Romney Wins Christie Nod as Republicans Seek Edge in Debate

Mitt Romney, working to solidify his status as frontrunner in the Republican presidential race, was endorsed by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie today in New Hampshire, hours before the White House contenders are to debate over the economy in the home of the nation’s first primary.

Christie’s endorsement follows his announcement last week that he wouldn’t mount his own presidential bid, dashing the hopes of some Republican leaders and donors who had sought an alternative to Romney and the party’s other candidates.