Originally published on November 20, 2018 5:45 pm
Two members of Colorado's Democratic House delegation are adding some suspense to Nancy Pelosi's quest to become speaker.
This week, Congressman Ed Perlmutter signed a letter with 15 other House Democrats opposing Pelosi's bid.
"Our majority came on the backs of candidates who said that they would support new leadership because voters in hard-won districts, and across the country, want to see real change in Washington," the Democrats wrote in the letter. "We promised to change the status quo, and we intend to deliver on that promise."
Incoming congressman Jason Crow also wants new leadership.
But Pelosi can count on the other half of Colorado's delegation for support.
Newly elected Joe Neguse of Boulder says he will vote for Pelosi because the new House majority needs steady leadership.
He made his endorsement Sunday on Face the Nation.