ZILT, CO — An investigation is underway into an apparent altercation between U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert and her ex-husband Jayson Boebert at a restaurant, police in Silt, Colorado confirmed Sunday.
It's unclear what happened Saturday, but Boebert's campaign released a statement Sunday saying she “did not hit Jayson in the face and no one was arrested.” I will consult with my attorney regarding the false claims he has made against me and evaluate all of my legal options.”
Police Chief Mike Kite confirmed the investigation but declined to release details, including who called police.
Officers planned to talk to witnesses and ask restaurant owners about videos that may have captured what happened, Kite said. The Miner's Claim restaurant is closed on Sundays and no one answered the phone there.
Jayson Boebert did not immediately respond to a request for comment sent via Facebook.
“This is a sad situation for everyone and yet another reason why I am moving,” Lauren Boebert said in the statement.
Boebert, a Republican who has served two terms in the U.S. House and represents the western side of the state, announced on December 27 that she would switch congressional districts this year to run for a seat representing the eastern side of Colorado . The seat is open now that Republican U.S. Rep. Ken Buck is retiring.
In her current district, Boebert likely would have faced a Democratic challenger who nearly defeated her in the 2022 general election and far outpolled her.
In September, Boebert and a guest were kicked out of a musical performance of “Beetlejuice” in Denver after guests complained they were vaping, singing, using phones and causing a nuisance. 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 assertive style has made headlines, especially when she heckled President Joe Biden during his 2022 State of the Union address.