Colorado Congresswoman Lauren Bobert apologized Friday night, five days after she and a man were kicked out of the Storm Theater during a performance of “Beetlejuice.”
In a statement released by her campaign team, Bobert blamed herself for not being very nice during her “public and difficult” divorce from her husband. Bobert filed for divorce from Jason Bobert in April.
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Bobert also said he didn’t remember vaping as he sat inside the theater Sunday night.
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Her statement in full:
“The past few days have been difficult and humbling, and I regret the unnecessary attention my Sunday evening in Denver brought to the community. While as a private citizen none of my actions or words that night were intended to harm. Or to cause harm, the truth is, they did, and I regret it.
There are no perfect blueprints for navigating a public and difficult divorce, and the past few months have created a challenging personal time for me and my entire family. I tried to handle it with as much strength and grace as I could, but I lost my values on Sunday. That is unacceptable and I am sorry.
Whether it was the excitement of seeing the highly-anticipated production or the natural anxiety of being in a new environment, I couldn’t help but think of vaping that evening as I discussed the night’s events with my campaign team and confirmed my passion for the concert. Regardless of my belief, it is now clear that it is not accurate; It is not my or my campaign’s intention to mislead, but we understand how it feels. We know we have to work to earn back your trust, it may not happen overnight, but we will.
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to those in the 3rd District who have protected me and helped me this week, and who have offered me kindness and support when I needed it most. I’ve learned some humbling lessons these past few days, but I promise moving forward, I’ll make you guys proud.”
Bobert and a male companion attended a Broadway performance at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts that night. Bobert later posted on social media that he was “guilty” of laughing and singing too loudly.
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It’s true, I thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful Beetlejuice at the Buell Theater and plead guilty to laughing out loud! 🤭
Everyone should check it out if you get a chance this week and let me know how it goes! 😅https://t.co/8JHypcCKsP
— Lauren Boebert (@laurenboebert) September 12, 2023
The DCPA issued its own statement:
“The Denver Center for the Performing Arts and Denver Arts and Venues are committed to creating a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all who attend any production. Housekeeping staff at the Buell reserve the right to refuse entry or remove any patrons. Adherence to guest policies. We were informed that two patrons did not adhere to the policies. , which ultimately drove them from the theater. We do not release patron information for privacy purposes.”
The city of Denver also released surveillance footage showing the legislator being escorted out of the chamber.
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Boebert, 36, was was electedd to the US House of Representatives in 2020. He is serving a second term.
