All articles tagged with #chris christie
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Hill
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie criticizes President Trump for allegedly politicizing the justice system, accusing him of wanting to act as a prosecutor in various districts and undermining established legal processes, amid ongoing investigations and personnel changes within the Justice Department.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
President Donald Trump threatened to investigate and revoke ABC News' license after an interview where Chris Christie criticized him, also attacking NBC and ABC for biased coverage and calling for FCC license revocations amid ongoing media bias investigations, amid a backdrop of political tensions and past scandals like Bridgegate.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NJ.com
MSNBC host Joe Scarborough criticized President Trump for his recent threats against former advisers like John Bolton and Chris Christie, warning that such actions could lead to a damaging political cycle if Democrats regain power. Scarborough urged an end to the 'madness' amid Trump's escalating confrontations and investigations targeting critics.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
President Trump threatened to investigate former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie over the 2013 Bridgegate scandal, criticizing him on social media after Christie discussed Trump's handling of criminal investigations and recent FBI searches of former officials. The feud highlights ongoing political tensions and allegations of misuse of the Justice Department for personal or political reasons.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Deadline
Donald Trump threatened to investigate Chris Christie after Christie criticized him on ABC's 'This Week,' amid ongoing political and legal tensions involving Trump, including criticism of Ghislaine Maxwell and the FBI raid on John Bolton's home. Christie defended Trump against Maxwell's claims and commented on the FBI investigation, highlighting political retribution and legal issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
No Labels, a centrist group, faced setbacks as it tried to launch a bipartisan, third-party 2024 presidential ticket, with the recent death of former Sen. Joe Lieberman, a key advocate for the group, and the refusal of high-profile politicians like Chris Christie and Nikki Haley to join the ticket. The group continues its mission to obtain ballot access across the country, but faces challenges in finding candidates that meet their high threshold for nomination.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has declined an offer to run for president on a "No Labels" ticket, expressing concerns about potentially aiding Donald Trump's return to the presidency. The No Labels group has been exploring the possibility of fielding a third-party ticket challenging both Trump and President Biden in the 2024 election. Christie, who ended his 2024 GOP nomination campaign in January, had considered the option but ultimately decided against it. No Labels has formed a committee to vet potential candidates for a bipartisan presidential ticket, but so far, no candidates have moved forward with a campaign.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie denounced the conspiracy theories surrounding Taylor Swift as "outrageous" and attributed them to the influence of Donald Trump. Christie also criticized Trump's recent comments about NATO, calling him "unfit to be president of the United States" and accusing him of inappropriate behavior consistent with his affinity for dictators.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Former Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie warns of a "huge personnel problem" in a potential second term for Donald Trump, describing it as a "vendetta presidency" with a focus on retribution. Christie predicts that capable individuals will be sidelined in favor of loyalists, leading to "mayhem" and a chaotic administration. He also criticizes Trump's track record with former Cabinet members and senior aides, expressing concern about the potential consequences of a second Trump presidency.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley dismisses the need for Chris Christie's endorsement, stating that she doesn't require it as the race narrows down to three candidates. Christie, who recently dropped out of the race, was caught on a hot mic saying that Haley would "get smoked" by Donald Trump. Despite this, Haley commended Christie on his campaign and emphasized the choice between "the chaos and drama of the past or a new generation of conservative leadership."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
Former Chris Christie supporters in New Hampshire are considering shifting their votes to former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley following Christie's exit from the Republican presidential race. Many Christie backers see Haley as their next choice, with 65% of Christie voters having Haley as their second choice according to a University of New Hampshire poll. While some are fully committed to supporting Haley, others are still undecided, expressing concerns about her ability to stand up to Trump's Republican party and seeking a true moderate candidate who can bring the country together.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley faces an uphill battle against former President Donald Trump in New Hampshire's primary, despite receiving support from former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's withdrawal. Polling data shows Trump leading with 43.5% support, followed by Haley at 29.3%, and Christie at 11.3%. Haley's team aims to consolidate Christie's anti-Trump base, but faces criticism and skepticism from both Christie and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. The primary's outcome could impact Haley's viability in subsequent contests, but she still trails Trump significantly in her home state of South Carolina.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
This week saw Barbie lose the Golden Globe for best comedy or musical, Chris Christie dropping out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination, a plane losing a door, a lunar lander losing fuel, and Tiger Woods parting ways with Nike. A challenging news quiz awaits those who want to test their knowledge of the week's events.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's 2024 presidential campaign came to a cranky end as he lashed out at critics, including New Hampshire's Republican governor Chris Sununu, and made disparaging remarks about fellow candidate Nikki Haley. Once known for his combative style, Christie's attempt to present a more repentant and statesmanlike image failed to gain traction, leading to his withdrawal from the race. Despite some supporters seeing him as a refreshing voice of reason, Christie's unpopularity and inability to gain significant support ultimately led to his exit from the presidential race.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's emotional exit from the 2024 Republican race has left his supporters in New Hampshire scrambling for a new candidate to back in the upcoming primary. Many of his loyal supporters expressed mixed emotions and uncertainty about who to support next, with former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley expected to benefit the most from Christie's departure. While some are considering Haley as their second choice, others are hesitant and feel that any candidate vying for their support will need to earn it by aligning with their core values.