Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Questions Capitol Hill Libidos Amid Resignations
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert has sparked controversy by questioning why everyone on Capitol Hill is so rife and randy, following a pair of resignations in the House of Representatives due to sexual misconduct allegations. The 39-year-old grandmother, who herself was once busted for groping a man during a musical, offered blunt advice to lawmakers on Thursday.
Boebert's Advice and Backlash Over Past Behavior
When asked by a reporter what needs to be done to prevent lawmakers from sexually harassing their staff, Boebert suggested, 'Go to church. Find Jesus.' She added, 'Why is everybody so horny here?' This statement came after former Congressmen Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales resigned this week amid mounting pressure and allegations of fornicating with their staffers.
However, Boebert's remarks prompted a flood of hilarious responses, with many pointing to her own past behavior. In 2023, surveillance footage showed Boebert being groped and groping a man during a performance of 'Beetlejuice' at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. The footage depicts Aspen bar owner Quinn Gallagher placing his hands on Boebert's chest, and she reciprocates by putting her hands between his legs. She was later kicked out of the theater for vaping during the show.
Public and Media Reactions Highlight Hypocrisy
Radio host Emma Vigeland reacted sharply, asking, 'Didn't you get caught jerking a guy off during the Beetlejuice musical?' Others on social media mocked the situation, with one user writing, 'Handjob Boebert talking about horny?' Some critics noted that Boebert made these comments while wearing a form-fitting black dress, similar to an outfit she had donned the day before, adding to the irony.
DC-based journalist Jim Lokay quipped, 'Rep. Boebert has a point. Take it to the theatre like a civilized person. Perhaps a showing of “Beetlejuice,” returning to Broadway at the National this summer.' Townhall editor Matt Vespa added, 'I do find it amusing that the woman kicked out of beetlejuice [because] she was … handsy with her date said this.'
Details of the 2023 Theater Incident and Aftermath
The surveillance footage from 2023 shows Boebert, wearing a tight, low-cut gold dress and high heels, making a considerable fuss as she and a mystery man were ordered out of the theater. An incident report noted that the two received a warning at intermission about their behavior, but five minutes into the second act, security officials received another complaint about loudness and recording.
At the time, Boebert defended her actions in a social-media post, writing, 'It's true, I did thoroughly enjoy the amazing Beetlejuice at the Buell Theatre and I plead guilty to laughing and singing too loud! Everyone should go see it if you get the chance this week and please let me know how it ends!' Boebert did not immediately respond to the Daily Mail's request for comment on the recent backlash.
This incident underscores ongoing issues of hypocrisy and sexual misconduct in political environments, with Boebert's past actions contrasting sharply with her current criticisms of Capitol Hill libidos.
