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McLaughlin Secures Third Term; Democrats Flip Troy Council

11/5/2025

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Steve McLaughlin won a third term as Rensselaer County executive, with 20,525 votes (53.72%) to Tiffani Silverman’s 17,643 votes (46.18%).
He celebrated at the Franklin Terrace Ballroom, citing tax cuts and infrastructure improvements.
Democrats flipped the Troy City Council to a Democratic majority.
McLaughlin's term begins January 2026, and unofficial results show Republicans holding the County Legislature, with Democrats gaining two seats.

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Story summary

Steve McLaughlin won a third term as Rensselaer County executive, with 20,525 votes (53.72%) to Tiffani Silverman’s 17,643 votes (46.18%).
He celebrated at the Franklin Terrace Ballroom, citing tax cuts and infrastructure improvements.
Democrats flipped the Troy City Council to a Democratic majority.
McLaughlin's term begins January 2026, and unofficial results show Republicans holding the County Legislature, with Democrats gaining two seats.