Could Guadagno’s criticism of Trump be hurting her chances for governor?

 In this May 18, 2017 file photo, New Jersey Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno speaks during a Republican gubernatorial primary debate in Newark, N.J. Guadagno has been at Gov. Chris Christie's side for the last eight years. Her Republican primary campaign to replace him has forced her to straddle a fine line between embracing the positive from her time in office and running away from the Christie legacy. (Julio Cortez/AP Pool, File)

In this May 18, 2017 file photo, New Jersey Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno speaks during a Republican gubernatorial primary debate in Newark, N.J. Guadagno has been at Gov. Chris Christie's side for the last eight years. Her Republican primary campaign to replace him has forced her to straddle a fine line between embracing the positive from her time in office and running away from the Christie legacy. (Julio Cortez/AP Pool, File)

NewsWorks Tonight host Dave Heller talks about Guadagno’s sinking prospects with NJ.com reporter Matt Arco.

In the contest to succeed New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, Democrat Phil Murphy has a substantial lead in the polls and the coffers over his Republican opponent, Kim Guadagno. And with a scant three and a half months remaining until voters go to the polls, there are reports that the Republican National Committee and Republican Governors Association are offering Guadagno at best tepid support.

NewsWorks Tonight host Dave Heller talks about Guadagno’s sinking prospects with NJ.com reporter Matt Arco.

Listen to the conversation below.

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