Sergei Matveyuk, a Republican antiques repairman from Golden, is challenging incumbent Democrat Brittany Pettersen for Colorado’s 7th Congressional District seat in the Nov. 5 election. Matveyuk is running in a historically blue district, but believes his personal story and focus on economic issues will resonate with voters. He has raised significantly less campaign funds than Pettersen, who is seeking relection after winning by a large margin in 2022. The district includes left-leaning areas such as Jefferson and Broomfield counties, and Matveyuk faces an uphill battle in redder areas with smaller populations. Immigration is a key issue in the race, with Matveyuk advocating for deporting migrants who commit crimes and calling for immigration reform. Pettersen acknowledges the need for updating the U.S. asylum system and supports legal pathways for migrants based on economic need. She has sponsored legislation related to illicit drug financing and substance use treatment. If reelected, Pettersen’s top priorities include protecting abortion rights and addressing the opioid epidemic by modernizing the tax code and reinvesting in affordable housing, childcare, healthcare, and higher education. The race is being closely watched in a district that has been predominantly Democratic in recent years.
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Brittany Pettersen to compete against Sergei Matveyuk in 7th Congressional District race
