Chris Christie slams Trump’s use of Putin’s democracy quote: ‘Getting worse daily
Former Republican New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie Slams Trump for Quoting Putin
Former Republican New Jersey Governor, Chris Christie, didn’t hold back in his criticism of former President Donald Trump for using Russian President Vladimir Putin’s words to attack President Joe Biden. Speaking on CNN’s State of the Union, Christie expressed his concern over Trump’s escalating behavior and urged voters to pay attention to his words.
“He gets worse and worse by the day, Jake. And voters better start paying attention to exactly what he’s saying. He has always been approving of Putin since the beginning of his presidency. That is something that he and I had regular arguments about going back to 2017,”
Christie questioned Trump’s reliance on Putin as an “expert on democracy,” highlighting Putin’s own disregard for democratic principles.
“This is a guy who doesn’t even know what democracy is and, quite frankly, has spent most of his life trying to undercut democracy all over the world. And Donald Trump citing him as his expert witness that he’s being persecuted and is innocent. Look, this is a guy who just believes woe is me, and I can’t believe I got caught.”
Christie also pointed out how Trump’s behavior has become increasingly erratic as legal cases against him mount.
“Donald Trump realized the walls are closing in, and he’s becoming crazier. And now he’s citing Vladimir Putin as a character witness, a guy who is a murderous thug around the world. It is time to send Donald Trump back to Mar-a-Lago permanently,”
Not stopping there, Christie criticized Trump’s divisive rhetoric towards immigrants, calling it “disgusting.” He also called out fellow Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley for endorsing Trump despite his controversial statements.
“The other problem with this is the Republicans that are saying this is okay; almost 100 members of Congress have endorsed him. Nikki Haley this week said he’s fit to be president. You’re telling me that someone who said that immigrants are poisoning the blood of this country, someone who says Vladimir Putin is a character witness, is fit to be president of the United States? Nikki Haley should be ashamed of herself, and she’s part of the problem because she’s enabling him. She’s enabling him by saying to people, it is okay.”
Christie made it clear that he is running for president to challenge this kind of behavior and restore American leadership.
“Let me be really clear, I’m in this race to let people know, it is not okay. It is not okay for an American president to be saying these things, and she should be ashamed of herself and the members of Congress who nod their head like a dog in the back of a car, just nodding away when he said all of these things because all their about is their own political future and their primary in their own district. This is why American leadership is falling down and why I’m in the race to stay.”
While Christie’s presidential campaign in New Hampshire is currently in third place behind Trump and Haley, he remains determined to make a difference.
Current GOP Primary Polling Average:
- Trump: 44.3%
- Haley: 18.7%
- Christie: 13%
- Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL): 9%
How does Chris Christie’s assertion that Trump’s behavior has become increasingly erratic align with the concerns raised by other critics
Witness in his own defense. It’s absurd and it’s dangerous.”
Christie’s remarks come after Trump quoted Putin in a statement attacking President Biden, suggesting that Biden was “too weak” to hold a summit with the Russian leader. In response, Biden dismissed Trump’s criticism, stating that he has “confidence” in his ability to deal with Putin.
Chris Christie’s criticism of Trump is notable, as he is a prominent and respected figure within the Republican Party. As the former governor of New Jersey, Christie had worked closely with Trump during his presidential campaign in 2016 and had been considered for various positions in Trump’s administration. However, in recent years, Christie has distanced himself from the former president and has been vocal in his disagreements with Trump’s actions and rhetoric.
Christie’s condemnation of Trump’s reliance on Putin’s words reflects a broader concern among many Republicans about Trump’s affinity for authoritarian leaders and his willingness to disregard democratic norms. Throughout his presidency, Trump had expressed admiration for Putin and often downplayed Russian interference in the 2016 election. This has raised questions about Trump’s commitment to defending American democracy and his willingness to prioritize his own interests over the country’s.
Furthermore, Christie’s assertion that Trump’s behavior has become increasingly erratic as legal challenges mount is a point that many critics have raised. In the face of multiple legal cases and investigations, Trump has often resorted to attacking his opponents and discrediting the justice system. By citing Putin as an ”expert witness,” Trump is not only undermining the credibility of the American justice system but also aligning himself with an authoritarian leader who has a history of suppressing dissent.
Overall, Chris Christie’s criticism of Trump’s use of Putin’s words and his escalating behavior highlights the growing concern within the Republican Party about the ex-president’s actions. As more prominent Republicans speak out against Trump, it remains to be seen how this will impact the future of the party and its stance on issues of democracy, leadership, and international relations.
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