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Sandy bill: Chris Christie declares war on his own party

The New Jersey governor lashes out at the “disgusting,” “irresponsible,” and “toxic” behavior of House Republicans in quashing a Sandy relief bill.

Congress passes Sandy relief aid for flood insurance claims

Friday's flood insurance vote will be followed by a vote on Jan. 15 that covers the bulk of the $51 billion aid proposal.

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie walks through the US Capitol in Washington, DC, in December, to ask the White House and Congress for more federal dollars for Superstorm Sandy relief and repair.

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