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 robust educational background, having attended St. Mary's High School, Worcester College, and Trenton State College. Early in his career, he managed a political campaign before switching parties and taking a leadership role with a prominent advocacy group. Smith has spent decades in the U.S. House of Representatives, consistently winning re-election with significant voter support. His professional expertise spans various policy areas, including human rights, education, and veterans' affairs, where he has authored impactful legislation and held committee chairmanships. Smith's career demonstrates a commitment to public service and legislative effectiveness.

Political Ideas

Chris Smith's political identity is marked by a blend of staunch conservatism with surprising progressive stances, especially on human rights and environmental issues. His legislative record shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, revealing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Smith's ideological agility is further evidenced by his support for human rights abroad while maintaining a rigid stance on domestic social issues.

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

Committee Membership
Foreign Affairs
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

Election History

New Jersey's 4th congressional district, 2014

118,826 votes (68.00%)

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

Election History

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