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Chappelle Calls Out Boebert for Misusing Their Photo

4/18/2026

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Dave Chappelle, comedian, criticized Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) for politicizing a photo they took together, alleging she weaponized it to promote anti-transgender rhetoric.
In an NPR interview, Chappelle said the Republican Party has used his jokes for political gain, adding, "That’s not what I was doing."
Boebert downplayed the issue, telling Chappelle to be tougher and saying her post merely stated facts, reflecting ongoing tensions with the LGBTQ+ community.

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Dave Chappelle, comedian, criticized Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) for politicizing a photo they took together, alleging she weaponized it to promote anti-transgender rhetoric.
In an NPR interview, Chappelle said the Republican Party has used his jokes for political gain, adding, "That’s not what I was doing."
Boebert downplayed the issue, telling Chappelle to be tougher and saying her post merely stated facts, reflecting ongoing tensions with the LGBTQ+ community.