Greg Lopez Nominated by Colorado GOP for Special Election, Boebert Sees Political Break
The nomination of former mayor Greg Lopez for Ken Buck's vacant seat is a strategic move that benefits Rep. Lauren Boebert in her bid for a safer district.
- Colorado Republicans nominate former Parker Mayor Greg Lopez as the GOP candidate for the special election to fill Ken Buck's vacant US House seat.
- Lopez's nomination is seen as a political boon for Rep. Lauren Boebert, allowing her to compete on an even playing field in the primary for the November general election.
- Democrats to nominate their candidate for the special election, facing an uphill battle in the GOP-leaning 4th Congressional District.
- Controversies and criticisms surround both Boebert and Lopez, with Boebert facing backlash for her conduct and Lopez for his past legal issues.
- The special election and primary on June 25 will be closely watched, with implications for House Republicans' slim majority.