Overview

Chris Christie is an American politician, attorney, and former federal prosecutor who served as the 55th Governor of New Jersey from 2010 to 2018. A member of the Republican Party, Christie previously served as the United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey from 2002 to 2008.

During his tenure as U.S. Attorney, Christie gained national attention for prosecuting public corruption cases involving political officials from both major parties in New Jersey.

Christie was elected governor in 2009 and re-elected in 2013. As governor, he focused on fiscal policy, public pension reform, infrastructure funding, and disaster recovery efforts following Hurricane Sandy in 2012.

Christie later became a national political figure within the Republican Party, running for President of the United States in 2016 and again in 2024.

Political Career

Governor of New Jersey (2010–2018)

United States Attorney – District of New Jersey (2002–2008)

Key Policy Areas

Fiscal policy and state budget reform

Public pension and benefits reform

Infrastructure investment and transportation funding

Disaster recovery and emergency management

Government ethics and anti-corruption enforcement

Notable Actions / Initiatives

Oversaw New Jersey’s recovery efforts following Hurricane Sandy in 2012

Implemented reforms to the state pension and benefits system

Prosecuted numerous public corruption cases as U.S. Attorney

Advanced transportation funding legislation for state infrastructure projects

Became a national political figure within the Republican Party

Education

Bachelor of Arts – University of Delaware

Juris Doctor – Seton Hall University School of Law

Personal

Born: September 6, 1962

Residence: Mendham Township, New Jersey