TIMELINE: 2016 on

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November 10, 2014 - Peter King announces run for President

MANCHESTER, NH - Congressman Peter King of New York announced he would be a candidate for President in 2016. "I have the experience and the background to lead our country at a time of great challenge globally, I understand how we have to beat our enemies" King said. King also took a swipe at possible opponent Rand Paul. "Senator Rand Paul is weak on national security, he doesn't see the world for what it is" King said.  

January 12, 2015 - O'Malley launches presidential bid

AMES, IA - After months of speculation, Former Governor Martin O'Malley launched his 2016 presidential campaign. Pledging to be a "progressive champion" O'Malley promised to make single payer health care, gun control, green energy, and a federal equality amendment top priorities if elected.

January 18, 2015 - Dean, Huckabee in for 2016
Former Governors Howard Dean (D) and Mike Huckabee (R) both launched their presidential campaigns in Iowa. Dean stated he had the best chance of winning a general election, and Huckabee declared he felt republicans needed a champion of the pro-life position and education reform on a national ticket.

Feb. 1, 2015 - Cuomo enters presidential race

ALBANY, NY - Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his intention to seek the 2016 democratic presidential nomination while speaking to a group of democrats. "I will be the candidate who seeks to make sure the democratic party advocates principles to restore our economy and protect our values" Cuomo stated. Cuomo was critical of the Obama administration's economic and fiscal policies, but praised the President's work on trying to promote rights for same-sex couples and young women.

Feb. 7, 2015 - Santorum in for 2016

NEW YORK, NY - Former Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum told Sean Hannity that he would seek the presidency in 2016. "Republicans will have a choice: we can either move in the isolationist direction of Rand Paul, move towards the center with Christie, or elect a conservative, and I'm that conservative." Santorum said he was the "clear conservative choice" on every issue for 2016.

March 15, 2015 - Rand Paul a yes for 2016

LOUISVILLE, KY - Kentucky Senator Rand Paul announced he would be a GOP candidate for President in 2016. "I intend to become our nominee by uniting the republican party behind a message of economic freedom, liberty, and a foreign policy we can afford." Paul said he was comfortable "being the tea party backed presidential candidate."

May 1, 2015 - Paul Ryan to run for President

JANESVILLE, WI - Representative Paul Ryan of Wisconsin announced he would be running for President in 2016. "After eight years of broken promises and failed policies, it's time for change and reform in Washington" Ryan told a crowd of roughly 800. Ryan said his campaign would focus on balancing the federal budget, entitlement reform, solutions to health care, and tax reform.

May 10, 2015 - Christie resigns as Governor, launches presidential bid

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Citing his record in New Jersey, Chris Christie resigned the governorship of the state he had led for five and a half years. "Over the past five years, we've cleaned up a mess in New Jersey, and our state's economy is growing, our schools are better, our taxes are under control, and we are in good shape financially. But, Washington is broken because politicians care more about their own interests instead of the people. I think Washington is in need of reform, and I think I can bring about the change we need in Washington" Christie said during a press conference. He emphasized fiscal discipline and the economy as top issues of concern to him.

May 22, 2015 - Biden launches presidential bid

With President Obama at his side, Vice President Joe Biden launched his bid for President in 2016. Biden said he would defend the Obama record and "continue to build on the bold reforms of the past six years, such as continuing to expand health care coverage and pell grants." Biden stated that he had the most experience of any presidential candidate in either party.

June 15, 2015 - Cruz declines presidential run, backs Paul

WASHINGTON D.C. - Senator Ted Cruz of Texas announced he would support fellow GOP Senator Rand Paul for President as opposed to running for President himself. Cruz called Paul "a leader we can trust to restore liberty and turn Washington upside down."

June 17, 2015 - Jindal launches presidential bid

BATON ROUGE, LA - Governor Bobby Jindal announced he would be a candidate for President in the 2016 election. "What we have done here in Louisiana is proven that conservative ideas are best for the people of this country. I think it's time to take our message nationally" Jindal stated. He said replacing the nation's current tax system, repealing President Obama's health care law, and education reform would be major themes of his campaign.

June 19, 2015 - Warren: I'll run for President

Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts released a statement informing the media that she would seek the Democratic Presidential Nomination in 2016. "I believe we need someone to challenge the status-quo and the tea party so we can make our country work for everyone" she stated.

June 20, 2015 - Poll finds both parties divided on presidential nominee, Christie leading all for general election

GOP Nomination
Chris Christie 20%
Rand Paul 18%
Paul Ryan 15%
Mike Huckabee 12%
Rick Santorum 10%
Nikki Haley 8%
Bobby Jindal 7%
Rick Perry 6%
Peter King 3%
Other 1%

Democratic Nomination
Joe Biden 33%
Andrew Cuomo 32%
Martin O'Malley 20%
Howard Dean 9%  
Elizabeth Warren 3%
Tim Kaine 2%
Other 1%

General Election Match Ups

Chris Christie (R) 49%
Joe Biden (D) 44%

Chris Christie (R) 48%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 44%

Joe Biden (D) 48%
Rand Paul (R) 39%

Andrew Cuomo (D) 50%
Rand Paul (R) 35%

July 1, 2015 - Giuliani endorses Christie, signs on as national campaign co-chair

DOVER, NH - Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani announced his support for Chris Christie's presidential campaign. "As a Governor, Chris Christie was able to revive his state's economy, and he dealt with crisis on a regular basis. I know he has the judgement to be President of the United States, and I know he can win a general election" Giuliani stated.

July 10, 2015 - Ryan: balance the federal budget through increased revenue

DETRIOT, MI: Focusing on winning Michigan's presidential primary, Congressman Paul Ryan talked about his economic plan - which he said would help grow federal revenue to balance the federal budget by the year 2023. Ryan's plan included block-granting medicaid, eliminating tax loopholes and having two tax rates - 12 and 23%, repealing President Obama's health care law, and increasing domestic oil drilling.

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July 17, 2015 - Rubio backs Christie, declines to run for President. Perry in for 2016

Senator Marco Rubio of Florida endorsed Chris Christie for the 2016 presidential nomination at a rally in New Hampshire. Rubio stated that Christie could win a general election and would be able to break the gridlock in Washington. Meanwhile, Texas Governor Rick Perry formally declared his intention to run for President in 2016.

July 20, 2015 - Kaine enters presidential bid

RICHMOND, VA - Acknowledging long odds, Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia announced he would be a candidate for President in 2016. Kaine said he wanted to run to advance the issue of education in the presidential race.

July 23, 2015 - Bill DeBlasio backs Biden, bashes Cuomo

NEW YORK, NY - Mayor of New York City Bill DeBlasio announced he would be supporting Joe Biden for President over fellow New Yorker Andrew Cuomo. "While Andrew Cuomo has been protecting special interests for years now, Joe Biden is fighting for us. He's fighting to return fairness to our economy and take on the special interests in Washington such as the NRA and the radical right" DeBlasio stated.

July 28, 2015 - Haley a Yes for 2016

CHARLESTON, SC - Governor Nikki Haley of South Carolina told NBC News that she would be a candidate for President in 2016.

August 2, 2015 - Christie lays out presidential agenda

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Chris Christie laid out his agenda at an event in his home state of New Jersey. The promote economic growth and help middle-income Americans, Christie said he'd cut taxes by 33% for middle income earners while eliminating income taxes for those presently in the 10% bracket, he'd cut the cooperate tax rate from 35% to 22%, he'd eliminate taxes on capital gains up to half a million dollars, and he'd increase the per-child tax deduction by $500 per child. Christie said he's pay for his plan by closing cooperate loopholes, reducing most federal subsidies, and limiting tax deductions to $12,000 for those making over $90,000 per year. Christie also said encouraging school choice, reducing the cost of health care and repeal of Obamacare, reforming medicare & social security, and reducing the national debt would be top priorities of his if elected President. Christie also stated he would "repair America's image globally while strengthening the Patriot Act" if elected.

b]August 5, 2015 - King: Rand Paul a nut[/b]

DOVER, NH - Congressman Peter King stated that he felt fellow GOP Presidential Candidate Rand Paul was "nuts" and someone who "appealed to angry people." The comments came during a town hall meeting in which King was asked why more people supported Paul than him for the GOP presidential nomination.

August 7, 2015 - Polls find Christie, Ryan, Biden with early support

N.H. GOP Primary
Chris Christie 23%
Rand Paul 17%
Paul Ryan 15%
Peter King 12%
Rick Santorum 10%
Bobby Jindal 8%
Mike Huckabee 8%
Nikki Haley 4%
Rick Perry 2%
Other 1%

N.H. Democratic Primary
Joe Biden 30%
Andrew Cuomo 29%
Howard Dean 21%
Elizabeth Warren 12%
Martin O'Malley 6%
Tim Kaine 1%
Other 1%

Iowa GOP Caucus
Paul Ryan 20%
Mike Huckabee 15%
Rick Santorum 14%
Rand Paul 12%
Chris Christie 10%
Rick Perry 8%
Bobby Jindal 8%
Nikki Haley 6%
Peter King 2%
Other 5%

Iowa Democratic Caucus
Joe Biden 40%
Andrew Cuomo 25%
Howard Dean 20%
Elizabeth Warren 10%
Martin O'Malley 3%
Tim Kaine 1%
Other 1%

South Carolina GOP Primary
Chris Christie 22%
Nikki Haley 21%
Mike Huckabee 19%
Paul Ryan 15%
Rand Paul 10%
Rick Santorum 6%
Rick Perry 4%
Bobby Jindal 2%
Peter King 1%
Other 0%

South Carolina Democratic Primary
Joe Biden 30%
Andrew Cuomo 30%
Howard Dean 12%
Martin O'Malley 10%
Elizabeth Warren 10%
Tim Kaine 7%
Other 1%

August 10, 2015 - Lee backs Paul


October 5, 2015 - Paul endorses Forbes-style flat tax

ARLINGTON, VA - GOP Presidential Hopeful Rand Paul announced his support for a 15% flat tax, one he said was modeled after the one Steve Forbes promoted during his 1996 presidential campaign.

October 18, 2015 - Christie, Santorum, King, Biden see improving poll numbers


GOP Nomination
Chris Christie 25%
Paul Ryan 15%
Rand Paul 15%
Rick Santorum 12%
Mike Huckabee 10%
Bobby Jindal 9%
Peter King 6%
Nikki Haley 4%
Rick Perry 3%
Other 1%

Democratic Nomination
Joe Biden 40%
Andrew Cuomo 32%
Martin O'Malley 10%
Howard Dean 9%  
Elizabeth Warren 4%
Tim Kaine 4%
Other 1%

November 1, 2015 - McCain, Romney back Ryan

SCOTTSDALE, AZ - GOP Presidential Candidate Paul Ryan picked up the endorsements of his party's past two presidential nominees. "Paul Ryan is ready to be President of the United States. He's been involved in complex issues in the house for the past 18 years" Senator John McCain stated. "Paul Ryan has a deep understanding of the core economic issues facing the nation" Mitt Romney stated during his embrace of Ryan.

November 10, 2015 - Former rival backs Santorum

AMES, IA - Former Congresswoman and 2012 Presidential Hopeful Michele Bachmann threw her support behind GOP presidential candidate Rick Santorum in Iowa. "Rick Santorum is the experienced conservative presidential candidate" she exclaimed. "He's going to be the next President of the United States" Bachmann added.

November 15, 2015 - Bloomberg: King, Cuomo best candidates

NEW YORK, NY - Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg stated he felt Congressman Peter King (R) and Governor Andrew Cuomo (D) were the best candidates running for President. "Peter and Andrew are both centrists, both pragmatists. I think both of them would be strong candidates in a general election." Bloomberg also commented on other candidates. "I think Chris Christie has done great things for New Jersey, and I believe that the Vice President has proven that he's a fighter for his principles. The only candidates I truly would not support in a general election would be Elizabeth Warren, Rick Santorum, and Rand Paul because none of them has accomplished much, and all three are partisans at the end of the day."


December 1, 2015 - Obama: Biden will succeed me

SARASOTA, FL - Hitting the campaign trail for Vice President Joe Biden, President Barack Obama said he was confident his vice president would be his successor. "Joe Biden has helped me make tough decisions over the past eight years, and together we worked with all of you to bring our country back - and I know you'll elect him to succeed me next year" the President stated.

December 8, 2015 - Grimm, Lance back King

HILLSIDE, NH - Congressman Leonard Lance of New Jersey and Congressman Michael Grimm of New York each endorsed Peter King for President at an event in New Hampshire. "Peter King has the experience, the backround, and the ability to articulate republican values, he should be our presidential nominee" Lance stated. Grimm said that "Peter King fights for people, and puts politics second."

December 14, 2015 - Dean announces support of same-sex marriage

[NHI]

Great star to your TL!!!

[Enderman]

odd that Rubio endorsed Christie and McCain endorsed Ryan, but great timeline anyway

[Brewer]

Go Lizzy!!! I must say, this timeline looks AWESOME. How far do you plan on taking this?

[dudehere92]

Go Lizzy!!! I must say, this timeline looks AWESOME. How far do you plan on taking this?

I'd say probably election night 2032 unless it gets boring haha.

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December 17, 2015 - Brownback backs Jindal

CHARLESTON, SC - Kansas Governor Sam Brownback endorsed fellow Governor Bobby Jindal for the 2016 GOP Presidential nomination. "Bobby Jindal is a proven conservative who is committed to the values of lower taxes, limited government, the right to life, and a safer America" Brownback said of Jindal.

December 18, 2015 - Kaine ends presidential bid, backs Biden

RICHMOND, VA - Citing poor fundraising, Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia ended his presidential campaign and endorsed Joe Biden for President.

December 21, 2015 - Poll: Christie, Biden are front-runners

National GOP Nomination
Chris Christie 26%
Paul Ryan 14%
Rand Paul 14%
Rick Santorum 10%
Mike Huckabee 10%
Bobby Jindal 8%
Peter King 6%
Nikki Haley 6%
Rick Perry 3%
Other 3%

National Democratic Nomination
Joe Biden 35%
Andrew Cuomo 31%
Howard Dean 20%
Martin O'Malley 9%
Elizabeth Warren 4%
Other 1%

January 10, 2016 - Paul, Biden win Iowa Caucus

GOP

Rand Paul 21%
Mike Huckabee 20%
Rick Santorum 19%
Paul Ryan 15%
Chris Christie 12%
Bobby Jindal 5%
Nikki Haley 4%
Rick Perry 1%
Peter King 1%
Other 1%

Democratic

Joe Biden 33%
Andrew Cuomo 30%
Howard Dean 25%
Elizabeth Warren 6%
Martin O'Malley 5%
Other 1%

January 17, 2016 - Christie, Cuomo win New Hampshire Primary

GOP

Chris Christie 33%
Rand Paul 23%
Peter King 15%
Paul Ryan 10%
Mike Huckabee 9%
Bobby Jindal 3%
Nikki Haley 2%
Rick Perry 2%
Other 3%

Democratic

Andrew Cuomo 26%
Joe Biden 24%
Howard Dean 22%
Elizabeth Warren 20%
Martin O'Malley 6%
Other 2%

January 18, 2016 - Peter King ends presidential bid, endorses Chris Christie and signs on as Christie homeland security advisor

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Congressman Peter King of New York and GOP Presidential Hopeful Chris Christie held a press conference outside Christie campaign HQ. King announced he was ending his presidential campaign. 'We ran on a message of a strong national defense and lower taxes. We challenged Rand Paul and the fringe element within the GOP, but unfortunately we fell short in New Hampshire. Luckily, in Chris Christie, we have a fighter who will stand up for the values of the republican party and who will put people before politics." Christie announced King would be a homeland security advisor to his presidential campaign.

January 24, 2016 - South Carolina, Arizona, Nevada, and  Michigan vote

South Carolina GOP Primary

Mike Huckabee 24%
Nikki Haley 21%
Chris Christie 20%
Rand Paul 18%
Bobby Jindal 10%
Paul Ryan 4%
Rick Santorum 2%
Rick Perry 1%
Other 1%

Arizona GOP Primary

Chris Christie 28%
Rand Paul 14%
Paul Ryan 12%
Mike Huckabee 9%
Rick Santorum 9%
Bobby Jindal 6%
Nikki Haley 4%
Rick Perry 4%
Other 1%

Michigan GOP Primary

Chris Christie 23%
Rick Santorum 22%
Paul Ryan 20%
Rand Paul 15%
Bobby Jindal 8%
Mike Huckabee 5%
Nikki Haley 4%
Rick Perry 2%
Other 1%

Nevada GOP Caucus

Chris Christie 26%
Rand Paul 24%
Paul Ryan 17%
Mike Huckabee 10%
Rick Santorum 9%
Bobby Jindal 6%
Nikki Haley 5%
Rick Perry 2%
Other 1%

South Carolina Democratic Primary

Andrew Cuomo 44%
Joe Biden 30%
Howard Dean 10%
Elizabeth Warren 9%
Martin O'Malley 6%
Other 1%

Arizona Democratic Primary

Andrew Cuomo 33%
Joe Biden 30%
Howard Dean 25%
Elizabeth Warren 10%
Martin O'Malley 1%
Other 1%

Michigan Democratic Primary

Joe Biden 50%
Andrew Cuomo 27%
Howard Dean 12%
Elizabeth Warren 8%
Martin O'Malley 2%
Other 1%

Nevada Democratic Caucus

Joe Biden 33%
Andrew Cuomo 31%
Howard Dean 30%
Elizabeth Warren 4%
Martin O'Malley 1%
Other 1%

January 25, 2016 - Perry, Haley, O'Malley end presidential bids as Christie, Cuomo win Florida
WASHINGTON, DC - After failing to garner traction in early primaries, presidential hopefuls Rick Perry (R), Nikki Haley (R), and Martin O'Malley (D) exited the presidential race. Perry endorsed fellow candidate Rand Paul, where as Haley and O'Malley didn't mention any endorsement plans.


Florida GOP Primary
Chris Christie 52%
Paul Ryan 25%
Rand Paul 10%
Mike Huckabee 9%
Rick Santorum 2%
Bobby Jindal 1%
Other 1%


Florida Democratic Primary
Andrew Cuomo 35%
Joe Biden 34%
Howard Dean 20%
Elizabeth Warren 10%
Other 1%

Feb. 4, 2016 - Biden: Cuomo lacks foreign policy experience

DENVER, CO - Campaigning ahead of primaries in Colorado, Minnesota, and Missouri, Vice President Joe Biden attacked fellow candidate Andrew Cuomo as being inexperienced in foreign affairs. "Governor Cuomo has no foreign policy experience to talk about, in fact Chris Christie has more dealings in foreign affairs than the Governor, I think we need a democratic nominee with more experience both governing here at home and being involved in foreign policy to be our nominee."

Feb. 5, 2016 - GOP hopefuls gang up on Christie

GOP Presidential hopefuls began stepping up attacks on front-runner Chris Christie. "Governor Christie believes that taxpayers should spend money on green energy, he believes that maintaining tough anti-gun laws in New Jersey is good, and he thinks that we should erode our civil liberties in the name of security" Senator Rand Paul remarked. "When it comes to having someone who will be tough on unions, Christie is great - but he's backed down on tough fights when it comes to values" Former Senator Rick Santorum stated. Congressman Paul Ryan remarked that Christie "is not bold enough" and that his entitlement reform plan was "the same as what George W. Bush has proposed, and that cost us in 2006 and 2008."

Feb. 9, 2016 - Missouri, Minnesota, and Colorado vote

Missouri GOP Caucus

Rick Santorum 41%
Chris Christie 30%
Rand Paul 12%
Mike Huckabee 7%
Paul Ryan 5%
Bobby Jindal 4%
Other 1%

Colorado GOP Primary

Chris Christie 45%
Rick Santorum 20%
Mike Huckabee 19%
Paul Ryan 10%
Rand Paul 4%
Bobby Jindal 1%
Other 1%

Minnesota GOP Caucus

Chris Christie 35%
Rick Santorum 31%
Paul Ryan 20%
Rand Paul 7%
Mike Huckabee 4%
Bobby Jindal 2%
Other 1%

Colorado Democratic Primary

Andrew Cuomo 47%
Joe Biden 30%
Howard Dean 18%
Elizabeth Warren 4%
Other 1%

Missouri Democratic Caucus

Joe Biden 34%
Andrew Cuomo 32%
Howard Dean 25%
Elizabeth Warren 8%
Other 1%

Minnesota Democratic Caucus

Joe Biden 60%
Andrew Cuomo 22%
Howard Dean 8%
Elizabeth Warren 7%
Other 3%

Feb. 10, 2016 - Jindal, Dean withdrawal from presidential race
WASHINGTON, DC - GOP Presidential Hopeful Bobby Jindal and Democratic Presidential Hopeful Howard Dean withdrew from the presidential race. Jindal endorsed fellow candidate Chris Christie, while Dean endorsed fellow candidate Joe Biden.

Feb. 12, 2016 - Clark backs Biden, signs on as foreign policy advisor

DOVER, DE - Retired General Wesley Clark endorsed Joe Biden for President at Biden HQ. "Joe Biden is uniquely qualified and experienced to be President of the United States" Clark stated. Clark also signed on as a Biden foreign policy advisor.

[NHI]

Great update!

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Great update!

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Feb. 19, 2016 - Huckabee exits presidential race

LITTLE ROCK, AR - Former Governor of Arkansas Mike Huckabee exited the presidential race after only winning South Carolina's presidential primary. Huckabee said he would support the nominee of the republican party.

Feb. 19, 2016 - Ryan exits campaign, backs Christie

JANESVILLE, WI - Congressman Paul Ryan announced he would exit the presidential race and endorsed fellow candidate Chris Christie, called Christie a "reformer who can get our country moving again on the issues that matter to every American."

Feb. 20, 2016 - Romney backs Christie

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Former Massachusetts Governor and 2012 presidential nominee Mitt Romney backed Chris Christie for President, stating that "Governor Christie is a republican who can win in 2016, and he'll get us moving again on jobs and reducing the national debt."

Feb. 23, 2016 - Christie, Biden, Cuomo dominate Super Tuesday




States won by Chris Christie
New Jersey
New York
Connecticut
Maine
Massachusetts
Ohio
Wisconsin
California
Utah
Georgia

States won by Rick Santorum
North Dakota
South Dakota
Alaska
Idaho
Wyoming

States won by Rand Paul
Kentucky
Oklahoma

Super Tuesday vote count (GOP)
Chris Christie 2,745,400
Rick Santorum 1,012,215
Rand Paul 575,302

States won by Joe Biden
Maine
Wisconsin
Ohio
California
Connecticut
Alaska
Utah

States won by Andrew Cuomo
New Jersey
New York
Georgia
Kentucky
Oklahoma
South Dakota
North Dakota
Idaho

States won by Elizabeth Warren
Massachusetts

Super Tuesday Vote Count (DEM)
Joe Biden 1,902,102
Andrew Cuomo 1,901,992
Elizabeth Warren 675,235


Feb. 28, 2016 - National Poll: Christie, Biden take lead

GOP Nomination
Chris Christie 41%
Rick Santorum 25%
Rand Paul 24%
Other 10%

Democratic Nomination
Joe Biden 40%
Andrew Cuomo 38%
Elizabeth Warren 15%
Other 7%

March 2, 2016 - Pennsylvania, North Carolina vote

GOP Pennsylvania Primary
Chris Christie 45%
Rick Santorum 40%
Rand Paul 12%
Other 3%

GOP North Carolina Primary
Chris Christie 51%
Rand Paul 30%
Rick Santorum 18%
Other 1%

Democratic Pennsylvania Primary
Joe Biden 57%
Andrew Cuomo 39%
Elizabeth Warren 3%
Other 1%

Democratic North Carolina Primary
Joe Biden 42%
Andrew Cuomo 41%
Elizabeth Warren 15%
Other 2%

March 3, 2016 - Santorum exits presidential race, backs Christie

PHILADELPHIA, PA - After failing to win his home state's presidential primary, Former Senator Rick Santorum ended his presidential campaign and announced he would be supporting Chris Christie for President. "I will be supporting Chris Christie for President because I know he's someone who has accomplished a lot in a tough political environment, and I know he can win in the fall" Santorum stated.

March 5, 2016 - Warren: Staying in race until end, third party run possible

BOSTON, MA - Despite poor showings in virtually every presidential primary, Senator Elizabeth Warren stated she would remain in the democratic race for president and would consider a third party or independent presidential run. "I want to make sure liberals and progressives have a true champion, the democratic establishment has largely ignored my grassroots campaign" Warren stated.

March 10, 2016 - Paul ends presidential bid

LOUISVILLE, KY - Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky announced he was ending his presidential campaign. "I do not believe we can win the nomination of our party, and so today I suspend my presidential campaign" Paul stated.

March 10, 2016 - Chris Christie secures GOP presidential nomination

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Despite being 107 delegates shy of the GOP presidential nomination, Chris Christie secured his spot as the republican nominee for President after opponent Rand Paul ended his campaign. Christie held a campaign rally near his campaign HQ in Morristown, NJ where he kicked off his general election campaign. "Our message of smaller government, a vibrant economy, telling the truth to reduce the national debt, and turning Washington upside down has resonated with the American people. Today, our message will be brought not just to those who vote in primaries, but to those who will vote in the general election" Christie stated.


March 15, 2016 - Indiana, Maryland, Virginia vote



Democratic Indiana Primary
Andrew Cuomo 50%
Joe Biden 38%
Elizabeth Warren 11%
Other 1%

Democratic Maryland Primary
Joe Biden 65%
Andrew Cuomo 25%
Elizabeth Warren 9%
Other 1%

Democratic Virginia Primary
Joe Biden 49%
Andrew Cuomo 45%
Elizabeth Warren 5%
Other 1%

March 16, 2016 - Warren ends bid for democratic presidential nomination, refuses to endorse Biden or Cuomo

BOSTON, MA - Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts announced that she was suspending her presidential campaign, but declined to support fellow candidates Joe Biden or Andrew Cuomo.

March 18, 2016 - Poll: Biden leads Cuomo narrowly, Christie headed to general election victory


Democratic Primary
Joe Biden 47%
Andrew Cuomo 42%
Undecided/Other 11%

General Election

Chris Christie (R) 50%
Joe Biden (D) 39%

Chris Christie (R) 48%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 43%

March 25, 2016 - Three Democrats back Christie

BOCA RATON, FL - Three democrats joined Chris Christie at a rally in Boca Raton, Florida to back his bid for President. Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Former U.S. Senators Evan Bayh of Indiana and Bob Graham of Florida each endorsed Christie for President. They cited what they saw as failures of the Obama administration, and Christie's success on education reform, pension & benefit reform, and his reputation for working across party lines.

March 27, 2016 - Cuomo attacks Obama, Biden

BIRMINGHAM, AL - Campaigning ahead of primaries in Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana, Democratic Presidential Hopeful Andrew Cuomo talked about his goals for the country while attacking opponent Joe Biden. "I believe our country needs a President who will invest in education and infrastructure, but also someone who will take on the special interests so we can pass a middle class tax cut and reduce our debt. For eight years, this administration has allowed for special interests to continue to run Washington D.C., and my opponent is part of the problem" Cuomo stated.

[NHI]

It keeps getting better!!

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It keeps getting better!!

Thank You!


April 2, 2016 - Cuomo takes trio of southern primaries


Mississippi Democratic Primary
Andrew Cuomo 55%
Joe Biden 44%
Other 1%

Alabama Democratic Primary
Andrew Cuomo 59%
Joe Biden 39%
Other 2%

Louisiana Democratic Primary
Andrew Cuomo 54%
Joe Biden 44%
Other 2%

April 5, 2016 - With Cuomo pulling ahead of Biden, Biden loses fundraising

WASHINGTON, DC - With New York Governor Andrew Cuomo pulling ahead of Joe Biden in the presidential race by over 100 delegates and 80,000 votes, top Biden campaign contributors deflected. Of Biden's top five contributors, two switched to team Cuomo.

April 12, 2016 - Christie kicks off campaign bus tour with Ryan, Giuliani

MORRISTOWN, NJ - GOP Presidential Nominee Chris Christie kicked off a four day bus tour of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Ohio with Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani and Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan. The tour made it's first stop near Christie HQ in New Jersey.

April 18, 2016 - Biden: Delaware, Texas will decide my presidential hopes

DOVER, DE - Vice President Joe Biden stated that April 24th contests in Delaware and Texas would determine whether or not he had a chance to become the democratic nominee for President. While neither Biden or Cuomo are expected to win the needed delegates to become the nominee on the 24th, if Cuomo won Texas he'd fall just shy of the needed number of delegates, where as if Biden won Texas he'd be just slightly ahead of Cuomo.

April 24, 2016 - Cuomo takes Texas, Biden wins home state of Delaware


Texas Democratic Primary
Andrew Cuomo 51%
Joe Biden 48%
Other 1%

Delaware Democratic Primary
Joe Biden 79%
Andrew Cuomo 20%
Other 1%

April 27, 2016 - Biden ends presidential bid

DOVER, DE - Vice President Joe Biden ended his third presidential bid and offered his support to presumptive democratic presidential nominee Andrew Cuomo. "Serving as Vice President of the United States for the past eight years and getting to work with the President to reform our health care system, end two wars, combat a brutal enemy, and move our country away from foreign sources of oil has been the honor of a lifetime" the vice president states. "I wish Andrew Cuomo all the best, and I look forward to campaigning with him" he added.

Andrew Cuomo secures Democratic Presidential Nomination

ALBANY, NY - Governor Andrew Cuomo secured the nomination of the democratic party for President. "Together, we brought a message of hope to all Americans. Yes, the past few years have disappointed many people, but together we'll work to fix our failing schools, to save social security and medicare, to reduce taxes on the middle class, and to pay down our national debt" Cuomo stated.

May 1, 2016 - Christie holds "GOP Unity Rally" with Ryan, Santorum, Haley, Huckabee, and Jindal
CLEVELAND, OH - Republican Presidential Nominee Chris Christie held a "GOP unity rally" in Cleveland, Ohio with Former opponents Rick Santorum, Paul Ryan, Nikki Haley, and Bobby Jindal. Santorum stated that "it's important that we elect a pro-life, pro-family President this fall, and I know Chris Christie stands for those values." Paul Ryan said that "the economy is the dominant issue in this election, and Chris Christie has the record, and the plan, to create jobs for Americans again." Governor Nikki Haley used her time to attack Andrew Cuomo. "While Chris Christie was fighting big government liberalism in New Jersey, Andrew Cuomo decided to limit the second amendment, increase spending, and increase government's role in the economy as Governor of New York." Bobby Jindal said he believed Christie was "the kind of leader with the credibility to get our nation moving again." Mike Huckabee said that "although Governor Cuomo talks about reversing the policies of the past eight years, he's done nothing but embrace them."

May 12, 2016 - Obama, Biden endorse Cuomo

WASHINGTON, DC - After a closely contested primary battle, Vice President Joe Biden joined President Barack Obama in endorsing Andrew Cuomo for President at a press conference in Washington. "The Governor has experience in being an executive. He's fought for educational accountability, middle class tax relief, and for a higher minimum wage as a Governor, and he'll make a wonderful President. Mr. Christie will run on a record which includes cutting women's health, cutting education, and giving millionaires tax relief, and we have a nominee to present an alternative vision" Biden stated. President Obama said that, "Andrew Cuomo has the necessary experience and judgement to be President of the United States, he has brought hope to millions of New Yorkers and I know he'll bring hope to the American people."

May 17, 2016 - Obama approval at 38%

WASHINGTON, DC - A Gallup Poll found that 38% of Americans approved of President Obama's job performance, and 32% felt the United States was heading in the right direction.

May 25, 2016 - Christie: Cuomo is trying to be all things to all voters

LANSING, MI - On the campaign trail, Republican Presidential Nominee Chris Christie attacked opponent Andrew Cuomo as trying to pander to voters. "He has said that President Obama's policies are working, but that the economy isn't. He's said he's going to reduce taxes, but then he's proposed raising them. He went to Massachusetts and said that the federal government wasn't too big, but then said he'd cut the size of government while in Pennsylvania. It seems my opponent is changing positions whenever he goes to a different place - I will not change my positions, I am who I am and that's it" Christie stated.

June 1, 2016 - Christie leads Cuomo by 8

Chris Christie (R) 49%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 41%
Undecided 10%

June 7, 2016 - Clintons endorse Cuomo

PHILADELPHIA, PA - Former President Bill Clinton and Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton endorsed Andrew Cuomo for President. "Andrew Cuomo was a vital part of my agenda to make our cities safer when he was at HUD, and he's been leading the charge for equality in education and women's health as Governor of New York" Bill Clinton stated. "Governor Cuomo will lead this country in a way that promotes unity and resolve, and it will reflect positively onto the rest of the world" Hillary Clinton said of Cuomo.

June 12, 2016 - Cuomo hits Christie on social issues
MILWAULKEE, WI - Democratic Presidential Nominee Andrew Cuomo told supporters he felt Chris Christie was to conservative for most Americans on social issues. "Governor Christie cut funding for planned parenthood, which provides women's health care, in New Jersey. Even in 2016, he opposes same-sex marriage, and believes that government ought to decide for a woman what she gets to do with her own body. This is wrong, and it's not consistent with the vast majority of Americans" Cuomo stated.

July 2, 2016 - Christie selects Martinez for Vice President

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Republican Presidential Nominee Chris Christie announced his choice of New Mexico Governor Susanna Martinez as his running-mate in the 2016 presidential election. "Susanna Martinez is not a product of Washington, she's been a Governor who has had to make tough decisions in one of the poorest states in America. She's cut taxes, held the line on spending, taken on corruption, and made sure laws are enforced fairly, and for everyone." Martinez stated that "Chris Christie is a strong, effective, and bi-partisian leader who has saved the state of New Jersey; his commitment to growing the economy, protecting our country, saving our schools, fixing our health care, and fundamentally changing Washington is what we need today."

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July 12, 2016 - Cuomo taps Hagan for Vice President

CHAPEL HILL, NC - Democratic Presidential Nominee Andrew Cuomo announced his selection of North Carolina Senator Kay Hagan for Vice President. "Kay Hagan's experience in both foreign affairs and economic issues enable her to be a trusted partner of mine over the next eight years. I know she is ready to be our Vice President" Cuomo stated. "Andrew Cuomo has put his state before his national ambitions, he understands the necessity of education, women's health care, and balancing budgets. Andrew Cuomo will lead this country with dignity and honor" Hagan said of Cuomo.

July 17, 2016 - Former President Bush backs Christie

DALLAS, TX - Former President George W. Bush backed Chris Christie for President. Bush said that "Chris Christie is someone who can bring Americans together to grow our economy and defeat an enemy that is hateful and violent. I trust his judgement and know he'll make a great President" Bush said.

August 1, 2016 - Dean delivers DNC keynote address in Phoenix

PHOENIX, AZ - Former Governor of Vermont and Presidential Hopeful Howard Dean delivered the keynote address at his party's national convention. Dean praised the Cuomo/Hagan ticket, and said the democrats would win on issues such as education, women's health, taxes, and foreign affairs. He slammed GOP candidate Chris Christie as "moderate compared to the tea party, but still too extreme on social issues and tax cuts for most Americans."

August 3, 2016 - Hagan delivers acceptance speech for Vice Presidential Nomination

PHOENIX, AZ - Senator Kay Hagan of North Carolina accepted the Democratic nomination for Vice President. "Our vision of the next four years is very different from that of Mr. Christie. We believe that by cutting taxes on the middle class and asking millionaires to pay more, by putting together a commission to reform social security as opposed to privatizing it, by eliminating cooperate loopholes, by investing in women's health care as opposed to cutting it, and by continuing the same foreign policy as the past eight years as opposed to going back to the George Bush era, we will be better off in 2020 than we are today" Hagan stated.

August 4, 2016 - Cuomo accepts Democratic Presidential Nomination

PHOENIX, AZ - Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York accepted his party's nomination for President of the United States. "Together, you and I will spread our message of hope across the country. We'll win this fall, and we'll move together to bring hope to all Americans. I believe that working together, we can balance the budget, fix our failing education system, cut taxes on middle class Americans, rein in excesses of government, and invest in women's health care without breaking the bank" Cuomo stated.

August 12, 2016 - Giuliani delivers RNC keynote address

LAS VEGAS, NV - Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani delivered a keynote address to republicans at their national convention. "For eight years, Americans have seen a President who has led us down a dangerous path in the world, a President who is afraid to stand up to our enemies, and a President who has let his ideology clout common sense in fixing our health care system and economy. After eight years of failed leadership and awful policies, it's time for a reformer with results. Chris Christie has led in a bi-partisian fashion to fix his state's economy, he understands the need to unite people behind a common purpose: fixing our economy, and protecting our country" Giuliani stated.

August 14, 2016 - Martinez accepts GOP Vice Presidential Nomination

LAS VEGAS, NV - Governor Susana Martinez of New Mexico accepted her party's nomination for Vice President. "Make no mistake about it, Governor Cuomo and Senator Hagan will continue the failed policies of the past eight years which has left millions of our citizens poorer, lacking employment, and losing their health care. We have a different vision for our country in mind. We know that by reducing taxes, reducing regulations, by fixing health care, and through reducing the national debt, America can compete and a global economy, and we can create new jobs for our citizens" Martinez stated.

August 15, 2016 - Chris Christie accepts GOP Presidential Nomination

LAS VEGAS, NV - Chris Christie accepted his party's nomination for President. "I know that the American people will unite behind a vision of reform for the future of our country. Our opponents do not realize what we do: that bringing people together helps fix our most complex problems. So, we will get to work. I'll work with you to reduce taxes on business and on ordinary Americans. We'll work together to repeal - and replace - the health care law passed in 2010 with one that encourages competition in the marketplace. We will join forces to reduce our nation's debt. The goals: to create jobs and reduce our debt so we can grow our economy again" Christie stated.

August 20, 2016 - Cuomo kicks off 2 day bus tour with Biden, Clinton

DENVER, CO - Democratic Presidential Nominee Andrew Cuomo kicked off a two day, two state bus tour with Vice President Joe Biden and Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. The tour went was to go through Colorado and Nevada.

August 25, 2016 - Bloomberg backs Cuomo

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg backed Andrew Cuomo for President. "Governor Cuomo is committed to the issues I care about such as public health, the environment, and gun control, and so he has my full support in the November election" Bloomberg said of Cuomo.

September 2, 2016 - Giuliani: Christie will win Ohio, presidency

WASHINGTON, DC - In an interview with CBS News, Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Chris Christie's campaign co-chair, said the campaign expected Christie to carry Ohio and the election come November. "Our numbers show we'll win the white house thanks to Ohio" Giuliani stated.

September 5, 2016 - Gallup poll shows Christie leads in key states, nationally


National Election
Chris Christie (R) 48%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 42%

National Election Amongst Independents
Chris Christie (R) 50%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 39%

Ohio
Chris Christie (R) 46%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 42%

Pennsylvania
Chris Christie (R) 47%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 46%

Colorado
Andrew Cuomo (D) 45%
Chris Christie (R) 44%

Virginia
Andrew Cuomo (R) 47%
Chris Christie (R) 43%

New Jersey
Chris Christie (R) 49%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 44%

Florida
Chris Christie (R) 48%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 43%

New Hampshire
Chris Christie (R) 45%
Andrew Cuomo (D) 44%

September 9, 2016 - Manchin to chair "Democrats for Christie" efforts

COLUMBUS, OH - Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia agreed to chair a "Democrats for Christie" campaign nationally. Between September 15 and election day, Manchin would take the tour to stops in West Virginia, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Florida, Nevada, and Washington. The efforts would focus on issues such as education, energy, and tax reform - areas the Christie campaign felt they could reach democrats.

September 14, 2016 - Wall Street Journal endorses Christie economic plan, says Cuomo not realistic

NEW YORK, NY - While the Wall Street Journal did not endorse either presidential candidate, they did say Chris Christie had a superior economic plan to that of Andrew Cuomo's. "Mr. Christie's $1.1 trillion tax cut is off-set by a closure of $700 billion in loopholes, plus another $400 billion in savings simply by his proposed changes to social security and reducing the federal workforce by a third by the year 2019. Combined with his plan to scrap a decade's worth of regulations and to repeal Obamacare, we believe that Americans could see between 2 and 4 million jobs by the year 2020. By contrast, Mr. Cuomo has not been realistic. He's proposed a $700 billion tax cut for those making under $150,000 per year. He says he'd pay for it by increasing taxes on the top 2% of Americans through a rate increase from 39% to 41%. But, Mr. Cuomo has also proposed new spending for education, women's health, infrastructure, farmers, green technology, and medicaid. In all, he has proposed $675 billion over a decade in new spending, and that's after his tax plan is taken into effect. His medicaid expansion plan could cost another $300 billion on top of that. The only way he can balance the budget is using accounting gimmicks, which his campaign has utilized" the journal stated.

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September 17, 2016 - In interview, Obama defends legacy, talks Cuomo and Christie

WASHINGTON, DC - In an interview on NBC news, President Barack Obama defended his administration's legacy. "We conducted a foreign policy which kept Americans safe and brought hundreds of our enemies to justice, we made health care more accessible at home, we cut taxes on the working poor, we implemented accountability in education, and we've made record investments to end our dependence on foreign oil" the President stated. On the presidential race, the President remarked that, "I like both Governor Cuomo and Governor Christie. But, Andrew Cuomo is my choice for President. While he disagrees with us on a few issues, no one fought harder for our educational reforms and has been a stronger supporter of our energy policies at the state level as Governor Cuomo. Governor Christie has shown a willingness to work with others during crisis, but on a policy basis I think he is out of step with a majority of the public given his views on same-sex marriage, abortion, gun control, and giving tax breaks to the wealthy."

September 24, 2016 - Chris Christie campaigns in Alaska, talks energy

Chris Christie took his campaign to Alaska where he gave an address mainly focused on energy policy. Christie said he'd fight to de-regulate the energy sector, which he argued would increase the ability of oil companies to drill for oil, which in turn would lower costs.

September 27, 2016 - Christie campaigns with Bush in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA - GOP Presidential Nominee Chris Christie campaigned across Virginia with Former President George W. Bush. Christie and Bush touted the importance of a GOP victory in November.

October 1, 2016 - Dean bashes Christie at Cuomo rally

VINELAND, NJ - At a campaign stop in southern New Jersey, Former Vermont Governor and Presidential Hopeful Howard Dean bashed Chris Christie at a Cuomo/Hagan rally. "Governor Christie is a bully, he's pitted people against each other, and the result has been that women haven't been given the same health care choices, teachers have had to see their take home pay decline, and millionaire's have been given a tax break where as he's raised taxes on the working poor in New Jersey" Dean stated.

October 3, 2016 - Shaq backs Christie

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - Basketball Legend Shaquille O'Neal backed Chris Christie's presidential bid. "Chris Christie has been a tireless champion for the poor and disadvantaged students, and I'll be voting for him this fall" Shaq stated.

October 8, 2016 - Despite tension, DeBlasio says Cuomo best choice, Christie "dangerous"

NEW YORK, NY - New York City Mayor Bill DeBlasio said although he had disagreements with Andrew Cuomo at times, he would be supporting him in the fall. "Chris Christie is dangerous, he believes in cooperate welfare, tax breaks for the super rich, and gutting women's health and education for the poor, he's not a responsible choice" DeBlasio stated.

King responds to DeBlasio

NEW YORK, NY - Congressman Peter King of New York responded to comments Mayor of New York City Bill DeBlasio made about GOP Presidential Nominee Chris Christie. "Governor Christie has fought for every single citizen of New Jersey, not just the rich, and his record shows it. Mayor DeBlasio, who by the way is down in the polls, has been the most divisive Mayor in the history of our city, he needs to mind his own business and worry about the city" King stated.

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October 14, 2016 - Christie, Cuomo debate domestic issues

ST. LOUIS, MO - Republican Presidential Nominee Chris Christie and Democratic Presidential Nominee Andrew Cuomo debated domestic issues during their first presidential debate. Christie, arguing the economy was the top issue in the 2016 campaign, promoted his $1.1 trillion tax cut, entitlement reform, debt reduction, border security, and repeal and replacement of Obamacare as top priorities of his. Christie attacked President Barack Obama's economic and health care policies. Mr. Cuomo argued investments in education, women's health care, and infrastructure were some priorities of his. He argued that Chris Christie had cut funding for those priorities as Governor of New Jersey.

CNN POLL: Who won the first debate?
Chris Christie 45%
Andrew Cuomo 41%

October 19, 2016 - Vice Presidential Nominees participate in debate


MONTCLAIR, NJ - Republican Vice Presidential Nominee Susanna Martinez and Democratic Vice Presidential Nominee Kay Hagan participated in a debate. Martinez, arguing her and Chris Christie were "reformers and Washington outsiders", said the economy was the dominant issue of the 2016 campaign, and the republicans were the better choice to solve economic problems, while Andrew Cuomo was proposing more of the same. Hagan, arguing Christie and Martinez were out of touch, argued that her and Andrew Cuomo had the experience and track records to help lift all Americans up.

FOX NEWS POLL: Who won the VP Debate?
Susanna Martinez 42%
Kay Hagan 41%

October 24, 2016 - Christie, Cuomo debate foreign policy

BOCA RATON, FL - Chris Christie and Andrew Cuomo participated in their second presidential debate, this time on foreign policy. Unlike in the previous debate, Mr. Christie stayed away from attacking the Obama administration, and said he'd fight to increase funding for human intelligence, and he'd strengthen the USAPatriot Act. Mr. Cuomo, who praised President Obama's foreign policy, emphasized his commitment to global human rights and international cooperation.

NBC POLL: Who won the 3rd presidential debate?
Andrew Cuomo 45%
Chris Christie 42%

October 29, 2016 - Christie, Cuomo participate in final debate

CHAPEL HILL, NC - Republican Presidential Nominee Chris Christie and Democratic Presidential Nominee Andrew Cuomo participated in their final presidential debate. Each candidate made their final case to the American public. "For eight years, Americans have had leadership in Washington which has expanded the size and scope of government to deal with our economic problems. Millions of Americans who are out of work, and having a tough time making ends meet, know the consequences of these policies. My goal, as President, will be to create jobs by reducing taxes and regulations, promoting free trade, and replacing a failed health care policy" Chris Christie stated. "My opponent wants you to believe that I am Barack Obama. But, I'm not. I'm Andrew Cuomo. I have the experience to lead this country. I'll work with congress to invest in education, women's health, and infrastructure while closing unfair tax loopholes, ending excesses of government, and reducing our debt" Andrew Cuomo said.

CBS POll: Who won the final presidential debate?
Chris Christie 47%
Andrew Cuomo 41%

Candidates Hold Final Events before Voting


MORRISTOWN, NJ & Cleveland, OH - The Presidential Candidates held their final campaign events on the eve of the 2016 presidential election. Ending a 3 day bus tour through Wisconsin, Ohio, and Pennsylvania alongside Former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Congressman Paul Ryan, and Governor Bobby Jindal, Chris Christie returned to New Jersey. "Tomorrow's vote is to restore our nation's economy, it's to build a brighter future for our republic" Chris Christie told reporters. Andrew Cuomo, speaking alongside Former President Bill Clinton in Ohio, said the election was about the future, not the past. "My opponent continues to talk about things in the context about the past eight years, but he doesn't say enough about what he plans to do during the next eight years" Cuomo stated.


Election night

7 PM
"Welcome to election night 2016, I'm Wolf Blitzer. Our first poll closings have occurred, and we are ready to make some projections at this hour. In the state of Georgia, we project that Chris Christie, the republican has won. Our exit polls show Christie winning with 61% of the vote. In nearby Kentucky, while the U.S. Senate race is still too close to call, Chris Christie has won 59% of the vote according to exit polling, and we call that race for Mr. Christie. Chris Christie has won 58% of the vote, according to exit polling, in South Carolina, and we can project him the winner there as well. In the state of Vermont, our exit polling has Andrew Cuomo with 57% of the vote, and we project him the winner there. Virginia remains too close to call at this hour.

7:30 PM
"We have some more projections to make. Chris Christie is declared the winner in West Virginia, we believe he will win 59% of the vote there according to exit polling. In North Carolina, an early lead by Mr. Christie - but it's still too early. In Ohio, it's still too early and close to call."

8 PM
"In Alabama, the winner is Chris Christie with 62% of the vote according to the exit polls. Connecticut is too early to call. Delaware goes to Andrew Cuomo with 57% of the vote. Florida remains undecided at this hour. Andrew Cuomo has won Illinois, our exit polling has him at 63% in Barack Obama's home state. Maine remains too close to call, as does Maryland. Massachusetts goes for Cuomo, with 66% of the vote. Mississippi goes for Christie, with 63% of the vote according to exit polls. Missouri goes for Christie with 55% of the vote. New Hampshire is too close to call. In New Jersey, Chris Christie's home state, the race goes for Christie, our exit polls show him winning 55% of the vote in New Jersey - a state which hasn't gone republican since 1988. Christie managed to win 58% of independents and 53% of female voters in New Jersey, though unlike in his re-election year, just 18% of democrats voted for him in the presidential race - below the 32% that did in New Jersey in 2013. Still, 62% of the people there approved of his governorship. In Oklahoma, we project Chris Christie has won 68% of the vote. In Pennsylvania, the race is too close to call. Andrew Cuomo has won 72% of the vote in Rhode Island, he wins there. Chris Christie has carried the state of Tennessee with 60% of the vote. With 94% of the vote, Andrew Cuomo has won Washington D.C.

8:30 PM
"We project that Chris Christie has won the state of Arkansas with 58% of the vote."

8:57 PM
"With 71% of the vote coming in from North Carolina, we project that Chris Christie has carried that state - our polls have him winning 51% of the vote there, a defeat for Andrew Cuomo who's running mate, Senator Kay Hagan, serves North Carolina in the United States Senate."

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9 PM
"Chris Christie has won the state of Arizona with 59% of the vote, and Congressman Trent Franks has won 54% of the vote to succeed retiring Senator John McCain in the U.S. Senate. The state of Colorado is too close to call. In Kansas, Chris Christie has won 66% of the vote according to our projections. Louisiana goes for Christie, with 62% of the vote. Andrew Cuomo has won the state of Michigan with 54% of the vote. Minnesota also goes for Cuomo with 55% of the vote. Nebraska goes for Christie with 64% of the vote. In New Mexico, the home state of Chris Christie's running mate, Susanna Martinez, the Christie/Martinez ticket has won with 53% of the vote. New Yorkers stick with their Governor - Andrew Cuomo has won New York with 52% of the vote, while Mr. Christie has won 47%. While Cuomo won 55% of independents, female voters didn't overwhelmingly go for him, in fact he won women by just 1 point - 50% to Christie's 49% in New York. Chris Christie has won the state of South Dakota with 71% of the vote, and he's carried Texas with 64% of the vote. The state of Wisconsin remains too close to call. Chris Christie has won the state of Wyoming with 74% of the vote."

9:22 PM
"We have some breaking news, Chris Christie has carried the state of Ohio - 51% to Andrew Cuomo's 48%. Christie is also leading in Pennsylvania and Colorado, though Mr. Cuomo has a narrow lead in Virginia and Wisconsin."

9:34 PM
"We have more breaking news, Chris Christie has become the first republican since 2000 to carry the state of New Hampshire, with all the votes in, Christie has won New Hampshire literally by 7,200 votes." Chris Christie has also carried the state of Pennsylvania, 50% to Andrew Cuomo's 49%.

9:47 PM
"We have breaking news, Chris Christie has won the state of Colorado - he won 52% of the vote there, to Andrew Cuomo's 47%."

10 PM
"We have some more projections to make. Chris Christie has won the state of Montana with 60% of the vote. He's also carried Utah with 72% of the vote. Iowa and Nevada remain too close to call."

10:22 PM
"We have some breaking news - Chris Christie has won the state of Florida with 52% of the vote, to Andrew Cuomo's 47%. Marco Rubio has also been re-elected with 51% of the vote in Florida in a tough race against Former Congressman Kendrick Meek."

10:34 PM
"We have more breaking news, Chris Christie has won the state of Nevada with 53% of the vote, and he has carried Virginia with 50% of the vote."

10:47 PM
AP: Christie elected President
"The associated press has just announced that Andrew Cuomo made a phone call to Chris Christie to concede the presidential election. As of this hour, Christie leads Cuomo, with 77% of the votes coming in nation wide, 53% to 46%, and has a large enough electoral college lead to claim victory. We are told Andrew Cuomo will concede at 11:30, and Christie will accept victory just after midnight."

Exit Polls
White - Christie 77% Cuomo 32%
Hispanic - Cuomo 60% Christie 39%
Black - Cuomo 87% Christie 12%
Asian - Cuomo 66% Christie 33%
Democrat - Cuomo 88% Christie 11%
Independent - Christie 57% Cuomo 41%
Republican - Christie 92% Cuomo 6%
Male - Christie 63% Cuomo 36%
Female - Cuomo 52% Christie 47%
Liberal - Cuomo 90% Christie 9%
Moderate - Christie 55% Cuomo 44%
Conservative - Christie 93% Cuomo 6%
Union household - Cuomo 80% Christie 19%
Non Union household Christie 59% Cuomo 40%
Christian - Christie 56% Cuomo 43%
Catholic - Christie 51% Cuomo 48%
Jewish - Cuomo 62% Christie 37%
Obama Approval - Approve 38% Disapprove 55%
Christie Approval (NJ only) Approve 62% Disapprove 25%
Cuomo Approval (NY only) Approve 45% Disapprove 50%
Martinez Approval (NM Only) Approve 52% Disapprove 31%
Hagan Approval (NC Only) Approve 55% Disapprove 32%
Who'd better handle economy - Christie 51% Cuomo 48%
Who'd better handle debt - Christie 60% Cuomo 38%
Who'd better handle foreign affairs - Christie 53% Cuomo 45%
Who'd better handle health care - Christie 55% Cuomo 44%
Who'd better handle taxes - Christie 57% Cuomo 41%
More trustworthy - Christie 60% Cuomo 39%
More honest - Christie 72% Cuomo 26%
Cares about people like me - Cuomo 50% Christie 49%
More experienced - Cuomo 55% Christie 44%

11:30 PM

ALBANY, NY - New York Governor Andrew Cuomo conceded the presidential race to Republican Chris Christie. "Moments ago, I spoke with Chris Christie and offered him and his family my congratulations on their win tonight" Cuomo stated. "We ran a campaign based on bringing hope to the American people, and I believe that although we were not successful, we were able to still bring hope to the political process" Cuomo added.

12:10 AM

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - President-elect Chris Christie addressed supporters after learning of his victory in the 2016 presidential election. "Tonight, Americans have voted for a new direction for our country. We are unified behind common values and common goals. We will govern in a way which makes all of our people proud. Our economy will prosper, our debt will be reduced, taxes will be lowered, and our country will be safer" Christie stated. We will work together to make sure all Americans are safer and more prosperous" Christie proclaimed.

12:57 AM
"We now are ready to call the state of California for Andrew Cuomo, with 60% of the vote. Cuomo also wins 55% of the vote in Oregon and 53% in Washington. He takes 70% of the vote in Hawaii and 50% to Chris Christie's 49% in Virginia. Chris Christie has also carried the state of Nevada with 53% of the vote. Connecticut goes for Cuomo with 52%. By just 40,000 votes, Chris Christie has also carried the state of Iowa."

2016 Presidential Election

Chris Christie / Sussana Martinez (R) 53% 311 electoral college votes
Andrew Cuomo / Kay Hagan (D) 46% 227 electoral college votes
Other 1%

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November 12, 2016 - President-elect Christie meets with Obama

WASHINGTON, DC - President-elect Chris Christie and President Barack Obama met in Washington D.C. to discuss the transition of power.

November 18, 2016 - Christie meets with Cantor, Reid to discuss priorities

WASHINGTON, DC - President-elect Chris Christie met with House Speaker Eric Cantor and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid about his first term agenda. The pair agreed tax reform, a debt reduction proposal, and immigration reform would be top priorities of the first several months of the Christie administration.

November 30, 2016 - Christie, Cuomo meet

MORRISTOWN, NJ - President-elect Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew Cuomo met for the first time since Christie's defeat of Cuomo on election day. The pair discussed education reform and energy policy, areas they believed they could find common ground.

December 1, 2016 - Gudango: I will seek a full term in New Jersey

LONG BRANCH, NJ - Governor Kim Guadango announced she would be seeking a full term as Governor of New Jersey. "With Chris Christie in Washington and me in Trenton, New Jersey will continue to see positive economic growth" The Governor stated. Gudanago took over as Governor following Christie's May 2015 resignation to run for President.

December 8, 2016 - Pallone announces run for Governor

ASBURY PARK, NJ - Congressman Frank Pallone announced he would run for Governor of New Jersey in the 2017 gubernatorial race. "I am running for Governor to focus on education, providing health care to the poor, and asking millionaire's to pay their fair share of taxes so we can invest in infrastructure and renewable energy in our state" Pallone stated.

December 15, 2016 - Grimm to run for Mayor

STATEN ISLAND, NY - New York Congressman Michael Grimm announced his intention to challenge incumbent democratic Mayor Bill DeBlasio in 2017. "Since Mayor DeBlasio has been in charge, crime has surged by 12% - the first time we've seen any increase in crime since 1993, and the largest increase since 1990. We've seen unemployment rise up to 8%, the highest it's been in two decades. It's time for someone who will lead New York City in a way that unites us all, and I think I bring that to the table" Grimm stated.

January 15, 2017 - Christie cabinet complete
President - Chris Christie
Vice President - Susanna Martinez
Secretary of State - Rudy Giuliani
Secretary of Defense - Paul Wolfowitz
Secretary of Homeland Security - William J. Bratton
FBI Director - Tommy Franks
CIA Director - Avril Haines
Secretary of Health and Human Services - Nan Hayworth
Secretary of Education - Jeb Bush
Attorney General - Jeff Cheisa
Secretary of Energy - Chris Coons
Secretary of Labor - Martha Roby
Secretary of Treasury - Mitt Romney 
Secretary of Commerce - Kenneth C. Frazier
Office of Management & Budget Director - Paul Ryan
UN Ambassador - Liz Cheney
Secretary of Transportation - Bill Baroni
Secretary of Agriculture - Kristi Noem
EPA Director - Jon Huntsman Jr.

January 20, 2017 - Chris Christie sworn in as President of the United States

WASHINGTON, DC - Chris Christie was sworn in as America's 45th President of the United States. "I pledge to you, that I will always tell you the truth, and I'll fight for 100% of our citizens each and everyday. That's what you voted for, and that's what I intend on doing" Christie stated.

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January 28, 2017 - Christie, congressional leaders agree on tax cut plan

WASHINGTON, DC - After weeks of negotiations, President Chris Christie and congressional leaders agreed to a $1 trillion tax cut plan. The plan lowered taxes by 33% on those in all but the top tax bracket, it reduced the capital gains tax on profits below $500,000 from 15% to 5%, and it lowered the cooperate tax rate from 35% to 22%. The plan also increased the per child tax credit by an additional $300. It also limited deductions to $12,000 for those in all but the top tax bracket, it eliminated deductions for those in the top tax bracket,  and it closed all cooperate loopholes. While the plan was valued at $1 trillion, the tax reforms made the actual cost $600 billion over 12 years.

Feb. 2, 2017 - Steve Lonegan announces third run for Governor

HACKENSACK, NJ - Former Bogota Mayor Steve Lonegan announced he would challenge sitting Governor Kim Guadango in her bid for a full term as Governor. "Kim Guadango has been supportive of taxpayer subsidies and she's pro-choice, we republicans deserve a true conservative as the nominee of our party" Lonegan stated.

Feb. 7, 2017 - Report: White House urges Cantor gubernatorial run

WASHINGTON, DC - Republican sources said that President Christie's political team urged Virginia republicans to support House Speaker Eric Cantor for Governor of Virginia in 2017. Likely Democratic Candidate Ralph Northam outpolls every republican except Cantor, who leads by 3 percentage points, in a hypothetical race.

Feb. 12, 2017 - Christie meets with Cantor, Reid, and Rubio on immigration

WASHINGTON, DC - President Christie met at the white house with House Speaker Eric Cantor, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, and Senator Marco Rubio of Florida to discuss the issue of illegal immigration. Christie voiced support for border security, e-verify, and a five month temporary worker program.

Feb. 18, 2017 - Fulop to run for Governor of New Jersey

JERSEY CITY, NJ - Mayor Jerry Fulop of Jersey City, NJ announced he would run for Governor in 2017. "I believe there are some things Chris Christie did well in Trenton, some things he didn't do well. I will govern as someone who will use taxpayer money wisely; we'll invest in education and middle class tax cuts, but we won't break the bank" Fulop stated.

Feb. 20, 2017 - Poll: NJ Governor, NYC Mayor

NJ GOP Gubernatorial Nomination
Kim Guadango 60%
Steve Lonegan 30%
Other 10%

NJ DEM Gubernatorial Nomination
Jerry Fulop 35%
Frank Pallone 32%
John McKeon 20%
Robert Gordon 6%
Milly Silva 4%
Other 3%

NJ Gubernatorial General Election

Jerry Fulop 44%
Kim Guadango 42%

Kim Guadango 46%
Frank Pallone 44%

Jerry Fulop 61%
Steve Lonegan 18%

Frank Pallone 58%
Steve Lonegan 19%

NYC GOP Mayoral Nomination
Ray Kelly 40%
Michael Grimm 33%
John Catsimatidis 20%
Other 7%

NYC Mayoral General Election

Bill DeBlasio 47%
Ray Kelly 44%

Bill DeBlasio 48%
Michael Grimm 44%

Bill DeBlasio 51%
John Catsimatidis 38%

March 1, 2017 - Cuccinelli to run for Governor

FAIRFAX STATION, VA - Former Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli, the 2013 GOP nominee for Governor, announced he would again run for Governor. "I believe the pro-life position, and the positions of wanting to balance our budgets and defend the sanctity of marriage are important, and I'm running to advance those views" Cuccinelli told supporters.

March 12, 2017 - Eric Cantor announces gubernatorial bid

RICHMOND, VA - House Speaker Eric Cantor announced he would run for Governor of Virginia in the 2017 gubernatorial race. "I believe our state needs a Governor whose primary focus is creating jobs by reducing taxes and overburdensome regulations. I also think we need a Governor to focus on providing Virginia's counties with the tools they need to make our schools work for every child, with a primary focus on school choice and fairer school funding" Cantor said.

April 4, 2017 - Christie orders administration, IRS to stop enforcing Obamacare
WASHINGTON, DC - President Chris Christie ordered members of his administration and the IRS to stop enforcing The Affordable Care Act.

May 21, 2017 - Christie signs bi-partisian immigration reform into law

WASHINGTON, DC - President Chris Christie signed an immigration reform package which provided states with $500 million and mandated border security. The reform law also had a 3 month temporary worker program, enforcement of e-verify, and it allowed illegal immigrants to obtain legal status, but not citizenship by going to their home countries first before applying for legal status. The law also provided annual funding for catch and release - a cost of $15 billion annually, paid for by re-directing homeland security funds. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Jon Tester (D-MT) were the lead sponsors of the bill.

June 8, 2017 - In New Jersey, Kim Guadango (R) and Frank Pallone (D) win their primaries. Congressman Michael Grimm wins GOP nomination for NYC Mayor against Incumbent Democrat Bill Deblasio.

WASHINGTON, DC - In the race for Governor of New Jersey,  Governor Kim Guadango won 71% of the vote in a GOP gubernatorial primary, easily defeating tea party candidate Steve Lonegan. Congressman Frank Pallone narrowly won a primary, defeating Mayor Jerry Fulop of Jersey City 40%-38%. In New York City, Congressman Michael Grimm upset Former Police Commissioner Ray Kelly 46%-39% to win a mayoral primary for the right to challenge Democratic Mayor Bill Deblasio.

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July 22, 2017 - Virginia GOP candidates attack each other as democrats ready for victory

RICHMOND, VA - As Lt. Governor Ralph Northam of Virginia is heavily expected to win his party's nomination for Governor, Republican House Speaker Eric Cantor and primary rival Ken Cuccinelli hammered each other over a series of issues. "The fact of the matter is, I've put forth a plan that would eliminate our income tax, increase choice in education while allowing counties to receive fair funding of educational dollars, and I've discussed ways we could reduce state spending - my opponent has not put forth a real plan to achieve real income tax relief while funding our schools and cutting government spending" Eric Cantor stated. "Eric Cantor has been in Washington for a long time cutting deals with Nancy Pelosi that he forgets that ending cooperate subsidies, fighting the federal government's health care policies, and enacting a pro-life constitutional amendment is something people in this state want" Ken Cuccinelli said of his opponent.

August 5, 2017 - Northam, Cantor win primaries

RICHMOND, VA - With 92% of the vote, Lt. Governor Ralph Northam was nominated for Governor of Virginia in the fall 2017 election. On the republican side, House Speaker Eric Cantor defeated Former Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli 57%-42%.

September 21, 2017 - Christie calls for deficit reduction in 2018

WASHINGTON, DC - President Christie urged leaders in both parties to work with him and his administration to reduce the national debt. Christie said he'd like a budget which reduces deficit spending through entitlement reform.

October 10, 2017 - Christie hits campaign trail for Guadango, Cantor, and Grimm

WASHINGTON, DC - President Christie planned a two day campaign bus tour in which he would campaign for GOP hopefuls in New Jersey, Virginia, and New York City.

November 3, 2017 - elections held in NJ, NYC, and VA
WASHINGTON, DC - Voters took to the polls in New Jersey, Virginia, and New York City. In New Jersey, Republican Governor Kim Guadango and Lt. Governor Tom Kean Jr. defeated Democratic challengers Frank Pallone and John McKeon 55%-44%. In Virginia, Republican Eric Cantor defeated Democrat Ralph Northam 51%-48% in the race for Governor. In New York City, Republican Michael Grimm defeated Incumbent Democratic Mayor 48.2%-48.1%.


November 28, 2017 - DEMS, REPS elect new congressional leaders
WASHINGTON, DC - Democrats and Republicans elected new leadership to the house and senate. The leadership is as follows:

Democratic Leadership
Chris Van Hollen (MD) - House Minority Leader
Steve Israel (NY) - House Minority Whip
Donald Payne Jr. (NJ) - Democratic Conference Chair
Dick Durbin (IL) - Senate Majority Leader
Robert Menendez (NJ) - Senate Majority Whip
Claire McCaskill (MO) - Senate Democratic Caucus Leader

Republican Leadership
Marsha Blackburn (TN) - House Speaker
Kevin McCarthy (CA) - House Majority Leader
Cathy McMorris Rogers (WA) - House Republican Conference Chair
Pat Toomey (PA) - Senate minority leader
Marco Rubio (FL) - Senate minority whip
John Thune (SD) - Senate Republican Caucus Leader

December 15, 2017 - Cornyn, Patrick elected as party chairs
WASHINGTON, DC - Republicans elected Senator John Cornyn of Texas as chairman of the Republican National Committee while Democrats elected Former Governor of Massachusetts Deval Patrick as their party's committee leader.

December 20, 2017 - Gallup: Public supports Christie, divided on congress and parties

Christie Approval
Approve: 67%
Disapprove: 30%

Congress Approval
Approve: 49%
Disapprove: 41%

Senate Approval
Approve: 51%
Disapprove: 39%

Republican Party Approval
Approve: 47%
Disapprove: 48%

Democratic Party Approval
Approve: 52%
Disapprove: 40%

2018 Election
Democratic: 44%
Republican: 41%

Vice President Martinez Approval
Approve: 59%
Disapprove: 21%

Secretary of State Giuliani Approval
Approve: 64%
Disapprove: 23%

Christie Handling of Economy
Approve: 55%
Disapprove: 30%

Right Direction Vs. Wrong Direction for US
Right Direction: 50%
Wrong Direction: 39%

December 22, 2017 - With white house urging, Mitch Daniels to challenge Senator Joe Donnelly
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - With the urging of President Christie's political team, Former Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels announced he would seek the GOP nomination to challenge Senator Joe Donnelly in the 2018 midterm election. "President Christie needs another vote in the U.S. Senate so we can grow our economy and put our fiscal house in order" Daniels said in a statement announcing his plan to run.

[NHI]

I hope we have President Christie in 2017! Great timeline!

[Tayya]

Hrrm. I hope the timeline won't be a total Republican-lovefest. It would be a shame - I like the detail.

[free my dawg]

Hrrm. I hope the timeline won't be a total Republican-lovefest. It would be a shame - I like the detail.

I don't think it's turning into a GOP wank quite yet. It's a good timeline, just have a few issues with it:

• I could see Manchin cross-endorsing, but Graham and Bayh would never endorse Christie over Cuomo. Cuomo's fairly centrist/moderate heroish himself, plus all three of them are New Democrats. Two of the party's founders would never betray one of their own.
• You only briefly go over two races (and don't even tell us how one turns out) for Senate. I'd like to see more of it - I'm wondering if Christie's moderate credentials could carry a few purple staters and even Kirk.
• Just a few leadership issues. Blackburn would never ascend to Speakership - McCarthy's seen as the heir apparent, and if they want a woman, they have McMorris Rodgers, who already beat her for a leadership post. I have a bit of trouble seeing the Dems nominate McCaskill, who's arguably the most vulnerable Senator in 2018.
  

[PPT Spiral]

This is one of the better timelines I've seen as of late. Keep up the good work. How far are you planning to go in time with it?

[jaichind]

"Andrew Cuomo has won Illinois, our exit polling has him at 63% in Barack Obama's home state"

I find it hard to believe that Cuomo would win 63% of Illinois when in 2008 Illinois's Favorite Son Obama could only win 62% of the vote in a decisive D victory overall.

But otherwise an awesome thread.