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Is Chris Christie running for president in 2028?

Maybe - Chris Christie is floated as a possible 2028 candidate. Chris Christie has been discussed as a possible 2028 contender but has not committed to a run. Said in September 2026 that he is considering a third presidential run and will decide after the midterms.

Latest public signal (September 22, 2026): At the Granite State Summit in Manchester, New Hampshire, said he is considering a 2028 run and will decide after the midterms; of past candidates who say they are not thinking about running again: "Let me just promise you, they are lying." Source

Updated - Washington Examiner - Christie floats a 2028 run (Sep 2026), Washington Times - Christie eyes a 2028 run (Sep 23 2026)

Chris Christie at a glance

  • PartyRepublican
  • Current roleFormer Governor of New Jersey (2010-2018)
  • Age (2026)63
  • Home stateNew Jersey
  • 2028 statusPossible
  • Age on Inauguration Day 202966
Sources:Wikipedia

Where things stand

Former two-term New Jersey governor who ran for the Republican nomination in 2016 and 2024, the second time as a leading Trump critic. In September 2026 he said he is weighing a third bid.

Standing: Chris Christie has not appeared in the national 2028 Republican primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders say they will decide only after the 2026 midterms. See the full 2028 primary polls.

Has not filed with the FEC or formed a committee.

Chances in 2028

Chris Christie's 2028 presidential election prospects

As of October 5, 2026, Chris Christie is rated "Possible" in our 2028 tracker. Said in September 2026 that he is considering a third presidential run and will decide after the midterms.

Chris Christie's 2028 Republican presidential nomination prospects

Chris Christie has not appeared in the national 2028 Republican primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders say they will decide only after the 2026 midterms. 2028 Republican primary polling (Wikipedia aggregation)

Chris Christie's 2028 campaign status

As of October 5, 2026, Chris Christie has not formally filed a 2028 presidential campaign with the FEC. Latest public signal (September 22, 2026): At the Granite State Summit in Manchester, New Hampshire, said he is considering a 2028 run and will decide after the midterms; of past candidates who say they are not thinking about running again: "Let me just promise you, they are lying." Source

Track the numbers as they move: 2028 primary polls - live 2028 odds - daily standing index.

Everything Chris Christie has said about 2028

Dated log of posts, videos, interviews, and speeches about a 2028 run -- same format as the Trump third-term archive, source-linked. 1 entry. Open Christie's statement log | All politicians

Quick answers

Chris Christie 2028: frequently asked questions

Is Chris Christie running for president in 2028?
Maybe - Chris Christie is floated as a possible 2028 candidate. Chris Christie has been discussed as a possible 2028 contender but has not committed to a run. Said in September 2026 that he is considering a third presidential run and will decide after the midterms.
What are Chris Christie's 2028 Republican nomination prospects?
Chris Christie is currently rated "Possible" for 2028. Chris Christie has not appeared in the national 2028 Republican primary surveys we track. That is normal this early -- no major candidate has formally declared, and most named contenders say they will decide only after the 2026 midterms.
What party is Chris Christie in?
Chris Christie is a member of the Republican Party. Current role: Former Governor of New Jersey (2010-2018).
How old is Chris Christie?
Chris Christie is 63 years old (as of June 2026), and would be 66 on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2029.
Has Chris Christie officially announced a 2028 campaign?
As of October 5, 2026, no - Chris Christie has not formally filed a 2028 presidential campaign. Said in September 2026 that he is considering a third presidential run and will decide after the midterms. Latest public signal (September 22, 2026): At the Granite State Summit in Manchester, New Hampshire, said he is considering a 2028 run and will decide after the midterms; of past candidates who say they are not thinking about running again: "Let me just promise you, they are lying."
What are Chris Christie's chances of winning the 2028 election?
It is far too early to put firm odds on 2028. No nominee has been chosen, and the prediction markets do not yet show a stable number for Chris Christie, who is currently rated "Possible". Watch the live odds and polls as the field forms.
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