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Lauren Boebert

Lauren Opal Boebert is an American Republican politician, businesswoman, and gun-rights activist who has served in the U.S.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Lauren Opal Boebert is an American Republican politician, businesswoman, and gun-rights activist who has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2021. She represented Colorado’s 3rd congressional district from 2021 to 2025 and Colorado’s 4th congressional district beginning in 2025. Boebert is associated with the House Freedom Caucus and has been a prominent figure in conservative politics.

Early life and career

Boebert was born in 1986 in Altamonte Springs, Florida, and later moved to Colorado. Before entering public office, she was a businesswoman and owned Shooters Grill in Rifle, Colorado.

Political career

Boebert was first elected to the U.S. House in 2020 and took office in January 2021. She represented Colorado’s 3rd congressional district until 2025, then switched to Colorado’s 4th congressional district. She won reelection in 2022 by 546 votes after a recount, and won again in 2024 in Colorado’s 4th congressional district.

Political positions and profile

Boebert is identified with conservative Republican politics, gun-rights advocacy, and the House Freedom Caucus. Media coverage has described her as a prominent figure on the right.

Controversies

Reported controversies include her ejection from a Denver theatre in 2023, criticism for comments directed at Representative Ilhan Omar, heckling during the State of the Union, and disputes over COVID-19 restrictions and her restaurant licensing.

Key facts

  • First elected to the U.S. House in 2020.
  • Represented Colorado’s 3rd district (2021–2025) and then 4th district (2025–present).
  • Won reelection in 2022 by 546 votes after a recount.
  • Won reelection in 2024 in Colorado’s 4th congressional district.
  • Associated with gun-rights activism and the House Freedom Caucus.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Lauren Boebert?
Lauren Boebert is an American Republican politician, businesswoman, and gun-rights activist who has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2021.
How old is Lauren Boebert?
She was born on December 19, 1986, which makes her 39 years old as of July 2026.
What district does Lauren Boebert represent?
She represents Colorado’s 4th congressional district as of 2025; before that, she represented Colorado’s 3rd congressional district from 2021 to 2025.
What controversies is Lauren Boebert involved in?
Reported controversies include being removed from a Denver theatre in 2023, inflammatory comments about Representative Ilhan Omar, heckling President Biden during the 2022 State of the Union, and disputes over COVID-19 restrictions and her restaurant license.
Did Lauren Boebert win reelection?
Yes. She won reelection in 2022 by 546 votes in Colorado’s 3rd district and won again in 2024 after switching to Colorado’s 4th district.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lauren_Boebert
    Supports: Birth date, district history, and reelection results.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Lauren-Boebert
    Supports: Biography, party, birth date, and 2024 reelection.
  3. U.S. House of Representatives — https://boebert.house.gov/about/biography
    Supports: Current office, term, and district representation.
  4. BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-63579561
    Supports: 2022 reelection margin and recount context.
  5. Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lauren_Boebert
    Supports: COVID-19-related restaurant licensing dispute and political profile.
  6. Archives of Women's Political Communication — https://awpc.cattcenter.iastate.edu/directory/lauren-boebert
    Supports: Early background, business ownership, and district service.
  7. GovTrack — https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/lauren_boebert/456805
    Supports: District representation and mask fine mention.
  8. Congress.gov — https://www.congress.gov/member/lauren-boebert/B000825
    Supports: Current congressional district and service record.