DENVER — House Republicans on Thursday chose Assistant Minority Leader Rose Pugliese of Colorado Springs as the caucus' next minority leader.
She will immediately assume the post.
Pugliese was chosen via a secret ballot, winning 11 out of 19 votes on the second round.
Rep. Don Wilson of Monument made the nomination for Pugliese, with Rep. Rick Taggart of Grand Junction providing the second.
In her comments to the caucus, Pugliese pledged to work for all of the members.
You can read more about Pugliese's selection from our media partners at Colorado Politics.
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