In a surprising turn of events, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert has filed for divorce from her husband after 18 years of marriage. The 36-year-old representative cited ‘irreconcilable differences’ as the reason for her decision to dissolve the union. A court hearing has been scheduled for May 31 in Mesa County Court, located in Grand Junction, Colorado.

The announcement of the divorce filing has captured public attention, given Boebert’s prominent role as a member of the United States Congress. Elected to represent Colorado’s 3rd congressional district, Boebert gained national recognition for her outspoken conservative views and advocacy for Second Amendment rights.

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Here’s a look at their relationship timeline:

2003: Lauren and Jayson Boebert meet aat a Burger King and begin their romantic relationship. She was 16 and he was 18.

2005: Lauren Boebert and Jayson Boebert get married, marking the beginning of their 18-year marriage. Presenting a United Front: As Lauren Boebert embarks on her political career, Jayson Boebert stands by her side, offering support and participating in her campaign endeavors.

Public Recognition: As Lauren Boebert gains national attention and recognition for her conservative views and activism, her husband, Jayson Boebert, remains relatively out of the spotlight, supporting her from behind the scenes.

May 16, 2023: Lauren Boebert files for divorce from her husband of 18 years citing ‘irreconcilable differences’.

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May 31, 2023: A court hearing is set for the divorce filing of Lauren Boebert from her husband, Jayson Boebert, in Mesa County Court in Grand Junction, Colorado. This marks a significant development in their relationship.

“I am torn by this a very sad thing,” Jayson Bobert said in a statement to The Daily Mail. “A horrible moment in my life. I love her too much to say anything bad about her. She is the mother of my children and my partner for the last 20 years. Please just let me have some peace.”

Lauren Bobert, on the other hand, said, “It is with a heavy weight on my heart that I have filed for divorce from my husband. I am grateful for our years of marriage together and for our beautiful children, all of whom deserve privacy and love as we work through this process. I’ve always been faithful in my marriage, and I believe strongly in marriage, which makes this announcement that much more difficult.”