Chris Christie Is Down But Not Out

On day six of the great Bridgegate media onslaught, the news isn’t getting any better for Governor Chris Christie. It’s getting worse. On Monday morning, it was reported that he’s facing yet another investigation—this one into the possible misuse of Hurricane Sandy relief funds for political purposes. Meanwhile, a new opinion poll showed that most New Jersey residents believe he knew in advance about the Fort Lee lane closures, and a majority of them think that if this is proven he should resign.

In view of these developments, and the relentless coverage of the scandal, it’s hardly surprising that some observers, from throughout the political spectrum, think Christie is already done for as a 2016 Presidential candidate. Indeed, with his enemies on the right of the G.O.P. eagerly seeking to exploit his problems, and vocal Christie defenders in short supply, this position is rapidly becoming the conventional wisdom. “If you thought that Christie’s political future was imperilled last week, you’ve gotta be feeling pretty good about your judgment right now,” Matt Berman, of National Journal, commented on Monday.

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