Mugshot of Tyler Boebert following his arrest for a series of carjackings and other crimes in Rifle, Colorado
Jayson Boebert broke her silence to express her “unconditional love” and support for her children following the arrest Tuesday of Tyler, 18, her eldest son with Congresswoman Lauren Boebert.
Speaking exclusively to DailyMail.com, Jayson, 42, gave a raw and honest response to the news that emerged on Wednesday morning.
He acknowledged that, at times, he may have failed as a father but said he is committed to always improving. He expressed his “unwavering” belief in all of his children and shared his faith in Tyler’s future.
He said: “I know my son is a good-hearted boy and he still has his whole life ahead of him.”
Tyler was arrested Tuesday and held overnight at the Garfield County Jail in Colorado.
He has been charged with 22 counts related to a series of vehicle thefts and property theft. His most serious charges are four felony counts of criminal possession of identification and conspiracy to commit a felony.
The pre-divorce Boeberts are pictured with three of their four children, including Tyler (center, back row).
Jayson told DailyMail.com: “I know my son is a good-hearted boy and still has his whole life ahead of him.”
Lauren, 37, welcomed her first grandchild with the birth of Tyler’s son with his girlfriend last April. She was seen Wednesday in Washington.
Other charges include three counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
On Wednesday, Jayson focused on his family, saying, “My love for my children is unconditional and I promise to support them unwaveringly through all of life’s challenges.”
“Making sure I’m there for my kids regardless of the circumstances is something I hold dear as a parent.”
For his part, Jayson said, “I look forward to continually evolving and honing my parenting skills.” I am committed to providing the best possible support and guidance to my children.
“Although sometimes I feel like I have failed, I will continue to improve.”
This is not Tyler’s first run-in with the law, although it is his most serious.
In April, a friend alleged that he had been injured because Tyler was driving “so fucking fast” that he overturned the vehicle they were both riding in.
Noble D’Amato, 19, accused the Boebert family of “covering up” the incident that saw Tyler get away with a simple reckless driving ticket that was later reduced to a “vehicle defective headlights” ticket. The teen also had to attend court-ordered driving school.
It’s been a tumultuous few months for the Boeberts.
Lauren, 37, and Jayson welcomed their first grandchild with the birth of Tyler’s son with his girlfriend last April.
The same month, the congresswoman filed for divorce, and the couple’s 16-year marriage officially ended with a final court hearing last September.
At the time, Jayson spoke of his own sense of failure, defending his ex-wife in the face of public criticism and blaming himself in a Facebook post in which he claimed he was the “root” of the divide he described as ‘devastating.’
Now, Jayson has exclusively told DailyMail.com how, in the months since the split, he has channeled his energies into being the best father possible to the couple’s four children: Tyler, Brody, 17, Kaydon, 13, and Roman, 10.
He admitted that he doesn’t always get it right.
The eldest son of Rep. Lauren Boebert and her ex-husband Jayson faces 22 charges, including criminal possession of a financial device and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
He said: ‘Being a parent in today’s challenging world can be a heavy task. With the constant bombardment of information and influences from all angles, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure about how best to guide your children.’
He pointed to the “challenges” of recent years that the country has faced, such as Covid lockdowns which led to high levels of depression in young people.
He said: “Despite our best efforts, we sometimes fall short.”
Boebert’s job as a consultant for an energy company takes him away from the family home for weeks at a time.
According to Jayson, “As a parent, balancing work, family, and personal life while striving to be a good role model for your children can be incredibly demanding.
“Plus, today’s media attention can magnify and distort even the smallest aspects of your life.”
Both Jayson and Lauren have found themselves at the center of the media storms of the past six months.
In January, Jayson was charged with two counts of assault following an altercation with his ex-wife at a restaurant in his hometown of Rifle, in which he called the police, and an incident with Tyler that spiraled out of control.
Lauren and Jayson married in 2005 and share four children (pictured). They filed for divorce in May 2023.
Meanwhile, Lauren faced public humiliation when surveillance footage emerged of her new man, Aspen bar owner Quinn Gallagher, 46, behaving in a way that got them both kicked out of a movie theater in Denver.
At one point, Lauren had her hand on Gallagher’s lap while he fondled her breasts. At other times, the couple would talk loudly and sing along to the Beetlejuice production despite repeated requests from other patrons to lower the volume.
According to Jayson, it is impossible for any family to remain immune to the maelstrom of publicity in which it often must operate.
He said: “It is disheartening to see their actions or words twisted and sensationalized, painting a false picture for the public.” These distortions not only create tension within your family but also affect your reputation and relationships outside the home.’
He admitted there is no roadmap, but said, “As a parent navigating this complex landscape, it is critical to stay true to your values, communicate openly with your loved ones, and remember that perfection is unattainable.”
For Jayson, no matter what challenges lie ahead, “what really matters in the end is striving to make honest, genuine connections with your children and keep them on the right path despite challenges and external pressures.”