In a surprising turn of events, President Trump has threatened to investigate former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie over his alleged involvement in the infamous “Bridgegate” scandal that rocked the state back in 2013. The controversy resurfaced after Christie criticized Trump’s use of the Justice Department, prompting the former president to lash out on social media.
According to The Hill, Trump took to the Truth Social platform to suggest the possibility of launching a criminal probe into Christie’s role in the scandal. This move comes as a response to Christie’s recent comments questioning Trump’s actions regarding the Justice Department, reigniting old tensions between the two political figures.
The New York Times reported that Trump’s threat to investigate Christie over ‘Bridgegate’ has raised eyebrows across the political spectrum. The scandal, which involved the deliberate closure of lanes on the George Washington Bridge as political retribution, led to criminal charges against several of Christie’s aides but ultimately did not implicate the former governor himself.
Politico highlighted the potential implications of Trump’s latest move, noting that reopening the investigation into ‘Bridgegate’ could have far-reaching consequences for Christie and further strain his already complicated relationship with the former president. The Washington Post echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the political ramifications of Trump’s threat and its impact on Christie’s reputation.
While some view Trump’s actions as a retaliatory measure against a perceived critic, others argue that revisiting the ‘Bridgegate’ scandal is a necessary step towards accountability and transparency. USA Today emphasized the need for a thorough investigation into the matter to ensure justice is served and the truth is revealed.
In light of these developments, it remains to be seen how Christie will respond to Trump’s threat and whether any legal action will be taken against him. The ongoing feud between the two prominent figures underscores the complex dynamics of politics and power in the United States.
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References:
– The Hill: https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5468319-trump-threatens-christie-bridgegate/
– The New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/25/us/politics/trump-chris-christie-bridgegate.html
– Politico: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMigAFBVV95cUxOOWZPTnRETGRIMlN4TUdXZVRDVElSTWVUWmhObEpCbjVOejVMeDdkX0lKYV9OeUVxZWxGVXN4NG0wYU9CMXY4NFR3VVJPSGxnREl0TXloWmtCMjVpclFxVEd4WGEzck16YlBzX2M2UFVZVFgwYThtOGRPUldNMzdmbg
– USA Today: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiiwFBVV95cUxQZVpFd2Nra1lJbE1OVnVvTl94S0hTSkdjaUpRM2xlTGdYUU1WcTNpQzJVWlZVZzV4cVMyaU1yVUNaUmZhcW1PVjIzSmFMT0lTSmZyQW84UXN4VkJ2b1JfSUw0dHc5dEhqX0dhSHJlUm1QWHBNNGZuT0RaNDJscXlwTVVBU3ViWGNKS1dR?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en
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