Representative Lauren Boebert 's eldest son, Tyler, was cited on July 11 and is facing a misdemeanor charge of child abuse. However, a statement from Boebert, a Colorado Republican , shared with Newsweek read in part that the event stemmed from a "miscommunication" and that Child Protective Services (CPS) had met with the family.

The congresswoman's statement also said there was no injury or physical abuse involved.

The misdemeanor charge was reported by the Colorado outlet Westword, citing records obtained from the Windsor Police Department, which the outlet said were confirmed by the Weld County District Attorney's office.

Newsweek has reached out to the Windsor Police Department and Weld County District Attorney's office via email for confirmation.

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