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UCCS under scrutiny for alleged race-based policies in higher education shakeup
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UCCS under scrutiny for alleged race-based policies in higher education shakeup

By Rocky Mountain Voice Staff The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is among more than 50 universities facing federal investigations as part of President Donald Trump’s initiative to restore merit-based education and dismantle discriminatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. The U.S. Department of Education announced the investigations on Friday, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring that federal funding is not used to support race-based preferences in admissions, scholarships, or other aspects of student life. This move comes after a memo last month warning institutions that such policies violate federal civil rights laws and could result in a loss of federal funding. The investigation into UCCS stems from allegations that the university engaged in ra...
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Who gets to know? Lawmakers, media and watchdogs wrangle over public records access
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Who gets to know? Lawmakers, media and watchdogs wrangle over public records access

By RMV Staff | Rocky Mountain Voice Last year Democrat lawmakers created a loophole to dodge public scrutiny—and Governor Polis made it law. Now it’s easier for lawmakers to evade state open meetings law, through written and electronic communication. Republicans Sen. Byron Pelton and Rep. Lori Garcia Sander introduced House Bill 25-1242 to repeal and close that loophole. But the bill was killed in committee along party lines, reinforcing a trend toward less transparency at the state capitol. In response, a coalition of government watchdogs and media groups from across the political spectrum is pushing a ballot measure to strengthen public access to records and keep legislative meetings open. Transparency advocates, including the Independence Institute, League of Women Voters an...
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CO AG Weiser on DOJ’s review of Tina Peters’ case: “Grotesque attempt to weaponize the rule of law” 
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CO AG Weiser on DOJ’s review of Tina Peters’ case: “Grotesque attempt to weaponize the rule of law” 

By RMV Staff | Rocky Mountain Voice The DOJ is now reviewing whether federal agencies engaged in politically motivated lawfare in the high-profile case of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters. In response to the DOJ’s filing, Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser urged the Denver federal court to reject its interference. The DOJ’s recent move to review Peters’ prosecution for "political bias" is a rare and unprecedented step, leading many to question whether this is a genuine concern for justice or simply an attempt to suppress dissent. Peters was sentenced to nine years behind bars for actions related to the forensic imaging of Mesa County's election management system in 2021.  The mainstream narrative has painted her as a criminal, but the DOJ’s sudden interest in reviewing h...
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House Democrats push “most outrageous” SB25-003 forward after 12-hour hearing
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House Democrats push “most outrageous” SB25-003 forward after 12-hour hearing

By RMV Staff | Rocky Mountain Voice The sheriff in town may be tasked with the administrative burden of weighing in on your future firearm purchase, if Democrat lawmakers have their say. Although sheriffs from El Paso, Lake, Mesa and Weld counties testified that Senate Bill 25-003 is both unconstitutional and difficult to enforce, the House Judiciary Committee advanced the legislation after twelve hours of testimony. The bill started as a full ban on manufacturing and selling semiautomatic guns but has since been watered down.  The latest version still imposes severe restrictions, requiring would-be buyers to navigate an onerous and bureaucratic process, including an additional background check, training requirements and even sheriff approval. House Republicans took to Twi...
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Ruehmann: NGOs and PACs took Colorado—here’s how we take it back
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Ruehmann: NGOs and PACs took Colorado—here’s how we take it back

By James Ruehmann | Guest Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice In the early 2000s, Colorado was a bastion of conservative governance, with a Republican majority steering state politics. But by 2012, Democrats had orchestrated a dramatic resurgence.  Since then, Republicans failed to begin chipping away at their supermajority, until the 2024 elections. This left many conservatives wondering: “What happened?”  The answer lies in a calculated strategy that leveraged non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and political action committees (PACs) to systematically dismantle the conservative majority.  Radical far-left organizations like ProgressNow and Fair Share Action became the vanguard of this transformation, utilizing aggressive grassroots mobilization, strategic fundin...
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GOP Chair Race: Brita Horn Responds, Others Remain Silent
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GOP Chair Race: Brita Horn Responds, Others Remain Silent

By Rocky Mountain Voice Staff With less than three weeks until the March 29th election for Colorado GOP Chair, Rocky Mountain Voice reached out to all declared candidates with key questions about their vision, fundraising strategy, approach to unaffiliated voters, and stance on Proposition 108. So far, Brita Horn is the only candidate to respond. Darcy Schoening, Lori Saine and Kevin McCarney have yet to reply, and we will be reaching out to Richard Holtorf and Jeremy Goodall this week for their positions. Brita Horn's Answers: Why are you running for Chair? My heart is on fire for Colorado, not to sow discord or pit different factions against each other— I’m here to bring us together with a clear, strategic, and winning plan. Our party has lost its purpose with division ...
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RMV founder Heidi Ganahl announces opening of regional Town Center newsroom and community hub
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RMV founder Heidi Ganahl announces opening of regional Town Center newsroom and community hub

By Rocky Mountain Voice The grand opening of Rocky Mountain Voice's first regional Town Center newsroom and community hub will take place Wednesday, March 12, Founder Heidi Ganahl announced this week. "Rocky Mountain Voice was built to inspire a citizen-driven community and collaboration — online and on the ground," Ganahl said. "We're excited to open our first Town Center in Fort Morgan." The Northeast Colorado Town Center is located at 528 State St. in Fort Morgan, which locals will recall formerly as the historic State Armory, created by an act of Colorado's General Assembly in 1921, and presently as the "eLc" Community Complex. It is positioned to served Adams and Weld counties to the west and Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington and Yuma counties to the east. The ...
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Unleashed: The Wild West Comeback—How We Take Back Colorado
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Unleashed: The Wild West Comeback—How We Take Back Colorado

By Rocky Mountain Voice Staff Heidi Ganahl is back, and she’s on fire. In the latest episode of Unleashed, she dives into the urgent fight to restore freedom in Colorado—breaking down how grassroots activism, coalition-building, and an unapologetic commitment to conservative values will shape the future of our state. One of the biggest takeaways? The battle for Colorado isn’t just about the Republican Party—it’s about a liberty movement that puts principles before party politics. Heidi lays out how conservatives, libertarians, and independent-minded Coloradans can work together to push back against radical policies while bypassing the establishment's dysfunction. Frustrated by mainstream media spin, Heidi created Rocky Mountain Voice as Colorado’s home for independent conservative...
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A full list of President Trump’s executive orders so far
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A full list of President Trump’s executive orders so far

By Rocky Mountain Voice Staff Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping array of executive orders, setting the tone for his administration's priorities and charting a course for significant policy shifts. Here's a breakdown of the key actions organized into their respective areas: Appointments and Personnel President Trump wasted no time assembling his leadership team, announcing cabinet, sub-cabinet, and acting cabinet-level appointments, along with designating chairmen and acting chairmen for critical roles. Additionally, nominations for key positions were transmitted to the Senate, ensuring rapid action on his agenda. President Trump Announces Cabinet and Cabinet-Level Appointments President Trump Announces Sub-Cabinet Appointments Pr...
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Complaint alleges Secretary of State Griswold has violated her own department’s campaign finance rules
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Complaint alleges Secretary of State Griswold has violated her own department’s campaign finance rules

By Rocky Mountain Voice Jena Griswold just can't seem to catch a break. After the Republican Party tattled on the secretary of state, detailing disclosure of election system passwords for months on her own website and up to within days of the general election, and after the Colorado Libertarian Party sued her for the disclosure, she has had a rough go at potentially attempting to earn her party's nomination for governor by first announcing her candidacy as a Democrat. The latest in a winter of missteps for the secretary of state is a campaign finance complaint claiming Griswold has violated her own department's rules for campaign announcements. The complaint, detailed in a Colorado Politics report, was filed Jan. 14 by The Public Trust Institute, represented by Suzanne Taheri o...
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