What's happened
Rep. Lauren Boebert is moving to a different district in Colorado to seek reelection in 2024.
Why it matters
This move is significant as it reflects the shifting political landscape and the challenges faced by incumbents in upcoming elections.
What the papers say
The Independent reports on Boebert's decision to move to a different district to seek reelection, while the New York Times provides additional context on the primary challenger and the reasons behind Rep. Ken Buck's decision not to seek reelection.
How we got here
Rep. Lauren Boebert's decision to run for reelection in a different district comes after facing challenges in her current district and a strong primary challenger.
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Lauren Boebert is an American politician, businesswoman, and gun-rights activist from the state of Colorado. She became the Republican nominee for Colorado's 3rd congressional district in the 2020 elections, defeating incumbent congressman Scott Tipton.
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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.