"Chris Christie: A Republican Presidential Candidate with Surprising Appeal Across Party Lines"

Former Governor Chris Christie of New Jersey, a Republican presidential candidate, opposes a national ban on abortion unless there is a "consensus" at the state level. He supports action on climate change, acknowledging the expertise of scientists. Christie is one of the few candidates to have visited Ukraine and supports military aid. On immigration, he aligns with the GOP but has criticized Trump's approach. He is a vocal critic of Trump and has outlined negotiating tactics to pressure China. Christie calls for reducing spending and regulations in economic policy.