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Boebert Rejects Meeting King Charles, Slams Colleagues

4/17/2026

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Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) refused to meet King Charles III during his upcoming visit, citing her American identity and 1776.
She mistakenly called the king "King George," echoing a reporter's error.
Boebert joked on social media that "The only King George I recognize already got expelled from this place," likely referencing George Santos.
She also criticized Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Tony Gonzales over recent sexual misconduct allegations, urging redemption.

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Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) refused to meet King Charles III during his upcoming visit, citing her American identity and 1776.
She mistakenly called the king "King George," echoing a reporter's error.
Boebert joked on social media that "The only King George I recognize already got expelled from this place," likely referencing George Santos.
She also criticized Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Tony Gonzales over recent sexual misconduct allegations, urging redemption.