Christie and G.O.P. Repay State for Helicopter Flights
By RICHARD PÉREZ-PEÑA
Gov. Chris Christie of New Jersey and the Republican Party reimbursed the state more than $3,300 on Thursday for his use of a state police helicopter for personal travel.
The New York State courts have had $170 million slashed from their budgets, and courtrooms that handle minor disputes have been hit especially hard.
Gov. Chris Christie of New Jersey and the Republican Party reimbursed the state more than $3,300 on Thursday for his use of a state police helicopter for personal travel.
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