former ally to chris christie is expected to plead guilty. he and former christie administration officials were allegedly involved in the political payback plan to cause massive traffic backups in the town of fort lee, new jersey. the mayor said it was because he wouldn't endorse governor christie's re-election bid. access lanes were closed for several days in september 2013. >> fort lee traffic is a nightmare. the gw bridge is totally gridlocked. >> we're getting calls from irate motorists. >> you are aware the town is a total gridlock right? >> no emergency vehicles will be able to get through. >> in addition we're expected to hear from u.s. attorney about indictments related to the scandal. i'm joined now by nbc news political editor mark murray and abby huntsman. good morning. the governor insists he had no