What's happened
Police are investigating an alleged physical altercation between U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert and her ex-husband Jayson Boebert at a restaurant in Colorado.
Why it matters
The investigation into the alleged altercation involving a sitting congresswoman is significant due to the potential impact on her political career and public image.
What the papers say
The Independent reports that Lauren Boebert denied punching her ex-husband and asserted that he was part of the reason she was forced to move districts. The NY Post describes an alleged physical altercation between the couple, with Boebert's aide claiming that Jayson Boebert made an aggressive move towards her. AP News and The Independent both confirm the ongoing police investigation into the incident, with Boebert's campaign releasing a statement denying the allegations. Byline Times is not relevant to this summary.
How we got here
The incident occurred at the Miner's Claim restaurant in Silt, Colorado, and has led to an ongoing police investigation. Boebert's ex-husband reportedly called the police claiming to be a victim of domestic violence, which Boebert has denied.
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