The Christie Watch

The Tea Party Is Falling Fast in Its Battle with the GOP Establishment

The Tea Party Is Falling Fast in Its Battle with the GOP Establishment The Tea Party Is Falling Fast in Its Battle with the GOP Establishment

In 2014, Democrats can’t rely on many kooky right-wingers handing them Senate races on platters.

May 13, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

What’s Behind Rand Paul’s Israel Feint?

What’s Behind Rand Paul’s Israel Feint? What’s Behind Rand Paul’s Israel Feint?

The noted liberatarian-isolationist is making a bid for support from the Israel lobby, but it’s not going well.

May 8, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

First Witness Called in Bridgegate Hearings

First Witness Called in Bridgegate Hearings First Witness Called in Bridgegate Hearings

A former aide says Christie's deputy chief of staff was "instrumental," but for whom?

May 7, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

Chris Christie’s Bridge Scandal Goes Beyond the George Washington

Chris Christie’s Bridge Scandal Goes Beyond the George Washington Chris Christie’s Bridge Scandal Goes Beyond the George Washington

Will the Pulaski Skyway bring down New Jersey’s governor?

May 5, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

Rand Paul Courts Establishment Money, but the GOP Establishment Bites Back

Rand Paul Courts Establishment Money, but the GOP Establishment Bites Back Rand Paul Courts Establishment Money, but the GOP Establishment Bites Back

Paul backers were ousted in an Iowa GOP state party coup.

May 1, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

A New Book Says Chris Christie Misused His Power as US Attorney

A New Book Says Chris Christie Misused His Power as US Attorney A New Book Says Chris Christie Misused His Power as US Attorney

Anti-corruption arrests were staged to help his 2009 election, says author Louis Manzo.

Apr 30, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

A New Poll Highlights the Splintered State of the Republican Party

A New Poll Highlights the Splintered State of the Republican Party A New Poll Highlights the Splintered State of the Republican Party

Hillary Clinton lapped all the GOP candidates. For Christie, the news is that he might still recover.

Apr 29, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

Chris Christie Lauds Scott Walker’s Union Bashing

Chris Christie Lauds Scott Walker’s Union Bashing Chris Christie Lauds Scott Walker’s Union Bashing

The New Jersey governor backs Wisconsin’s governor, a potential 2016 rival, in his capacity as chairman of the Republican Governors Association.

Apr 25, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

Christie Hones His 2016 Stump Speech at a Chamber of Commerce Event

Christie Hones His 2016 Stump Speech at a Chamber of Commerce Event Christie Hones His 2016 Stump Speech at a Chamber of Commerce Event

But the scandals seem inexorable.

Apr 23, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

Christie Is Using Romney Ties to Kickstart His 2016 Bid

Christie Is Using Romney Ties to Kickstart His 2016 Bid Christie Is Using Romney Ties to Kickstart His 2016 Bid

If the New Jersey governor falters, Jeb Bush is waiting—but he has troubles of his own.

Apr 21, 2014 / Bob and Barbara Dreyfuss

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