he stated provides resources to protect the homeland and ensure law enforcement and border patrol continue to protect American lives. He also supported the Safeguard American Voters Eligibility (SAVE) Act, asserting that American elections should be reserved for American citizens and requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration. High |
| Healthcare | Jeff Crank voted against extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies in January 2026, citing concerns over fiscal responsibility and taxpayer funding for abortions. He advocates for serious healthcare reform over "blank checks" to Obamacare. Representative Crank also voted in favor of the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act, which aims to reduce premium costs, expand access, and offer more choices. He earned an A+ on the 2025 Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America National Pro-Life Scorecard, emphasizing his commitment to protecting the unborn. High |
| Climate & Energy | Jeff Crank received a 0% score from the League of Conservation Voters for 2025 and his lifetime. He has voted to rescind protections for areas like the Boundary Waters, limit environmental review for pipelines, and defund the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. He also supported the Critical Mineral Dominance Act and the Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, and took actions to promote drilling and mining on public lands. Medium |
| Abortion & Reproductive Rights | Jeff Crank voted against the extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, stating he cannot support them without closing what he views as a taxpayer-funded abortion loophole. He emphasized that taxpayer funding for abortions is unacceptable and he will continue to advocate for protections for the unborn. His position aligns with policies that oppose late-term abortion and support prenatal care. High |
| Foreign Policy | Jeff Crank voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, citing the need to ensure the military remains the most lethal in the world and advance "Peace through Strength." He also supported the Defense Appropriations Act and the Homeland Security Appropriations Act for 2026. Furthermore, he voted to advance H.R. 7006, the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026, with the aim of realigning foreign policy to enhance national security. High |
| Education | Jeff Crank voted in favor of the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026. He also supported the DETERRENT Act to strengthen reporting requirements for foreign gifts to academic institutions. Crank supported President Trump's Executive Order to dismantle the Department of Education, believing it would eliminate bureaucracy and empower parents in decision-making. Medium |
| Gun Policy | Representative Jeff Crank led a letter from the Colorado Republican Delegation urging Governor Jared Polis to veto Senate Bill 3 (SB25-003). This bill would ban the purchase of most semi-automatic firearms without county sheriff approval and mandatory training. Crank's letter argued the bill creates bureaucratic hurdles, impedes self-defense rights, and could lead to a de facto gun owner registry. Low |
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