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Newsweek
4 days ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Lauren Boebert Defends Son Tyler After Child Abuse Allegations
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Representative Lauren Boebert's eldest son, Tyler, was cited on July 11 and is facing a misdemeanor charge of child abuse. However, a statement from Boebert, a Colorado Republican, shared with Newsweek read in part that the event stemmed from a "miscommunication" and that Child Protective Services (CPS) had met with the family. The congresswoman's statement also said there was no injury or physical abuse involved. The misdemeanor charge was reported by the Colorado outlet Westword, citing records obtained from the Windsor Police Department, which the outlet said were confirmed by the Weld County District Attorney's office. Newsweek has reached out to the Windsor Police Department and Weld County District Attorney's office via email for confirmation. Why It Matters The congresswoman's son was arrested in late February 2024 following a "string of vehicle trespass and property thefts in Rifle." He, along with three friends (the three friends were minors and Tyler Boebert was 18 at the time), were accused of stealing credit cards and other items from parked cars. Tyler plead guilty to one count of identity theft with the intent to obtain an item of value. He was sentenced to a two-year deferred sentence, in addition to 80 hours of community service and pay court costs. The other charges were dropped as part of his plea deal. He had previously faced 22 charges including four felony counts of "criminal possession ID documents - multiple victims," as well as one felony count of "conspiracy to commit a felony." What To Know Westword reported that according to a court summons, the charge Tyler is facing is criminal negligence where no death or injury occurred. Details that led to the criminal citation were not available to the public as of press time. In a statement shared with Newsweek, Boebert said, "Tyler has been doing a great job getting his life on track as a father and citizen over the past year; unfortunately, this event stems from a miscommunication on monitoring my young grandson that recently led to him getting out of our house." Tyler has one child, a son who was born in June 2023. The police report is not a matter of public record, Westword reported citing the Weld County District Attorney's office. No documents have been filed with the court beyond the July 11 summons which was provided to Westword by the Windsor police. Tyler still has a year left of his probation, following his previous legal troubles. It is currently unclear if his citation breaches his probationary term. Last year, following her son's arrest, Boebert shared a statement with Newsweek which read in part: "I love my son Tyler, who has been through some very difficult, public challenges for a young man and the subject of attention that he didn't ask for. As an adult and father, Tyler will take responsibility for his actions and should be held accountable for poor decisions just like any other citizen." Representative Lauren Boebert, a Colorado Republican, arrives to a Republican caucus meeting at the U.S. Capitol Building on September 13, 2023, in Washington, D.C. Representative Lauren Boebert, a Colorado Republican, arrives to a Republican caucus meeting at the U.S. Capitol Building on September 13, 2023, in Washington, People Are Saying Representative Lauren Boebert, a Colorado Republican, in a statement shared with Newsweek: "As the citation states, there was absolutely no injury or physical abuse involved. Our family has already met with CPS to ensure we are continuing to provide a safe environment for my boys and my grandson; I am confident this is a one-time incident that we have addressed as a family." What Happens Next? Westword reported that Tyler is due in Weld County Court on September 8.
Newsweek
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
ZIP Code Change Could Become US Law
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Two bills designed to help smaller municipalities generate more local revenue have successfully passed through the U.S. House of Representatives and may soon be signed into law by President Donald Trump. The bipartisan bills, HR 3095 and HR 672, introduced by Republican Representatives Lauren Boebert of Colorado and Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida, respectively, would assign distinct ZIP codes to 80 communities across the country. HR 3095 was passed in a 278-121 vote, with 31 representatives not voting. HR 672 was passed unanimously. Why It Matters The ZIP code system was introduced in the U.S. in 1963, and while they're most commonly known for helping with mail deliveries, codes also help with emergency response planning, economic development and insurance assessments. Boebert has said cities without unique ZIP codes "have their sales tax revenue, insurance rates, mail delivery rates, and response times for first responders negatively impacted." The congresswoman said the legislation would "address these issues and directly improve the quality of life for Coloradans and Americans living in these communities." Stock image/file photo: A woman checking her mail. Stock image/file photo: A woman checking her mail. GETTY What To Know Boebert's bill, if signed into law, would affect 66 communities without unique ZIP codes across 19 states. The communities are listed below: California Canyon Lake Hidden Hills Industry North Tustin Tehachapi Colorado Castle Pines Centennial Cherry Hills Village Frederick Greenwood Village Highlands Ranch Keystone Lone Tree Mountain Village Mt. Crested Butte Severance Silver Cliff Sterling Ranch Superior Telluride Florida Coconut Creek Deerfield Beach Lighthouse Point Oakland Park Parkland Wilton Manors Illinois Burr Ridge Indiana Carmel Noblesville Westfield Zionsville Kentucky Camargo Louisiana Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge Montz Minnesota Quartzite Township Springwater Township Nevada Grass Valley New Hampshire Swanzey New Jersey Kinnelon New York Flanders Glendale Riverside Pendleton Wheatfield North Carolina Weddington Ohio Green Oklahoma Hochatown South Carolina Goose Creek Mauldin Texas Fairview Fate Heath Josephine Murphy Northlake Parker Sargent Virginia Fairlawn Wisconsin Caledonia Franklin Glendale Greenfield Rochester Village of Harrison Village of Mount Pleasant Village of Somers HR 672 would create unique ZIP codes for the following 14 areas: California Eastvale Colorado Castle Pines Silver Cliff Connecticut Scotland Florida Hollywood Miami Lakes Ocoee Iowa Urbandale Wisconsin Franklin Greenfield Village of Caledonia Village of Mount Pleasant Village of Somers Wyoming Mills What People Are Saying Republican Representative Lauren Boebert of Colorado said in a news release: "Zip code reform is not a partisan issue; it's a unifying, fundamental need for the municipalities that have been denied their own zip code and have dealt with public safety issues, mail delivery problems for seniors and veterans, business permitting challenges, and the loss of revenue that leads to cutting public services. It's time for the Senators who represent the many communities in this bill to step up and deliver this bill to President Trump's desk." Democratic Representative Joe Courtney of Connecticut, who sponsored HR 672, said following the vote: "The people of Scotland [Connecticut] face the serious consequences of having six ZIP Codes for a town of less than 1,600 people. Delivery of Social Security notices and checks, Medicaid information, prescription medications, and absentee ballot applications are disrupted day in day out. Residents have paid their taxes to the wrong town and sent their children to the wrong school." What Happens Next Both bills are set to be reviewed by the Senate. If they pass, they will head to the White House to be signed into law.
Indianapolis Star
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Indianapolis Star
These Hamilton County cities could be getting their own ZIP codes. Here's why
Carmel, Noblesville and Westfield could get their own ZIP codes if federal legislation becomes law. Bill 3095, sponsored by Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colorado, passed the U.S. House of Representatives on July 21 and will next be sent to the U.S. Senate. The legislation has bipartisan support and would direct the U.S. Postal Service to designate unique ZIP codes for 74 communities across the country. Communities in more than 20 states will get their own ZIP codes if the bill becomes law, including the Hamilton County cities as well as Zionsville in Boone County. Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam said she supports the legislation. 'Having multiple ZIP codes in our area creates confusion for residents and homebuyers,' Finkam said in a statement to IndyStar. 'For example, people purchase homes with Carmel addresses, assuming they are within the Carmel city limits and school district, only to later learn that's not the case.' Carmel currently has six ZIP codes, while Noblesville and Westfield have three, according to the U.S. Postal Service. 'I support an effort to establish a single ZIP code that reflects our true community boundaries, protects families from this kind of confusion and fosters one identity,' Finkam told IndyStar. Westfield Mayor Scott Willis is also in support of the legislation. "We fully support this bill, as a single ZIP code offers a number of advantages for Westfield," Kayla Arnold, a spokesperson for the mayor's office said in a statement. "It enhances clarity in identifying business and residential locations, eliminates confusion caused by multiple zip codes, and simplifies addressing for both mail delivery and emergency response. One zip code improves the accuracy of data and analytics, especially with demographics and marketing, by not being fragmented." Boebert, who introduced similar legislation last year, said in a news release that cities and towns across the country have their sales tax revenues, insurance rates, mail delivery rates and response times for first responders negatively impacted by the lack of a unique ZIP code for their communities. 'It may not be an issue that draws headlines, but ZIP code reform is a topic I continue to be passionate about because it impacts the daily lives of so many small-town residents in the 4th District and beyond,' Boebert said in the news release. Last year's ZIP code reform bill from the Colorado congresswoman passed the U.S. House in December but was not voted on by the U.S. Senate. It did not include any Indiana cities and only about 30 communities altogether. This year's legislation from Boebert had more co-sponsors in the U.S. House, including 11 Democratic representatives. It's not clear when or if the U.S. Senate will take up the legislation.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Jeffrey Epstein files: Republican Lauren Boebert demands probe into ‘client list'; suggests former Attorney General Matt Gaetz to lead investigation
Representative Lauren Boebert has called for a special counsel investigation into the case and suggested that former Attorney General Matt Gaetz should lead it, as reported by the Independent. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Boebert, a Republican from Colorado, said Gaetz would be a suitable person to uncover the "truth" about Epstein's death and the alleged 'client list' of powerful individuals connected to him. Supporters of President have expressed frustration after the Justice Department and FBI stated there was no credible evidence that such a list exists. Jeffrey Epstein, a disgraced financier died by suicide in his prison cell on August 2019, while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Many conspiracy theories have claimed that Epstein had a secret list of well-known people to whom he trafficked underage girls. 'There has to be a special investigation into this if we aren't going to be provided information,' Boebert said on Tuesday during an appearance on The Benny Show. 'I want answers and maybe that takes that special counsel to do so. Maybe Matt Gaetz can lead the special counsel.' Gaetz, 43, was once President Trump's top choice for attorney general. However, his nomination was dropped after he was accused of paying for sex, including with a 17-year-old girl. Gaetz denied any wrongdoing and had later withdrawn from the nomination. A December House Ethics Committee report found "substantial evidence" that Gaetz had engaged in sexual misconduct, drug use and other rule violations while serving in Congress. The committee found that he violated "other standards of conduct prohibiting prostitution, statutory rape, illicit drug use, impermissible gifts, special favors or privileges, and obstruction of Congress.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now After the podcast, Boebert posted on social media platform X, asking Gaetz directly if he would consider her suggestion. 'We deserve the truth about the Epstein Files. I'm ready for a Special Counsel to handle this, MattGaetz, how about it?', Boebert wrote in a post on X. Gaetz, who now hosts a show on Newsmax and often supports Attorney General Pam Bondi, has not publicly responded to Boebart's post. Boebert also said she supports calling , Epstein's longtime associate, to testify. 'Of course we want answers,' she said. 'No one is satisfied with what has been received or the lack of information. No one is happy with how this has been handled.' Outrage among MAGA supporters has continued. Last week the Justice Department and FBI issued a memo that there was no client list and no additional files relating to the case would be made public. Most case files remain sealed to protect Epstein's victims and only a small portion would have been made public if the case had gone to trial. The memo also stated that investigators did not find enough evidence to charge any unindicted individuals connected to the case. Meanwhile, Trump, who had pledged to release the Epstein files during his campaign, said the case was 'boring' in remarks to reporters Tuesday. 'I don't understand why the Jeffrey Epstein case would be of interest to anybody,' Trump said. 'It's pretty boring stuff. I think really only pretty bad people, including fake news, want to keep something like that going.' Democrats tried to force a House vote to release the Epstein files, but Republicans blocked the effort.
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Rep. Lauren Boebert wants Matt Gaetz to lead special counsel investigation into Epstein files
Rep. Lauren Boebert wants failed Attorney General nominee Matt Gaetz to lead a special counsel investigation into the Epstein files. The Colorado Republican suggested the former congressman was an appropriate figure to deliver the 'truth' surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's death, including his 'client list,' which MAGA has been up and arms about after the Department of Justice and FBI said they found no credible evidence it exists. Epstein died by suicide in his prison cell on August 10, 2019, and has long been the subject of conspiracy theories that he kept a secret list of famous and powerful people to whom he trafficked underage girls for sex. MAGA is deeply unhappy over the Trump administration's handling of the case. 'There has to be a special investigation into this if we aren't going to be provided information,' Boebert said Tuesday on The Benny Show. 'I want answers and maybe that takes that special counsel to do so. Maybe Matt Gaetz can lead the special counsel.' Gaetz, 43, was President Donald Trump's first pick for attorney general but his nomination was derailed over allegations that he paid for sex, including with a 17-year-old girl. Gaetz, who denies any wrongdoing, withdrew from the nomination in mid-November after the uproar, but a bombshell House Ethics Committee report published in December detailed his alleged sexual misconduct and illicit drug use while he was in Congress. Lauren Boebert suggested that former congressman Matt Gaetz was an appropriate figure to deliver the 'truth' surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's death. (Getty Images) The committee determined there was 'substantial evidence' that Gaetz violated House rules 'and other standards of conduct prohibiting prostitution, statutory rape, illicit drug use, impermissible gifts, special favors or privileges, and obstruction of Congress.' After appearing on the podcast, Boebert asked Gaetz directly if he would consider her suggestion. 'We deserve the truth about the Epstein Files. I'm ready for a Special Counsel to handle this,' Boebert wrote in a post on X. '@MattGaetz, how about it?' Gaetz, who often backs his replacement Attorney General Pam Bondi on his Newsmax show, didn't publicly respond to Boebert's post. Boebert also told MAGA host Benny Johnson that she is 'absolutely' in favor of getting Epstein's madam, Ghislaine Maxwell, to testify. 'Of course we want answers. No one is satisfied with what has been received or lack thereof. No one is satisfied with the rollout of this,' she said. Boebert asked Gaetz if he would consider her suggestion in a post on X. ' I'm ready for a Special Counsel to handle this,' Boebert said. '@MattGaetz, how about it?' (Getty Images) MAGA outrage over the Epstein files has rumbled on for more than a week, despite the White House's attempts to put a lid on it. Last week the Justice Department and FBI issued a memo that there was no client list and no additional files relating to the case would be made public. The agencies had determined that no 'further disclosure would be appropriate or warranted,' much was sealed by a court to protect Epstein's victims, and 'only a fraction of it 'would have been aired publicly had Epstein gone to trial.' Additionally, the memo said that no further charges were expected as investigators 'did not uncover evidence that could predicate an investigation against uncharged third parties.' Trump, who pledged to release the Epstein files during his campaign, said the case was 'boring' in remarks to reporters Tuesday. 'I don't understand why the Jeffrey Epstein case would be of interest to anybody,' Trump said. 'It's pretty boring stuff. I think really only pretty bad people, including fake news, want to keep something like that going.' Democrats have also seized upon the upset and attempted to force a vote Tuesday in the House to release the files but it was blocked by Republicans.
