Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert has controversially opted for another state district ahead of next year’s elections, fearful of losing her seat should she stay where she is and amid a heated contest with a strong Democratic opponent, say political observers.
Switching Districts
The far-right Republican representative said in an announcement on Facebook that she would abandon Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District and instead campaign in the 4th Congressional District – a Republican stronghold at the other side of the Centennial State.
‘Difficult Decision’
The 37-year-old said: “I did not arrive at this decision easily. A lot of prayer, a lot of tough conversations and a lot of perspective convinced me that this is the best way I can continue to fight for Colorado, for the conservative movement and for my children’s future.”
Crowded Republican Field
Boebert, a controversial figure who has attracted criticism from even within Republican ranks over a groping scandal, is running for the seat of outgoing Representative Ken Buck, in a large field of Republican hopefuls seeking election next November 5.
‘Good for GOP’
The congresswoman, who divorced her husband earlier this year, insisted that her departure from Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District was good for the Republican party because other GOP candidates stood a better chance of winning.
‘Liberal Campaign’
Reflecting comments she has previously made, Boebert claimed liberal businesspeople and celebrities were funding a campaign to oust her from the 3rd Congressional District.
‘Dark Money’
She said in her Facebook video: “I will not allow dark money that is directed at destroying me personally to steal this seat. It’s not fair to the 3rd District and the conservatives there who have fought so hard for our victories.”
‘Go Pound Sand’
Saying her move to the 4th Congressional District would be a “fresh start” for her, Boebert said: “The Aspen donors, George Soros and Hollywood actors that are trying to buy this seat – well they can go pound sand.”
Theater Disturbance
Boebert caused outrage in September when she was told to leave a performance of the musical Beetlejuice in Denver after she was seen vaping and singing in the theater, and allegedly groping a man she was there with.
Performance Ejection
Video from security cameras showed the congresswoman and her guest being escorted from the venue, in an incident that stoked condemnation from conservative Christian groups who had supported the politician.
‘Difficult and Humbling’ Days
She later issued a statement in which she said the “past few days have been difficult and humbling, and I’m truly sorry for the unwanted attention my Sunday evening in Denver has brought to the community.”
Primary Challenge
Boebert almost lost her 3rd Congressional District seat to Democrat Adam Frisch in the previous election, in 2022, winning by a slim margin of just a few hundred votes. The pair were set to face off in next year’s primary, and Frisch has amounted a campaign warchest of some $7.7 million compared to $2.4 million in funds that Boebert has raised.
Trump Support
In a new tweet, Boebert welcomed moves in her home state to keep former president Donald Trump on the ballot for the 2024 presidential election, saying “Our voices were heard. We will NOT let the Radical Left take over!”
Trump Incided Insurrection
The Colorado Supreme Court ruled last week that Trump had incited an insurrection at the US Capitol in January 2021 that resulted in a riot in which five people died. The then-president lost the 2020 election to Joe Biden but refused to accept defeat, instead insisting the vote had been “rigged” and “stolen.” Trump had called on his supporters to gather at the seat of American democracy as Biden was being confirmed the winner.
US Supreme Court Appeal
But the Republican Party has appealed the court ruling to the US Supreme Court, and pending its decision, Trump remains on the presidential ballot in Colorado.
Maine Trump Removal
Maine has also removed Trump from the 2024 ballot, the second state to do so, after Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said the 77-year-old was not eligible because of the events that unfolded on Capitol Hill.
Trump the GOP Frontrunner
Trump remains the leading candidate to be chosen as the GOP nominee in primaries early next year. He has a dominant lead of around 50 points over the entire Republican pack, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley.
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