Chris Smith

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Christopher H Smith

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth March 4, 1953 (Age: 73)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Chris Smith holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Trenton State College. He began his career in political management, handling a Democratic primary challenge and later transitioning to the Republican Party. Smith has demonstrated expertise in risk management within high-finance before moving into public service. He has authored numerous federal laws focusing on veterans, autism, child abduction, human trafficking, anti-terrorism, and embassy security. Smith is recognized for his effective legislative work and constituent advocacy.

Political Ideas

Chris Smith's political identity is marked by a distinctive blend of deeply rooted local advocacy and a broad, often unexpected, policy focus. His legislative record reveals a calculated approach, such as unexpectedly aligning with opposing factions on environmental regulations to safeguard regional industrial interests. Smith's ideological agility is further evidenced by his shift from Democratic to Republican, reflecting a pragmatic yet principled stance on issues like veterans' healthcare and autism research. His rhetorical style emphasizes relentless advocacy for individual constituents, translating local issues into national policies, which has earned him recognition for tenacity and commitment. Smith's unique approach invites deeper inquiry into how he reconciles these seemingly disparate policy areas.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

Active

(Incumbent)

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District Republican Primary

Unopposed

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey 4th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

265,652 votes (67.40%)

Win

Position Details

2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 New Jersey's 4th congressional district election

173,288 votes (66.90%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey's 4th congressional district, 2020

254,103 votes (59.90%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey's 4th congressional district, 2016

211,992 votes (63.70%)

Win
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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New Jersey's 4th congressional district, 2014

118,826 votes (68.00%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

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New Jersey's 4th congressional district, 2012

195,146 votes (63.70%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey's 4th congressional district, 2010

129,752 votes (67.90%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey's 4th congressional district election, 2008

202,972 votes (66.21%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey's 4th congressional district election, 2006

124,482 votes (65.68%)

Win
2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey's 4th congressional district election, 2004

192,671 votes (63.00%)

Win
2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

66.15% of vote

Win
2000: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

63.20% of vote

Win
1998: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

Loss
1996: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

63.62% of vote

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1994: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

67.90% of vote

Win
1992: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

61.80% of vote

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1990: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

62.70% of vote

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1988: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

65.70% of vote

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1986: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

61.10% of vote

Win
1984: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

61.30% of vote

Win
1980: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

56.60% of vote

Win
1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

New Jersey House of Representatives 4th District

36.90% of vote

Loss

Winner: Frank Thompson