What's happened
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie drops out of the 2024 Republican presidential race and predicts Nikki Haley's defeat in her bid for the nomination.
Why it matters
The departure of Chris Christie from the race and his prediction about Nikki Haley's chances are significant as they impact the dynamics of the Republican presidential nomination race.
What the papers say
The Times reports Christie's departure and his prediction about Nikki Haley's chances, while Business Insider UK and The Independent also cover Christie's comments about Haley and his decision to drop out. SBS provides additional context about Christie's comments and the impact on the Republican nomination race. Axios discusses the significance of Christie's departure and its potential impact on the New Hampshire primary.
How we got here
Chris Christie, a former New Jersey governor, had been struggling in national polling and decided to drop out of the race just days before the Iowa caucuses. His departure is likely to impact the dynamics of the Republican presidential nomination race, particularly in the upcoming New Hampshire primary.
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