Greg Lopez
Former U.S. Representative (CO-04) · Independent · Colorado
Greg Lopez is a former U.S. Representative and former Mayor of Parker who left the Republican Party in 2026 to run as an independent in Colorado’s open 2026 race for governor.
Profile last updated Jul 7, 2026 · Center Field Politics
Scout's Report
A former congressman and mayor mounting an unaffiliated bid for governor, framing himself as an alternative to both major parties.
Core Strength
Prior federal and municipal experience, veteran credentials, and a cross-partisan pitch.
Core Weakness
The ballot-access and organizational hurdles of an independent run and a brief congressional tenure.
Recent Action
Left the Republican Party in 2026 to run as an independent candidate for governor of Colorado.
Key Metrics
- Reliability
- 94%
- Documented Controversies
- 0
- Funding Secured
- $25M
Roll-call or session participation — did they show up?
Official ethics findings or court records only.
Federal and municipal work during his prior offices (absolute); current campaign is an independent bid.
Where They Stand
Stances on the issues many voters care most about. Where a candidate has not given a clear answer we mark it "Mixed / Partial" or "Unclear" rather than guess. Positions are drawn from official records and bias-labeled news sources; they are descriptive only and are never scored.
Environment—Mixed / Partial45
Climate protections and regulation versus fewer climate-related regulations on industry.
Balances energy production with affordability; skeptical of sweeping mandates.
Healthcare—Opposes4
Expanding healthcare coverage for all versus expanding market-based, private insurance.
Opposes single-payer; favors market-based coverage and cost control.
Second Amendment—Opposes4
New firearm regulations versus no new firearm regulations.
A Second Amendment supporter opposing most new firearm restrictions.
Immigration—Mixed / Partial4
Pathways to citizenship versus a closed-border approach.
Backs stronger border security paired with practical workforce solutions.
Roe v. Wade—Mixed / Partial4
Protecting access to abortion versus restricting access to abortion.
Frames the issue as one for voters and the state rather than a top campaign focus.
National Security—Mixed / Partial5
Whether diplomacy or military strength should be the primary national-security priority.
As a veteran, emphasizes caution and clear objectives before military action.
Party Loyalty
Party-line alignment on major recorded votes.