? Former federal prosecutor Christopher Christie formally entered the New Jersey gubernatorial race in Newark Wednesday with the start of a two-day campaign rollout.

Christie, a Republican, told about 200 supporters at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center that he plans to cut taxes, limit spending and curb borrowing. He said he has a four-year plan to bring opportunities to the state.

Christie?s rollout included diner stops in Hamilton and Westville.

The stage is now set for a June primary showdown between Christie and three other Republican candidates. Whoever wins the primary will go up against incumbent Gov. Jon Corzine (D).

Associated Press wire reports contributed to this story

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