We are currently in New Hampshire, outside a brewery with Governor Chris Christie because, according to him, this state is where his political destiny will be decided. In order to secure the Republican nomination, Christie must win in New Hampshire, which holds the first primary of the nation. Christie firmly believes that if Donald Trump emerges victorious here, he will go on to become the nominee, with far-reaching consequences for their party and the country. Despite being second in the polls in New Hampshire, Christie remains undeterred by Trump’s 20-point lead, seeing his path to victory right in front of him. He is confident that if Trump fails in one place, his entire candidacy will collapse. When asked if there is a possibility of him dropping out, Christie responds by stating that if he performs poorly in New Hampshire, he will indeed leave the race, based on his past experiences and understanding of the significance of primary outcomes. However, if he does well, he fully intends to continue until the convention. Governor Christie stands apart from the other candidates in his sharp criticism of former President Trump – most of the field has sought to distance themselves from him. Christie, on the other hand, has made this criticism a key part of his argument for why he should be president. Invited to explain why he ended up supporting Trump despite his outspoken disapproval in the past, Christie explains that at the time, he wanted to prevent Hillary Clinton from becoming president and believed Trump would secure the nomination. New Hampshire is renowned for its retail-style campaigning, where candidates engage with voters personally rather than deliver grand policy speeches. Christie has taken advantage of this opportunity to meet as many voters as possible, take photos, and shake hands. He acknowledges the peculiar nature of how the American presidency is decided but emphasizes that the future of the country hinges on New Hampshire. He urges voters to recognize their crucial role and assures them that he too is relying on their support.
