Representative Chris Smith Seeks 24th Term in New Jersey's 4th Congressional District Amidst Shifting Political Landscape
Representative Chris Smith, a Republican from Manchester, is seeking his 24th term in the U.S. House of Representatives for New Jersey's 4th Congressional District. Smith, who is the dean of New Jersey's congressional delegation and second in line to be the dean of the U.S. House, first won his seat in 1980. His district has undergone significant changes over the decades due to redistricting, yet he has consistently secured re-election. This year, he faces Democratic challenger Rachel Peace, a small businesswoman and single mother known for her activism in Jersey Shore circles. The 4th district is considered New Jersey's most Republican congressional district, with President Trump carrying it by 30 points in 2024, though the Monmouth County portion is less strongly Republican. 
