Boebert’s Re-Election Chances In Danger
Rep. Ken Buck, a Republican from Colorado, dropped a bombshell with his decision to exit Congress this month, throwing a wrench into the electoral path of Rep. Lauren Boebert, also a Republican from Colorado, who had been eyeing his seat.
Buck’s initial announcement, made back in November, stated his intention not to seek reelection in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District, covering the eastern region of the state. However, he expedited his retirement plans by revealing his departure toward the end of the following week, triggering a special election to complete the remainder of his term. Governor Jared Polis, a Democrat, is anticipated to set the date for this special election on June 25, coinciding with the state’s primary elections.
This unexpected development has complicated Boebert’s electoral strategy as she seeks to secure Buck’s seat. Boebert currently represents Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District, encompassing the Western Slope and significant portions of southern Colorado. Despite her initial foothold in her own district, Boebert declared her candidacy for Buck’s seat late last year, driven in part by a narrow victory against Democrat Adam Frisch in her own district’s race.
The prospect of facing Frisch again in the 3rd District, coupled with the allure of a less contentious race in the 4th District, tempted Boebert to make a bold move. However, this decision is fraught with complexities. The special election in June for Buck’s seat offers a shortcut to securing a full two-year term in Congress, but it entails significant risks and sacrifices.
By resigning from her current House seat to pursue the GOP nomination in the special election, Boebert risks jeopardizing the already fragile majority held by House Republicans. Furthermore, her resignation would trigger yet another special election, potentially tipping the balance in favor of Democrats.
Despite the pressure and strategic temptations, Boebert opted against resigning from her current position to contest the special election for Buck’s seat. In a statement released through her campaign, she reaffirmed her commitment to her constituents while expressing her determination to win the support of voters in Colorado’s 4th District.
With Buck’s seat having a strong Republican leaning, the winner of the June special election stands as the frontrunner to represent the district in the coming term. Boebert underscored the significance of this electoral battleground by announcing a live digital fundraiser on Rumble, emphasizing the high stakes of the upcoming contest.