Police announced Wednesday that U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert has been cleared of domestic violence charges by her ex-husband during an argument at a Colorado restaurant.
Jason Boebert accused the deputy of punching him in the face, but later recanted, according to a statement from the Silt Police Department.
Police said there was no surveillance video recording at the restaurant at the time, and no witnesses came forward to describe what happened.
“Due to a lack of evidence, the domestic violence allegations against Rep. Lauren Boebert are unsubstantiated and the investigation against Rep. Lauren Boebert has been closed,” police said in a statement.
Jason Boebert was arrested Tuesday on charges of third-degree criminal trespass, obstruction and disorderly conduct in connection with the restaurant incident, Kite said, and other charges are being pursued by county authorities.
He was released the same day, according to jail records.
Jason Boebert did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
It's unclear what happened at Miner's Claim Restaurant, but Boebert's campaign released a statement Sunday saying that Boebert “did not punch Jason in the face and no one was arrested.” I intend to consult with my attorney regarding the false allegations he has made against me and consider all legal options. ”
Jason Boebert did not respond to earlier requests for comment from The Associated Press, but previously told The Denver Post that he called police Sunday morning and said he did not want to press charges.
“I hope nothing happens,” Jason Boebert said.
“She and I were going through some difficult conversations.”
Boebert, a Republican who served two terms in the U.S. House representing western Colorado, announced on Dec. 27 that she would redistrict this year and run for the seat representing the eastern part of the state.
The seat is vacant due to the retirement of Republican U.S. Representative Ken Buck.
In her current district, Boebert would likely have faced a Democratic challenger who nearly defeated her in the 2022 general election and who rated her far higher.
In September, Boebert and a guest complained that guests were causing a disturbance by vaping, singing and using phones at a musical performance of “Beetlejuice” in Denver. , and was kicked out of the venue. She later apologized.
In her relatively short time in Washington, Boebert has built a national profile and aligned herself with the far right wing of the Republican Party.
Her aggressive style has grabbed headlines, most famously when she heckled President Joe Biden during the 2022 State of the Union address.
