Rep. Ken Buck's decision to leave Congress has sparked a flurry of reactions and speculations. Colorado's Democratic and Republican parties are gearing up to select candidates to replace him. Buck, known for his high scores from conservative groups like Heritage Action (91%), Club For Growth (98%), and CPAC (97%), has refuted claims that his resignation is aimed at undermining Rep. Lauren Boebert's election chances. Boebert, on her part, is navigating a challenging campaign to retain her seat, amidst accusations from her and others that Buck's departure is part of a broader plot against her. Both parties are expected to convene vacancy committees in the coming weeks to decide on their candidates for Buck's seat.
Outgoing Rep. Ken Buck insists his abrupt departure from Congress next week isn’t meant to hurt Rep. Lauren Boebert’s bid for his seat. https://t.co/XOqQT6Dg6i
Rep. Ken Buck, R-Colo., refuted assertions that his early departure from Congress was a calculated move to thwart Rep. Lauren Boebert's electoral ambitions in the 4th Congressional District. https://t.co/xvZcznXhIO
Lauren Boebert says that GOP Rep. Ken Buck's resignation is part of the “uniparty” plot to “prop up their Ukraine first candidate of choice.” 🤡https://t.co/JvB1qNScpU
'It's ridiculous': Buck reportedly rejects the idea he's resigning to hurt Boebert's election bid https://t.co/yJ73t88Vlh https://t.co/j3AMeljqmZ
Rep. Lauren Boebert is walking the narrowest of tightropes as she campaigns to remain in Congress — but operatives warn against writing her off just yet. https://t.co/x6FCebbEml
His Heritage Action lifetime scorecard is 91%. His Club For Growth lifetime score is 98%. CPAC gives him a 97%. But Ken Buck is leaving Congress because he failed to dance like a chained monkey with cymbals for a base that wants entertainment instead of wins.…
Colorado’s Democratic and Republican parties are expected to gather vacancy committees over the next several weeks to choose their respective candidates to replace Mr. Buck for the remainder of his term. https://t.co/pFhVR4Y84A