Jan 7, 2009 12:27 pm US/Eastern
Frm. US Attorney Christie Flirts With NJ Gov. Bid
NEW YORK (CBS/AP) ―
Former U.S. Attorney Chris Christie is dropping hints that he's ready to jump in the New Jersey governor's race.
Republicans close to Christie say the question of his candidacy now is a matter of "when" not "if."
Christie has said he would announce his decision this month, but no announcement has been scheduled.
Longtime Christie friend state Sen. Joe Kyrillos says Christie has been talking politics recently -- something he was barred from doing as U.S. Attorney.
Christie has called a meeting with Republican state senators this week and has been speaking with party leaders individually.
If he runs, the 46-year-old Christie would face a primary challenge from state Assemblyman Rick Merkt and former Bogota Mayor Steve Lonegan.
Democratic Gov. Jon S. Corzine has indicated he will seek re-election.
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