Lauren Boebert Loses Re-election Bid in Colorado House Race to Eileen Laubacher

Democrat Eileen Laubacher has defeated Republican Representative Lauren Boebert in Colorado’s conservative 4th district, a result that signals Democrats made gains in traditionally Republican territory. The retired Navy rear admiral ran on a centrist platform, while Boebert’s polarising profile and political controversies featured prominently in the campaign.

Laubacher was ahead by more than 3,000 votes when the Associated Press called the race on Friday; she had declared victory earlier in the week. Democrats spent more than $7 million on advertising in the district, outspending Republicans by over 23 to 1. Boebert has not conceded, and her lawyer has suggested she may seek a recount.