Colorado Congressional District 4 candidates debate key issues

Democrat Ike McCorkle is ahead of Lauren Boebert in Colorado's 4th congressional district according to a poll he paid for. Boebert expressed concerns about the money being spent without transparency, saying it's unclear where it's going. She emphasized her track record in Congress, claiming to work effectively for Colorado. Lynch, a state representative, aims to address his frustration with Congress by focusing on immigration and fentanyl issues if elected. Most candidates, except Boebert, showed support for providing aid to Ukraine if it's done accountably. However, all candidates agreed on providing aid to Israel, considering them a top ally. Holtorf suggested conditioning aid to allies on repayment over time. The candidates generally agreed on topics like immigration, climate change causes, and confidence in Trump's re-election in 2024. When discussing a merit-based visa policy to increase work visas, Sonnenberg mentioned the need for more research to make it easier for legal immigrants to join the workforce. Some candidates, including Lynch, Flora, Sonnenberg, and Yu, downplayed the role of individuals in climate change. The district includes Douglas County and Loveland in Colorado. Boebert, who currently represents Colorado's 3rd Congressional District, has raised $3.4 million for the race, significantly more than other candidates. She decided to switch districts late last year.