Lauren Boebert has been embroiled in numerous controversies since taking officein 2021 as a House Representative from Colorado.

Now Boebert is making news once again, this time for an unexpected medical crisis.

Just the day before, Boebert had postedphotosof herself celebrating Easter.

Lauren Boebert closeup

When the artery presses against the vein, it reduces blood flow to the left leg.

This in turn can be life-threatening if the clot breaks free and travels to the lungs.

The procedure Boebert underwent an angioplasty with stent is a common operation done under local anesthesia.

Lauren Boebert pink dress walking down Capitol steps

The stent is placed in the narrowed vein via a tube inserted into the groin.

Patients either go home the same day or stay in the hospital overnight for observation.

“The BEST little visitor came by before surgery and he helped me get through it!”

Lauren Boebert black jacket polka dot top

(The dad isTyler Boebert, now facing felony chargesfor allegedly stealing and using credit cards.)

6pm at Deep Space Lounge in Parker!"

Naturally, Boebert’s health news was met with mixed reactions on social media.