New Jersey Governor Christie names his attorney general to Senate

(Reuters) - New Jersey Governor Chris Christie on Thursday appointed state Attorney General Jeffrey Chiesa to temporarily fill the Senate seat left vacant by the death of veteran Democratic Senator Frank Lautenberg.

Chiesa, who previously served on the Republican governor's transition team, will serve only until October 16, when a special election will be held for the U.S. Senate seat, Christie said at a press conference.

(Editing by Barbara Goldberg)

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