Christie Files Papers to Run for NJ Governor

The filing allows Christie to start raising money for the 2009 race

Former U.S. Attorney Christopher Christie said he's filing papers to run for governor of New Jersey.

In an e-mail to supporters, Christie said a formal announcement will come in the first week in February.

The filing allows Christie to start raising money for the 2009 race.

The 46-year-old Republican with a reputation as a corruption-busting prosecutor has been flirting with a gubernatorial bid since resigning as U.S. Attorney Dec. 1.

Christie faces a primary challenge from state Assemblyman Rick Merkt and former Bogota Mayor Steve Lonegan.

Gov. Jon S. Corzine plans to seek re-election.

The e-mail was first reported by The Star-Ledger of Newark on its Web site.

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