Rep. Scott Tipton.
WASHINGTON — At the start of the 2016 election cycle, much of the talk in Colorado has centered on U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman and whether the Aurora Republican plans to challenge U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet when the Democrat is up for re-election.
But don’t count out another House Republican from Colorado: U.S. Rep. Scott Tipton, who represents the western third of the state. A political consultant to Tipton said the veteran lawmaker could be a competitor too.
“I would say that he isn’t ruling anything out right now,” wrote the consultant, Michael Fortney, in an email. “It is still very early and right now his priority is focusing on the issues impacting the 3rd Congressional District. However, Congressman Tipton has a strong record of achievement in his first two terms of service and I believe that would make him a very appealing candidate.”
It’s still early, of course, but GOP interest in the seat is growing. Earlier this week, El Paso County Commissioner Darryl Glenn .
