Controversies Swirl Around Boebert, Brooks, and Trump Over Insensitive Remarks and Actions

Colorado Congressperson Lauren Boebert offers non-apology for gross behavior in theater, blames infrared cameras
Boebert reminisces about days without surveillance catching bad acts
NYT columnist David Brooks issues mea culpa for complaining about economy while spending $50 on whiskey
General Milley reveals Trump's disgust for wounded vets "Why do you bring people like that here?"
Republican book bans turn into book burnings as censorship efforts grow

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9/13/2023

Rep. Boebert Ejected from Beetlejuice Musical for Vaping, Causing Disturbance

Republican congresswoman Lauren Boebert was kicked out of a performance of Beetlejuice the musical in Denver after allegedly causing a disturbance, vaping, and making remarks like "Do you know who I am?"

9/13/2023

Boebert Kicked Out of Theater, Drawing Criticism from Fellow Colorado Republican

Former Trump lawyer and co-defendant in Georiga, Jenna Ellis, criticizes Rep. Lauren Boebert for her disruptive behavior and calls for better behavior from Republicans in Congress.

9/14/2023

Boebert Called Out for Disruptive Behavior During Theater Show

A pregnant woman has described Rep. Lauren Boebert's disruptive behavior during a theater performance before she was kicked out, including acting outrageously, vaping, and filming, according to reports.

9/17/2023

GOP Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Ejected from Show for Vaping, Filming, and Inappropriate Touching

Republican congresswoman Lauren Boebert apologizes after being kicked out of a musical for vaping and allegedly groping her date.

9/18/2023

Boebert Ejected from Musical for Vaping; Funding Fight Looms in Congress

Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert's recent controversial behavior, including vaping at a musical and engaging in inappropriate conduct, is overshadowing her role in the negotiations over government funding.

9/19/2023

Fetterman Slams Boebert's Removal from Play for Vaping and Disruptive Behavior

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman criticizes Rep. Lauren Boebert for her inappropriate behavior at a play in Colorado, sarcastically suggesting that he should engage in similar behavior to become a folk hero.

9/19/2023

Boebert Removed from Christian Youth Summit After Vaping and Groping Date at Theater

Colorado Republican congresswoman Lauren Boebert has been removed from the advertising for the conservative Christian youth summit after being kicked out of a Denver theatre for engaging in inappropriate behavior with her date and vaping.

9/20/2023

Rep. Lauren Boebert Kicked Out of Theater for Causing Disturbance by Vaping and Singing During Performance

Colorado congresswoman, Rep. Lauren Boebert, was kicked out of a theater in Denver for alleged disruptive behavior, including vaping and singing, which was confirmed by an incident report and a video later released by 9News, although no charges were filed against her.

9/19/2023

Rep. Boebert Kicked Out of 'Beetlejuice' Show for Disruptive Behavior, Apologizes Only After Video Evidence Surfaces

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert of Colorado is facing backlash and scrutiny after being caught lying about her behavior at a performance of "Beetlejuice," highlighting the tendency of politicians to resort to lying until they are exposed by video evidence.

9/23/2023

Boebert Removed from Theater for Vaping, Calls Incident 'Distraction' from Budget Fight

Rep. Lauren Boebert denounces attacks on her character after being kicked out of a theater, calling it a distraction from government funding efforts as the government faces a potential shutdown.