Overview

• Chris Christie, GOP presidential candidate, criticized Congress for self-congratulation on avoiding a government shutdown.
• Christie's comments were made during a town hall in New Hampshire, where he has been focusing his campaign efforts.
• President Joe Biden recently signed a stopgap bill that prevents a government shutdown and extends funding for some agencies until January and others until February.
• Christie has been critical of the House GOP, particularly after the ousting of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy over spending disagreements.
• Despite former President Donald Trump being the front-runner for the GOP nomination, a recent poll found Christie in third place in New Hampshire.