Chris Christie Enters GOP Presidential Race as Chief Trump Antagonist

Chris Christie is a long shot to win the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, but his entry Tuesday into the race is certain to deliver a much more combative primary.

The moderate former two-term New Jersey governor, who in 2016 failed in his first nomination try, is known for his willingness to throw a political punch. Former President Donald Trump, who leads in national polls of Republicans, will be his principal target.

Christie filed his paperwork with the Federal Election Commission establishing his candidacy Tuesday afternoon and made his formal announcement Tuesday evening during a town hall at St. Anselm College, promising not to shy away from confrontation.