Democrat Eileen Laubacher declares victory over Lauren Boebert in Colorado

Democrat Eileen Laubacher declared victory on Monday over Republican Representative Lauren Boebert in the race for Colorado's 4th Congressional District. UPI and CBS News both reported that Laubacher claimed victory in the election. CNN projected on Monday afternoon that Boebert would lose her seat to Laubacher, according to reports from UPI, The Denver Post, and CNN. [1][2][5][7]

Laubacher, a retired rear admiral, stated on social media that she was honored by the trust placed in her by the people of the district. She added that her campaign was never about party labels. Following the announcement, Laubacher traveled to Washington, D.C., to attend new-member orientation alongside other newly elected representatives, UPI reported. [1]

Laubacher is a retired two-star United States Navy rear admiral who previously served on the National Security Council under President Joe Biden. CBS News reported that incumbent Lauren Boebert is considering a recount in the close race. [7][8][9]