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Key Elections Today: Democrats Aim for Comeback

11/5/2025

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Voters in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City vote today as U.S. President Donald Trump returns to the White House.
Democrats, facing lows in favorability, rally around Abigail Spanberger and Zohran Mamdani, focusing on affordability and public safety.
Spanberger leads in Virginia, while Mamdani holds a significant lead in New York City despite Andrew Cuomo's challenge.
The results will indicate whether Democrats can rebound or Republicans can maintain momentum.

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Story summary

Voters in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City vote today as U.S. President Donald Trump returns to the White House.
Democrats, facing lows in favorability, rally around Abigail Spanberger and Zohran Mamdani, focusing on affordability and public safety.
Spanberger leads in Virginia, while Mamdani holds a significant lead in New York City despite Andrew Cuomo's challenge.
The results will indicate whether Democrats can rebound or Republicans can maintain momentum.