Summary
In the US elections, New York City will elect a new mayor in a race involving a young progressive candidate, Zohran Mamdani, running against the seasoned Andrew Cuomo. Virginia and New Jersey will also choose new governors, and California will vote on whether to redraw its congressional district maps, which is unusual for a mid-decade change. These elections could signal political trends for the upcoming congressional midterm elections.
Key Facts
- There are no presidential or congressional elections, but important local races will occur.
- New York City is choosing a new mayor, with Zohran Mamdani aiming to be the first Muslim and youngest mayor in over a century.
- Andrew Cuomo runs as an independent, having lost the Democratic primary to Mamdani.
- California's Proposition 50 would allow a temporary change in congressional district maps.
- The proposed redistricting aims to counter changes made by Republican-led states.
- In California, 60% of likely voters support Proposition 50, with strong partisan differences.
- New Jersey's governor race is tight with candidates Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
- Virginia is also electing a new governor, which might reflect broader political attitudes.
