Trump Slams “Sloppy” Chris Christie, Suggests He Should Be ‘Looked Into’
President Donald Trump took direct aim at former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie this weekend, delivering a scathing critique and suggesting the disgraced Republican might face renewed scrutiny over past scandals. The fiery remarks came shortly after Christie appeared on ABC’s This Week with George Stephanopoulos, where he took shots at Trump’s handling of classified material and his comments about the recent FBI raid on former National Security Advisor John Bolton’s home.
Trump Goes After Christie in Explosive Post
In a Truth Social post that immediately went viral, Trump blasted Christie as “Sloppy Chris” and accused him of hypocrisy for questioning Trump’s positions on law enforcement actions.
“I just watched Sloppy Chris Christie be interviewed on a ratings-challenged ‘News’ Show, This Week With George Slopadopolus, on ABC Fake News,” Trump wrote. “Can anyone believe anything that Sloppy Chris says?”
Trump didn’t stop there. He reminded Americans about the infamous Bridgegate scandal, which nearly ended Christie’s political career. The scandal involved Christie’s aides orchestrating a politically motivated traffic jam on the George Washington Bridge in 2013, causing massive delays and putting lives at risk.
“Do you remember the way he lied about the dangerous and deadly closure of the George Washington Bridge in order to stay out of prison, at the same time sacrificing people who worked for him, including a young mother, who spent years trying to fight off the vicious charges against her,” Trump said.
Hinting at a New Investigation
Trump then dropped the real bombshell: he suggested authorities should revisit the case against Christie.
“Chris refused to take responsibility for these criminal acts,” Trump continued. “For the sake of JUSTICE, perhaps we should start looking at that very serious situation again? NO ONE IS ABOVE THE LAW!”
This line instantly triggered speculation online that Trump might be signaling legal trouble for Christie if he returns to the White House. It also underscored Trump’s ongoing strategy of flipping the script on critics by dredging up their controversies.
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Christie’s Counterattack
On ABC, Christie blasted Trump’s “double standard” when it comes to handling classified documents. “It’s kind of funny to hear the president talk the way he does about Bolton and classified information, yet when he had classified information, the same rules didn’t apply,” Christie said.
Christie, once a key Trump ally and transition team leader in 2016, has become one of the former president’s most vocal Republican critics. He has hinted at a possible 2028 presidential run, positioning himself as a truth-teller in a party he claims Trump has corrupted.
The Bolton Raid and GOP Tensions
The spat comes amid fallout from the FBI’s raid on John Bolton’s Maryland home. Sources say the search was tied to allegations that Bolton mishandled classified documents after his firing in 2019. Federal agents reportedly removed boxes of material during the hours-long operation, while Bolton’s wife and daughter were present.
The raid has drawn comparisons to the 2022 Mar-a-Lago search that targeted Trump himself. Trump acknowledged the similarity, saying, “My house was raided also… So I know the feeling. It’s not a good feeling.”
Protests erupted outside Bolton’s home during the search, with anti-Trump demonstrators accusing the former president of weaponizing the FBI for political revenge. However, FBI Director Kash Patel stated bluntly on X: “NO ONE is above the law.”
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Bridgegate Redux?
The idea of revisiting Bridgegate—once thought dead—has electrified Trump’s base. Christie’s top aides were convicted for their roles, though Christie himself avoided charges. Critics say Trump’s jab about reopening the case is classic political theater, but supporters argue it’s a warning shot to establishment figures.
Bridgegate remains a black mark on Christie’s record, reminding voters of the petty politics that derailed his 2016 presidential hopes. Now, with Trump teasing a comeback and Christie angling for relevance, the two seem destined for an all-out Republican civil war.
What It Means for 2026 and Beyond
Trump’s comments underscore the fractures within the GOP as the party gears up for the 2026 midterms and 2028 presidential cycle. With Trump signaling he won’t hesitate to target internal critics, Christie could become a recurring foil in Trump’s narrative about loyalty and corruption.
Whether this is just political payback or a prelude to real legal trouble for Christie remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: the gloves are off, and Trump is ready to settle old scores—starting with the man he now calls “Sloppy Chris.”
