Election Day in New York City has arrived, and residents are heading to the polls to participate in the historic 2024 U.S. presidential election. The race is between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, along with other important down-ballot races that will shape the future of the nation.
With thousands of polling sites open across the city, New Yorkers have the opportunity to cast their ballots until 9 p.m. The high voter turnout during the early voting period has led the city’s Board of Elections to anticipate long lines at polling locations on Election Day. If you find yourself in line when the polls close, don’t worry – you will still have the chance to vote.
New York holds 26 electoral votes, and Harris is expected to win the state, as Republicans have not carried New York since Ronald Reagan in 1984. In addition to the presidential race, New Yorkers will also be voting in crucial local elections for Senate, House, State Senate, State Assembly, and various judgeships. There are also six state and local ballot questions that voters will weigh in on.
Governor Kathy Hochul and state Attorney General Letitia James have worked to combat misinformation that could disrupt the voting process. They have reminded voters of their rights and emphasized that it is illegal to intimidate, threaten, or coerce voters at the polls. Registered voters can find their designated polling station on the city’s Board of Elections website.
For voters who need assistance, a bipartisan team of poll workers will be available at polling sites. Interpreters can assist with Spanish, Chinese-Mandarin, Chinese-Cantonese, Korean, and Bengali languages. Throughout the day, amNewYork Metro will be reporting from polling locations to gather voter feedback and assess turnout. Stay tuned for updates and unofficial election results after polls close at 9 p.m. tonight.
