Boebert Loses Colorado’s 4th; Laubacher Proposes Veteran Training and Rural Jobs

Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert lost her reelection race in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District to Democrat Eileen Laubacher, the Associated Press reported November 13. The call points to a change in representation, though the U.S. House Clerk still lists Boebert as the district’s sitting member.

For workers and employers in the district, Laubacher’s campaign platform proposes expanded job training and certification for veterans, military spouses and service members leaving the military. It also calls for investment in local businesses and rural jobs. These are stated priorities, not enacted policies.

Rural services and operating costs

Laubacher’s platform calls for support for rural hospitals and emergency medical services. On operating costs, she proposes ending tariffs that she says raise prices for fuel, fertilizer and equipment. That is her argument for a policy change, rather than a change resulting from the election call.

The election process continues

Laubacher declared victory November 9, while Boebert’s campaign said it was preparing for a possible recount, Colorado Politics reported at the time. AP’s November 13 report came after those statements. An AP race call is separate from official certification.

Colorado’s 2026 election calendar lists November 13 as the first day an interested party may request a recount at its own expense. County canvasses are due November 25, a scheduled step toward the official result.