Trump-backed Maga firebrand Lauren Boebert defeated in Colorado congressional race
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Summary
Democrat Eileen Laubacher defeated Republican Lauren Boebert in Colorado’s 4th congressional district by less than one percentage point. Laubacher, a retired Navy rear admiral who registered as a Democrat in 2025, campaigned on her military and national security experience.Key Facts
- Colorado’s 4th congressional district covers the state’s eastern plains and has long been a Republican stronghold.
- Laubacher served as a two-star Navy rear admiral and was deployed to Afghanistan.
- Laubacher worked on the National Security Council during the Biden administration.
- Boebert moved to the 4th district in 2024 after representing Colorado’s 3rd district.
- Boebert drew criticism for her conduct at a Denver performance of the musical “Beetlejuice” in 2023 and later apologized.
- Boebert denied allegations in an ethics complaint that she had sexual relationships with three staffers and paid one to remain silent.
- Boebert called for the release of the Epstein files, a position that drew criticism from President Donald Trump.
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