Donald Trump appoints former rival Chris Christie to expanded team for presidential battle

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he has chosen New Jersey governor Chris Christie, a rival turned ally, to lead his White House transition team as he prepares for the presidential election campaign.

“Governor Christie is an extremely knowledgeable and loyal person with the tools and resources to put together an unparalleled Transition Team, one that will be prepared to take over the White House when we win in November,” he said.

Mr Trump, the presumptive Republican nominee in the November 8 presidential election, said Mr Christie will oversee an “extensive team”.