Lauren Boebert joins Cameo, but raises ethical concerns
- Lauren Boebert has opened a Cameo account to provide personalized messages.
- This trend is seen among former lawmakers, particularly Republicans.
- Her actions may raise questions about compliance with congressional rules on honoraria.
In a recent development, Lauren Boebert, a sitting congresswoman in the United States, created an account on the social media platform Cameo, where she offers personalized video messages to customers. These messages include birthday greetings, personal advice, and opportunities for fans to ask her questions. This move follows a trend among some former lawmakers, particularly Republicans, who have begun utilizing the platform after leaving office. Notably, former Representative George Santos and Matt Gaetz have also recently joined Cameo under similar circumstances. Boebert's participation, while popular with fans, introduces significant ethical considerations as she remains in office. Congressional rules limit the income of sitting members of Congress and prevent them from receiving honoraria, which could apply to her Cameo activities. Whether her actions infringe upon these rules is currently a matter of debate, sparking discussions on the appropriateness of lawmakers leveraging social media for profit while holding office.