GOP moves to shorten presidential nominating season
Republican leaders voted to shrink the 2016 nominating cycle to quicken the path to the White House. Iowa New Hampshire South Carolina and Nevada keep early slots with first four contests in February 2016. The convention is expected by late June or early July, about two months sooner than usual.
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Republicans defend Christie at national gathering
Republican activists at a Washington meeting defend New Jersey Governor Chris Christie while cautioning against declaring him front-runner. A senior adviser says Christie has weathered his worst issues, even as federal subpoenas reach his campaign and Democrats press abuse of power claims.
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The National Committee's winter meeting is noted amid a controversy. Christie's popularity has fallen as senior administration members are alleged to have helped create traffic jams to target a Democratic mayor. Additional claims of political bullying have emerged.
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