Lauren Boebert Faces Challenge from More Conventional Republicans Amid Growing Discontent Within Party

Primary challenger Jeff Hurd gains endorsement from Republican Party stalwarts amid concerns that Boebert's scandal and right-wing stance make her vulnerable for a potential defeat in what once was a safely Republican district.

• Lauren Boebert, a provocative right-wing politician, is facing a challenge from more moderate Republican Jeff Hurd for the party's nomination.
• Several Republican party officials, disconcerted by Boebert's scandals and political stance, have endorsed Hurd. These include former Governor Bill Owens, former Senator Hank Brown, and Pete Coors, a prominent brewery scion.
• Despite the solid Republican lean of her district, Boebert only won re-election in 2022 by 546 votes, making her a sought-after target for the Democrats in the current election cycle.
• Adam Frisch, a Democrat and potential candidate against Boebert, has raised nearly $7.8 million in donations, sparking some Republicans to fear possible defeat if Boebert is the nominee.
• In response to concerns and criticism, Boebert has made public apologies and has strived to show supporters that she's not taking their votes for granted.

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