In the nine days of early voting that kicked off on Oct. 26, just shy of 1.1 million New Yorkers had already made it to the polls, according to NYC's Board of Elections. The numbers rivaled that of 2020, which saw 30,000 more people cast an early ballot. This high turnout reflects significant voter engagement in what is being termed a historic election.
The Bronx had the lowest turnout of the five boroughs, making up 14 percent of the early voting pool. Residents attributed their voting decision to various concerns including immigration, homelessness, housing shortages, and inflation. Interestingly, some Bronx residents expressed support for Trump despite the area's long history of not backing Republican candidates.
Polls indicate that this election is hard to predict, with many suggesting a close call is likely. As election day approaches, the anticipation builds, and New Yorkers are urged to check their voting sites for wait times and ensure compliance with voting assignments.
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