John Hickenlooper.
American politician, businessman and the 42nd Governor of Colorado (born 1952)
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What's happening
Active this week
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In Colorado, incumbent John Hickenlooper is facing challenges to his moderate standard-bearer status from state senator Julie Gonzales, amid political discontent and the influence of Donald Trump.Well supported19 reports1 development inside
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Former leaders in Colorado are guiding the development of new state policies.Some support1 report
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War escalation drives up diesel prices for Colorado farmers.Some support3 reports
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Senators John Hickenlooper, Jeff Hurd, and Michael Bennet advocate for energy infrastructure modernization.Some support1 report
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In the general election, John Hickenlooper is campaigning against Mark Baisley, having successfully navigated the primary by defeating Julie Gonzales, who supported Medicare for All.Well supported9 reports
Earlier this month
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Manny Rutinel is predicted to win an election in Colorado, while John Hickenlooper is characterized as representing old guard politics.Some support1 report
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John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet co-introduced the Stop Orphaned Wells Act.Some support1 report
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Hickenlooper and Baisley are running for senator in Colorado, with their respective policies affecting University of Northern Colorado students.Some support2 reports
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August Pfluger serves as Chairman of the Board of Visitors for the United States Air Force Academy, while John Hickenlooper is also involved.Some support3 reports
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Marsha Blackburn and John Hickenlooper co-sponsored and signed the American Music Tourism Act, promoting music tourism from Memphis to Colorado.Well supported3 reports
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Companion legislation mirrors main bill as the Romance Scam Prevention Act targets fraud and informs potential FTC regulatory action.Well supported5 reports
One to three months ago
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President Trump is threatening continued military action regarding the U.S.-Iran conflict.Well supported80 reports7 developments inside
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John Hickenlooper advocates for aid following ELK and Lee wildfires that impacted the Rio Blanco County area.Some support1 report1 development inside
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John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet voted with the Senate majority to delay the ban.Some support1 report
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John Hickenlooper secured $32.7 million in federal funding for a project involving the Colorado School of Mines.Some support1 report
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Introduces resolution to end military hostilities against Iran, targeting the termination of U.S. military action.Some support2 reports
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John Hickenlooper used the Senate floor to call for an investigation.Some support2 reports
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Calls for investigation into operational failures following a wildfire incident.Some support3 reports
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A bill to codify IVF rights is being reintroduced, amid discussions about ignoring promises of free IVF for all Americans.Some support1 report
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The new event involves John Hickenlooper and Donald Trump discussing the war with Iran causing price increases, alongside a mention of a slush fund for Tina Peters.Some support1 report1 development inside
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ICE arrests are reported in Colorado and Houston, prompting political action from local officials like John Hickenlooper.Some support2 reports
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Roger Marshall and John Hickenlooper introduced the Patients Deserve Price Tags Act.Some support1 report
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John Hickenlooper used the Senate floor to criticize Donald Trump's priorities regarding government spending.Some support2 reports
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Multiple political contests are underway in Colorado, including primaries for Congress, Governor, and the U.S. Senate.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Jeff Hurd, Michael Bennet, and John Hickenlooper co-sponsored a bill aimed at protecting hot springs.Well supported6 reports
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John Hickenlooper filed campaign finance reports with the Federal Election Commission.Some support2 reports
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Multiple political figures, including John Hickenlooper, Julie Gonzales, and Diana DeGette, are involved in various races and challenges in Colorado.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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John Hickenlooper is challenging for the U.S. Senate seat and the 1st Congressional District in Colorado.Some support1 report
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Political listings show Charles Booker for Kentucky Senate, John Hickenlooper in Colorado, and Juliana Stratton in Illinois.Some support1 report
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Hickenlooper seeks to win the Senate seat in Colorado while the Senate votes to confirm Donald Trump's cabinet nominees.Some support1 report
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Democratic Senate primary in Colorado pits John Hickenlooper, Julie Gonzales, and Cory Gardner against each other.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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Several members of Congress, including Gabe Vasquez and John Hickenlooper, co-sponsored legislation in the House of Representatives.Some support1 report
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Hickenlooper discussed a House bill that revises federal housing programs, including HUD.Some support2 reports
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Pete Ricketts, Chris Coons, John Curtis, and John Hickenlooper co-sponsored bipartisan energy security legislation.Some support1 report
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Several candidates, including Julie Gonzales and Jamie Jeffery, are running in various elections across Colorado.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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John Hickenlooper is involved in a political contest in Colorado, representing state interests and contesting the Democratic primary nomination.Well supported9 reports
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Padilla and Hickenlooper co-authored legislation, while Lee and Heinrich disagreed on forest policy.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A leader is chairing a committee debating rule changes to the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, co-sponsoring bipartisan bills, and facing partisan divides.Some support1 report
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Discussion regarding the cost-of-living emergency in Colorado.Some support1 report
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John Hickenlooper is challenging ICE's operations by seeking to block payments to Tina Peters and questioning the agency's lawfulness and funding.Some support1 report
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What's reaching John Hickenlooper
Events traced to John Hickenlooper, step by step, newest first- Simulation of state budget tradeoffs may influence John Hickenlooper's political agendaSimulation of state budget tradeoffs may influence John Hickenlooper's political agendaPossible
- Colorado's AV citation gap may create political pressure on HickenlooperThe lack of citation mechanisms for driverless vehicles may create political pressure on John HickenlooperPossible
Around John Hickenlooper this week
News at the entities that move John Hickenlooper most-
Federal Election Commission StructuralAhmed Moor filed his 2028 campaign with the FEC and expressed opposition to Fetterman's views on Gaza.Moves John Hickenlooper
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Colorado StructuralCNN reported on the U.S. House race in Colorado, noting the influence of Donald Trump's political actions.Moves John Hickenlooper
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Donald Trump OperationalVoters in Starr County favored Donald Trump by 16 points, resulting in a Republican win for the Trump administration.Moves John Hickenlooper
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Michael Bennet OperationalPhil Weiser is running for governor of Colorado, where Michael Bennet represents the state in Washington D.C., amidst policy considerations.Moves John Hickenlooper
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Jared Polis OperationalJared Polis and Phil Weiser publicly denounced a ballot measure in Colorado.Moves John Hickenlooper
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house of representatives OperationalAbdul El-Sayed discussed war legislation in Iran as Democrats took control of the House of Representatives, with Eric Holder chairing a key committee.Moves John Hickenlooper
Connections
The 33 strongest of 48, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Julie Gonzales Operational
John Hickenlooper and Julie Gonzales were primary rivals contesting the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat in Colorado.
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Colorado Structural
John Hickenlooper serves as a political representative and advocate for the interests and policies of the state of Colorado.
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Mark Baisley Operational
A and B were political rivals who actively competed against each other for the state senate seat.
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Donald Trump Operational
John Hickenlooper actively challenges and criticizes Donald Trump's policies and political conduct.
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house of representatives Operational
John Hickenlooper serves as a co-sponsor within the House of Representatives.
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Michael Bennet Operational
The two political figures actively coordinate on legislative initiatives and share common political stances in the Senate.
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Marsha Blackburn Operational
The two individuals actively coordinate their legislative efforts by co-sponsoring specific bills.
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Tina Peters Transactional
Hickenlooper is actively seeking to block payments intended for Tina Peters.
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Federal Election Commission Structural
The Federal Election Commission mandates and tracks campaign finance reporting requirements for John Hickenlooper.
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Jim Banks Operational
The two senators actively coordinate on policy initiatives and serve together on legislative panels.
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Gonzales Operational
The two entities are engaged in a competitive primary election challenge for the Democratic nomination.
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Jared Polis Operational
The two political figures are actively coordinating on a crisis management issue related to fire efforts in the state.
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Forward Party Operational
The Forward Party candidate and John Hickenlooper are observed competing against each other for votes.
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House Operational
Hickenlooper actively sponsors and discusses legislation that is being processed by the House.
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Roger Marshall Operational
The two entities jointly introduced the Patients Deserve Price Tags Act, indicating a shared political action regarding healthcare policy.
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Jeff Hurd Operational
The two entities actively co-sponsored and co-introduced legislation aimed at protecting hot springs.
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John Curtis Operational
The two individuals are currently co-sponsoring bills related to energy security.
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Andrew Romanoff Transactional
John Hickenlooper defeated Andrew Romanoff in the 2020 primary election.
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Glenwood Springs Operational
A leverages their platform and political influence to actively support local officials in defending the interests of Glenwood Springs against corporate expansion threats.
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Alex Padilla Operational
The entities actively collaborate by co-authoring and co-sponsoring specific pieces of legislation, such as the Fix Our Forest Act.
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Colorado School of Mines Transactional
The relationship involved John Hickenlooper's influence leading to the successful securing of $32.7 million in federal funding for the Colorado School of Mines.
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Cory Gardner Transactional
The relationship culminated in a specific electoral outcome where Hickenlooper defeated Gardner in the 2020 election.
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University of Northern Colorado Shared context
Hickenlooper's policies influence the student body of the University of Northern Colorado.
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August Pfluger Operational
Pfluger and Hickenlooper have co-led charges advocating for generational investment in Service Academies.
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senate Shared context
John Hickenlooper utilizes the Senate's platform and context to conduct political activities and advocate for policy.
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Denver Shared context
John Hickenlooper's professional and political activities are situated in Denver.
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Kyle Clark Shared context
Both entities are observed within the same general political context regarding a race outcome.
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Boulder Shared context
The relationship is evidenced as a shared context where a specific incident illustrates political party challenges.
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Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Shared context
Hickenlooper has called for investigations into policies related to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management.
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ELK Shared context
John Hickenlooper advocated for aid following wildfires that affected the ELK area.
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Medicare Shared context
John Hickenlooper expressed support for a public health insurance option within the Medicare domain.
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Dallas Mentioned together
The single available snapshot discusses Dallas's development template but does not mention John Hickenlooper.
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A123 Systems Shared context
The single snapshot indicates A123 Systems used US government grants, but does not explicitly link the relationship to John Hickenlooper.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
3 events- Former leaders in Colorado are guiding the development of new state policies.
- Senators John Hickenlooper, Jeff Hurd, and Michael Bennet advocate for energy infrastructure modernization.
- Manny Rutinel is predicted to win an election in Colorado, while John Hickenlooper is characterized as representing old guard politics.
October 2026
3 events- John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet co-introduced the Stop Orphaned Wells Act.
- Hickenlooper and Baisley are running for senator in Colorado, with their respective policies affecting University of Northern Colorado students.
- Marsha Blackburn and John Hickenlooper co-sponsored and signed the American Music Tourism Act, promoting music tourism from Memphis to Colorado.
September 2026
2 eventsShow 3 earlier months
August 2026
4 events- John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet voted with the Senate majority to delay the ban.
- John Hickenlooper secured $32.7 million in federal funding for a project involving the Colorado School of Mines.
- Introduces resolution to end military hostilities against Iran, targeting the termination of U.S. military action.
- John Hickenlooper used the Senate floor to call for an investigation.
July 2026
13 events- War escalation drives up diesel prices for Colorado farmers.
- In the general election, John Hickenlooper is campaigning against Mark Baisley, having successfully navigated the primary by defeating Julie Gonzales, who supported Medicare for All.
- John Hickenlooper advocates for aid following ELK and Lee wildfires that impacted the Rio Blanco County area.
- Calls for investigation into operational failures following a wildfire incident.
- A bill to codify IVF rights is being reintroduced, amid discussions about ignoring promises of free IVF for all Americans.
- ICE arrests are reported in Colorado and Houston, prompting political action from local officials like John Hickenlooper.
- Roger Marshall and John Hickenlooper introduced the Patients Deserve Price Tags Act.
- Multiple political contests are underway in Colorado, including primaries for Congress, Governor, and the U.S. Senate.
- Jeff Hurd, Michael Bennet, and John Hickenlooper co-sponsored a bill aimed at protecting hot springs.
- John Hickenlooper filed campaign finance reports with the Federal Election Commission.
- John Hickenlooper is challenging for the U.S. Senate seat and the 1st Congressional District in Colorado.
- Political listings show Charles Booker for Kentucky Senate, John Hickenlooper in Colorado, and Juliana Stratton in Illinois.
- Hickenlooper seeks to win the Senate seat in Colorado while the Senate votes to confirm Donald Trump's cabinet nominees.
June 2026
15 events- In Colorado, incumbent John Hickenlooper is facing challenges to his moderate standard-bearer status from state senator Julie Gonzales, amid political discontent and the influence of Donald Trump.
- President Trump is threatening continued military action regarding the U.S.-Iran conflict.
- The new event involves John Hickenlooper and Donald Trump discussing the war with Iran causing price increases, alongside a mention of a slush fund for Tina Peters.
- John Hickenlooper used the Senate floor to criticize Donald Trump's priorities regarding government spending.
- Multiple political figures, including John Hickenlooper, Julie Gonzales, and Diana DeGette, are involved in various races and challenges in Colorado.
- Democratic Senate primary in Colorado pits John Hickenlooper, Julie Gonzales, and Cory Gardner against each other.
- Several members of Congress, including Gabe Vasquez and John Hickenlooper, co-sponsored legislation in the House of Representatives.
- Hickenlooper discussed a House bill that revises federal housing programs, including HUD.
- Pete Ricketts, Chris Coons, John Curtis, and John Hickenlooper co-sponsored bipartisan energy security legislation.
- Several candidates, including Julie Gonzales and Jamie Jeffery, are running in various elections across Colorado.
- John Hickenlooper is involved in a political contest in Colorado, representing state interests and contesting the Democratic primary nomination.
- Padilla and Hickenlooper co-authored legislation, while Lee and Heinrich disagreed on forest policy.
- A leader is chairing a committee debating rule changes to the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, co-sponsoring bipartisan bills, and facing partisan divides.
- Discussion regarding the cost-of-living emergency in Colorado.
- John Hickenlooper is challenging ICE's operations by seeking to block payments to Tina Peters and questioning the agency's lawfulness and funding.