Aiexpress – Representative Lauren Boebert is encountering further obstacles in her Colorado primary as she continues to struggle with garnering support following her district switch-up.
In December, Boebert, a Colorado Republican known for her strong support of Trump, declared her intention to seek reelection in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District, rather than the 3rd District where she has served since 2021.
Despite her defense of the move, stating that it is the “right decision for those who support our conservative movement,” many believe that this is merely an attempt to improve her chances of being reelected in the 3rd District. In this district, she is facing a significant primary challenge from Republican Jeff Hurd and an even more challenging general election battle against Democrat Adam Frisch.
After a debate in Fort Lupton, Colorado’s 8th Congressional District, on January 25, Boebert emerged as the fifth most favored candidate in a straw poll. Out of 100 Republican voters, Boebert secured 12 votes, placing her behind Jerry Sonnenberg, Logan County Commissioner and former state Senator, who received the highest number of votes at 22.
Sonnenberg, a candidate for the 4th District, received endorsements from three former Colorado GOP senators on Thursday. The backing of Cory Gardner, Wayne Allard, and Hank Brown highlights a division within the Republican party.
In a statement, Gardner expressed his confidence in Sonnenberg, describing him as a fervent and committed advocate for our country and our conservative principles.
The congresswoman finds herself in need of strengthening her support in the new district before the June primary. Sonnenberg emphasized that the endorsements showcased his deep connections within the district.
According to Sonnenberg, all of them have a deep understanding of the fourth district and are aware of the type of principled leadership that our community requires in Congress.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, has expressed his support for Boebert, describing her as a “relentless force for conservative governance.”
I have emailed Boebert’s office at Newsweek’s request for comment.
After facing criticism from voters, the congresswoman has received these endorsements.
According to a recent report by the Wall Street Journal, the congresswoman faced harsh criticism from potential GOP voters.
During an incident last year, Boebert was removed from a Denver theater by security for allegedly causing a disturbance. The incident gained attention when video footage surfaced, showing her engaging in disruptive behavior. Additional accusations arose, suggesting that she was vaping and engaging in inappropriate conduct with her date. Although Boebert initially denied any wrongdoing, she later apologized for her actions, attributing them to the stress she was experiencing due to her recent divorce.
Tammi Flemming, a Republican voter, shared her thoughts with the Journal, expressing that on Facebook, Republicans are not responding positively to the candidate. According to Flemming, the reasons behind this negative reception are the candidate’s involvement in shenanigans, drama, and frequent district changes.
One person, Mark Peters, who was interviewed by the newspaper, expressed positive sentiments about Boebert.
“I absolutely love Lauren Boebert. She has consistently shown her bravery in standing up to Democrats on every single issue,” Peters expressed.
