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Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert said she will vote 'no' on the Pentagon's $200 billion Iran-war funding request, arguing Americans can't afford more war spending and urging America First policies as she pushes back against the war effort.
The House Oversight Committee paused Hillary Clinton's closed-door deposition after Rep. Lauren Boebert leaked a photo of the session to a conservative influencer; the video-recorded deposition will be reviewed by Clinton's attorneys before release, and outside photographers are prohibited under committee rules.
Three House Republican women—Boebert, Luna, and Mace—are pressuring Rep. Tony Gonzales to address allegations of an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide, as newly released texts spark ethics scrutiny and threaten his primary bid. Speaker Mike Johnson calls the claims serious but has not moved to remove endorsements, while Gonzales denies any improper relationship.
Trump’s first veto of his second term blocked a Boebert-backed bill to finance finishing the Arkansas Valley Conduit, a decades-long project to bring safe drinking water to about 50,000 people in southeastern Colorado, leaving residents and Republicans puzzled about the veto amid a history of an unfinished pipeline dating back to JFK.
Rep. Lauren Boebert criticized President Trump for vetoing a bipartisan water infrastructure bill benefiting her district, expressing hope that the veto was not politically motivated.
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and her boyfriend faced backlash after attending a Halloween party dressed as a Mexican woman and an ICE agent, with some describing the costumes as racially charged and offensive.
Rep. Lauren Boebert criticized Denver International Airport and others for refusing to display a Homeland Security video blaming Democrats for the government shutdown, citing concerns over political neutrality and the Hatch Act, with airports citing technical and policy reasons for their refusal.
Rapper 50 Cent's photo with GOP representative Lauren Boebert at the Capitol Building has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions online. 50 Cent was at Capitol Hill advocating for Black entrepreneurs and more representation in the alcohol industry. The photo, captioned with a smirking emoji, received both criticism and praise, with some disapproving of Boebert's controversial past and others supporting 50 Cent. The rapper later addressed the backlash on social media.
Rapper 50 Cent visited Capitol Hill and posed for a photo with controversial Rep. Lauren Boebert, sparking online reactions referencing her past behavior at a theater. 50 Cent, who was advocating for Black entrepreneurship, later addressed the comments humorously on social media. He also met with various politicians from both parties during his visit.
Rapper 50 Cent and Rep. Lauren Boebert were seen posing together on Capitol Hill, sparking flirty vibes and social media exchanges. The two shared a snug embrace and smiles, with Boebert referencing 50 Cent's song "21 Questions" in a post. 50 Cent was in D.C. to discuss representation in the alcohol industry but his interaction with Boebert stood out.
During a debate, Republican lawmaker Lauren Boebert struggled to address questions about her 2023 "Beetlejuice" theater incident, where she was ejected for unruly behavior. Despite her attempts to downplay and deflect, moderator Kyle Clark pressed her on the specifics of her apology, leading to a flustered response. Boebert skipped the next debate, leaving her opponents to criticize her absence.
During a GOP debate, Lauren Boebert faced scrutiny over her controversial behavior at a Denver theater last fall. Boebert, who is switching districts to run for re-election, defended her actions and claimed they were mischaracterized. Despite her public apology, she remains a contentious figure, with recent polls showing her trailing behind Democratic candidate Ian McCorkle.
Representative Lauren Boebert was absent from a GOP primary debate for Colorado's 4th Congressional District, where her rivals criticized her for various issues, including her vote against certifying the 2020 presidential election results and her public scandals. Boebert, who switched districts seeking a "fresh start," has Trump's endorsement but faces strong competition from other Republican candidates.
Former Republican Congressman Ken Buck has given Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene the nickname "Moscow Marjorie" due to her opposition to aiding Ukraine, accusing her of getting her talking points from the Kremlin and focusing on her social media popularity. Buck, a founding member of the conservative Freedom Caucus, has also caused a stir by announcing his resignation, leading to a special election in Colorado. Meanwhile, another GOP hardliner, Lauren Boebert, has faced challenges after moving to run for Buck's seat, prompting accusations of a rigged election.
Rep. Lauren Boebert was reportedly "over-served" alcohol and clashed with event staff at a GOP gala in December, where she was seated at the same table as Donald Trump. Despite the awkward interaction, Trump endorsed Boebert last month, and she is capitalizing on his backing in her reelection campaign. Boebert has been embroiled in political and personal controversies, including disruptive behavior at a Beetlejuice performance and personal issues involving her family. She is seeking to replace a Republican in a new district and is leaning on her record as a conservative congresswoman and the endorsement from Trump to overcome negative headlines.