What's happened
Republican lawmakers in Colorado and Texas announce retirements and primary challenges, reflecting divisions within the party.
Why it matters
The retirements and primary challenges reflect the ongoing divisions within the Republican Party, particularly regarding election denialism and the party's direction.
What the papers say
The New York Times reports on the retirements of Ken Buck and Kay Granger, highlighting their criticism of the party's election denialism and refusal to condemn the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the Capitol. Meanwhile, Axios focuses on the retirements of Ken Buck and Kay Granger, emphasizing their opposition to right-wing Rep. Jim Jordan and their vocal criticism of their own party.
How we got here
The retirements and primary challenges come amid ongoing divisions within the Republican Party, particularly regarding election denialism and the party's direction.
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Kenneth Robert Buck is an American politician who is the U.S. Representative for Colorado's 4th congressional district. A Republican, he previously served as District Attorney for Weld County, Colorado.