Ken Buck

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House GOP Majority Set to Shrink as Rep. Ken Buck Plans Early Resignation

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GOP faces challenges as Rep. Ken Buck announces early departure from Congress, causing a stir in political circles.

Republican Representative Ken Buck has made waves in the political landscape with his announcement of an early resignation from Congress, further diminishing the House GOP majority. Buck, known for his conservative stance and vocal criticisms, is set to leave his seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, sparking speculations about the future of the Republican Party. His decision will prompt a special election to replace him as the representative for Colorado's 4th congressional district, adding to the political turmoil.

Buck's departure not only impacts the GOP majority but also signals a shift in dynamics within the party. His decision to step down early comes amidst a wave of Republican resignations, hinting at potential changes in leadership and strategy. With the upcoming special election set for June 25, the race to fill Buck's seat is expected to be intense, drawing attention from across the country.

Additionally, Buck's stance as a critic of former President Donald Trump adds a layer of complexity to his resignation. His vocal opposition within the conservative House Freedom Caucus has made him a key figure in the political arena, raising questions about the future direction of the GOP. As Buck bids farewell to Congress, his departure marks a significant turning point for the party and sets the stage for further developments in the coming months.

In the midst of Buck's early retirement, the House GOP majority will face new challenges, with Speaker Mike Johnson leading the party towards an uncertain future. Buck's exit not only narrows the Republican margin in the House but also underscores the ongoing internal dynamics within the GOP. As the political landscape continues to shift, Buck's decision to leave Congress will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the party and the upcoming elections.

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House GOP majority to shrink as Rep. Buck plans early resignation (Axios)

House GOP majority to shrink as Rep. Buck plans early resignation · What he's saying: "Today, I am announcing that I will depart Congress at the end of next week ...

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Ken Buck Teases More Republican Resignations Are Coming (Newsweek)

A special election to replace Buck as representative for Colorado's 4th congressional district will be held on June 25. Speaking to CNN after his announcement, ...

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Ken Buck leaves House, blasting 2024 as 'the worst year' to serve in ... (Colorado Springs Gazette)

FILE - Rep. Ken Buck, R-Colo., a member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, stops to speak with a reporter, Dec. 2, 2022, at the Capitol in Washington ...

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How Buck's early retirement is a problem for Boebert (The Hill)

Buck announced in November he would not be seeking reelection in Colorado's 4th Congressional District, which captures the eastern portion of the state. But he ...

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GOP to lose another representative as Ken Buck announces ... (The San Joaquin Valley Sun)

Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.) has announced his retirement from Congress next week, expediting his previously announced departure at the end of his current term.

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Rep. Ken Buck to leave Congress next week, further narrowing GOP ... (kmmo.com)

Buck frequently defied his own party, and his departure will further narrow the House Republicans majority to a margin of 218-213. Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., ...

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Who is Ken Buck? Know more about the Colorado Rep resigning ... (PINKVILLA)

Republican representative for Colorado's consistently red 4th Congressional District, Ken Buck, also an avid critic of former President Donald Trump, ...

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Ken Buck announces early departure from Congress (Longmont Observer)

Republican Congressman Ken Buck announced that he will resign from his seat in the U.S. House of Representatives effective March 22.

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REP LIEU STATEMENT ON REP KEN BUCK'S RETIREMENT ... (Congressman Ted Lieu)

WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) issued the following statement on the retirement of Congressman Ken Buck (R-CO) from ...

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Republican Rep. Ken Buck to leave Congress next week, narrowing ... (KUNC)

Republican Rep. Ken Buck has announced that he'll resign next week, narrowing his party's razor-thin House majority and scrambling the already heated GOP ...

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Lauren Boebert won't pursue special election nomination to replace ... (The Colorado Sun)

A woman in heels and a cowboy hat talks to a crowd. An American flag U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert speaks to voters in Douglas County on Feb. 23, 2024. (Olivia Sun, ...

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U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert blasts Ken Buck's resignation, says she ... (The Denver Post)

U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert will not seek the nomination for the special election in the 4th Congressional District to replace resigning Congressman Ken Buck, ...

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Five Other House Republicans Could Resign After Ken Buck (Newsweek)

Some Republicans oppose Donald Trump's presidential bid, meaning they could resign from Congress.

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U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert says she won't pursue special election for ... (9News.com KUSA)

Colorado Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert slams Ken Buck for stepping down from his U.S. House seat, will skip the special election and focus on the ...

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Republican Rep. Ken Buck to leave Congress next week, narrowing ... (KKCO-TV)

Republican Rep. Ken ...

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Boebert Opts Out of Special Election to Focus on Colorado Primary (The New York Times)

Lauren Boebert's decision will protect the House Republicans' razor-thin majority, but it could make her pursuit of the new seat more challenging.

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Rep. Ken Buck will leave office before the end of March. Here's ... (The Coloradoan)

Colorado's 4th Congressional District Republican Rep. Ken Buck announced Tuesday that he will leave Congress before the end of the month.

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How Ken Buck's Retirement Puts Lauren Boebert's House Seat In Peril (Forbes)

Boebert called Buck's early retirement a “swampy backroom deal to try to rig an election.”

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Here's how the special election to replace Ken Buck will work in ... (Colorado Newsline)

Colorado voters in the 4th Congressional District will vote in two separate elections on June 25: the congressional primary for November's general election, ...

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Rep. Ken Buck to leave office early (Colorado Public Radio)

The Republican congressman wasn't running for reelection, but now his seat will come open early.

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Lauren Boebert Issues Warning Over Ken Buck 'Stunt' (Newsweek)

Boebert won't pursue a special election nomination to replace Buck, having dubbed his resignation "a swampy backroom deal."

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Ken Buck's retirement and the war for the soul of the House (MSNBC)

House Republicans are retiring ahead of the 2024 election in droves, as the chaos of the 3 seat majority under Mike Johnson has senior members fleeing ...

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Lauren Boebert rules herself out of special election for Ken Buck's seat (The Independent)

'The establishment concocted a swampy backroom deal to try to rig an election I'm winning by 25 points,' congresswoman claims.

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