Colorado House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese of Colorado Springs announced her resignation on Sunday evening, citing what she described as a "toxic" political environment that has been degrading over the years.

She also cited the tragic events of the past week, including the shooting at Evergreen High School, the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and the 9/11 anniversary.

“The week, simply put, overwhelmed us all with emotion,” she wrote.

Pugliese said her resignation is effective on Sept. 15.

The Republican leader has represented House District 14 since January 2023.

In 2024, she was chosen as minority leader in her first term after then-Minority Leader Mike Lynch of Wellington resigned, following a drunk-driving arrest he had not disclosed to the House, including t

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