Election Live Updates: Voting in New York’s Primaries Enters Final Hours

Key Points:

• The New York gubernatorial race saw strategic moves by Kathy Hochul and Republican candidate Mr. Blakeman, with President Trump declining to endorse Elise Stefanik, leading to her withdrawal and benefiting Hochul by avoiding a tough primary challenge.
• Progressive candidates in Democratic primaries, such as Antonio Delgado and Darializa Avila Chevalier, faced setbacks due to endorsements and strategic alliances, notably Mayor Zohran Mamdani's influence in backing certain candidates and swaying progressive groups.
• Several key New York congressional districts feature competitive primaries with candidates ranging from establishment figures to progressive and socialist challengers, highlighting ideological divides within the Democratic Party and challenges faced by incumbents like Adriano Espaillat and Dan Goldman.
• Voter turnout has been low despite significant campaign spending, with many races influenced by national political dynamics, including shifting attitudes toward Israel within the Democratic base affecting candidates like Goldman and Lander.
• Polling in these races is limited and often sponsored by campaigns or affiliated groups, making outcomes uncertain, especially with high numbers of undecided voters, as seen in districts like the 7th, 10th, and 13th.