Jena Griswold, Colorado Secretary of State, declares candidacy for attorney general

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold has announced her campaign for attorney general, aiming to succeed Phil Weiser, who is running for governor. Griswold, the first Democrat elected to her current position since 1963, is emphasizing her commitment to protecting rights and freedoms, advocating for working- and middle-class Coloradans, holding corporations accountable, and safeguarding the environment. She has previously been involved in high-profile cases, such as questions over Trump’s eligibility in the 2024 election and a security breach in Colorado’s election equipment. Griswold filed a lawsuit against former Mesa County Clerk and Recorder Tina Peters over election equipment password leaks. Peters was found guilty of several charges related to the case. Griswold, originally from Ohio but raised in Estes Park, has a background in voting rights law and government relations. With experience working on Barack Obama’s campaign and being appointed as a liaison to the federal government by John Hickenlooper, Griswold aims to bring her expertise to the role of attorney general. As she enters this new phase of her political career, Griswold’s campaign will undoubtedly be closely watched by Coloradans and political observers alike.