Colorado House GOP Leader Mike Lynch Resigns Amid DUI Scandal

Lynch's resignation follows the revelation of his 2022 arrest on charges of DUI and gun possession, leaving a leadership vacancy in the Colorado House GOP.

Colorado House GOP Leader Mike Lynch announced his resignation amid criticism following the revelation of his 2022 arrest on DUI and gun possession charges.
Lynch's resignation comes despite surviving two no-confidence votes within his party earlier in the week.
Lynch was pulled over in September 2022 for speeding and registered a blood-alcohol level double the state's limit. He also attempted to reach for a firearm during the incident.
Lynch pleaded guilty to driving while ability impaired and gun possession while drunk, resulting in 18 months probation, monitored sobriety checks, and a deferred sentence for the weapons charge.
Lynch's resignation leaves a leadership vacancy in the Colorado House GOP, with a vote for his replacement expected to take place soon.