😬 Boebert’s latest shenanigans

😬 Boebert Being Beobert

Colorado MAGA champion Rep. Lauren Boebert is at the center of controversy yet again, this time over comments she made about Democratic Texas Rep. Al Green — who is Black — calling his walking cane a “pimp cane.” Despite criticism and calls for censure, Boebert doubled down, posting on social media: “I STAND BY WHAT I SAID!” [Denver Post 🔒]

• Mind you: Boebert — who infamously heckled former President Biden during his 2022 State of the Union — was admonishing the congressman for interrupting an address by President Trump. [Westword]

🚨 ICE Looks For More Detention Space

Amid a nationwide expansion of detention capacity, ICE is reportedly seeking space in Colorado or Wyoming that would be able to hold nearly 1,000 additional detainees. The ICE detention center in Aurora can hold 1,532 people. [Denver Post 🔒]

♻️ Mayor Suggests Relaxing Denver’s ‘Green Buildings’ Rules

Following months of pushback from local landlords, Mayor Mike Johnston is suggesting the city soften the deadlines and penalties facing building owners who are expected to meet Denver’s ambitious new climate standards, emphasizing that the city is committed to being both “pro-climate and pro-business.” [Denverite]

🌳 La Alma-Lincoln Park is Getting a Revamp

Seven months after the city closed the beloved local park to the public due to crime and safety concerns, city council this week approved an estimated $16 million plan to renovate the space. [Denver7]