An ongoing investigation is underway regarding an apparent altercation involving Lauren Boebert, a Republican congresswoman, and her ex-husband at a Colorado restaurant. Details remain scarce, with Silt Police Chief Mike Kite confirming an “active investigation” to CBS News but providing no further information.

While the specifics of the incident are unclear, Boebert refuted claims of physical aggression, stating, “I didn’t punch Jayson in the face, and no one was arrested.” The congresswoman and Jayson Boebert finalized their divorce earlier in the year.

Boebert released a statement indicating her consultation with legal counsel over what she termed as false accusations against her. On the other hand, Jayson Boebert expressed a lack of intent to press charges, highlighting that they were engaged in a challenging conversation.

This event is not the first time Boebert has been embroiled in controversy. In a separate incident in September, she was escorted out of a Denver theatre during a performance due to disruptive behavior. She later attributed this behavior to the strains of a “difficult divorce.”

Boebert has recently announced her candidacy for a different Colorado district in the 2024 elections, citing the alleged restaurant incident as “another reason I’m moving” in her statement on Sunday.

The incident, coupled with Boebert’s prior controversies, raises questions about the behavior of public figures and the impact of personal matters on their professional conduct.

Source: BBC NEWS