New York City Primary Results: A Night of Shifts and Surprises
The polls have officially closed for Tuesday’s high-stakes primary elections in New York City. From intense battles for House seats to the race for state legislative spots, the city has seen a mixture of incumbent victories and unexpected challengers rising to the top. While some races were predictable, others have signaled a shift in the political landscape of the five boroughs.
The Turnout Gap: A Tale of Two Elections
Despite the significance of the offices on the ballot, voter engagement told a different story this year. The NYC Board of Elections reported a total of 420,527 voter check-ins for the 2026 primaries. This includes 172,743 early voters who cast their ballots during the nine-day window ending June 21, leaving just under 250,000 people to vote on Primary Day itself.
When compared to the 2025 mayoral primary, where over 1 million votes were cast, the drop-off is stark. This lower turnout suggests a fragmented electorate or a lack of urgency compared to the previous year’s executive race.
Key Battlegrounds: Manhattan and Beyond
Manhattan was the epicenter of the most contested races. In House District 12, seven candidates vied to succeed Jerry Nadler. The race became a clash of political identities, with Micah Lasher and Alex Bores emerging as frontrunners, alongside notable figures like anti-Trump activist George Conway.
Another shocking development occurred in House District 10, covering southern Manhattan and northern Brooklyn. In a dogged challenge, former City Comptroller Brad Lander has surged ahead of two-term incumbent U.S. Rep. Dan Goldman, marking a potential major shift in representation for the area.
Meanwhile, in the 7th District, the vacancy left by Nydia Velázquez sparked a fierce three-way battle between Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, Assembly Member Claire Valdez, and City Council Member Julie Won.
Unofficial NYC Election Results Breakdown
Below are the unofficial results provided by the NYC Board of Elections. Projected winners (as called by the Associated Press and The New York Times) are highlighted.
- House District 6 (Queens):
- √ Grace Meng (i) – 57.93%
- Chuck Park – 41.78%
- House District 7 (Brooklyn and Queens):
- √ Claire Valdez – 56.72%
- Antonio Reynoso – 34.37%
- Julie Won – 6.87%
- Vichal Kumar – 1.87%
- House District 10 (Brooklyn and Manhattan):
- √ Brad Lander – 64.29%
- Dan Goldman (i) – 35.52%
- House District 11 (Brooklyn and Staten Island):
- Mike DeCillis – 61.51%
- Allison Ziogas – 37%
- House District 12 (Manhattan):
- Micah Lasher – 39.52%
- Alex Bores – 34.51%
- Jack Kennedy Schlossberg – 10.76%
- George Conway – 6.44%
- House District 13 (Manhattan and Bronx):
- Darializa Avila Chevalier – 48.26%
- Adriano Espaillat (i) – 46.87%
- House District 14 (Bronx and Queens):
- √ Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (i) – 86.65%
- Felipe Garcia – 6.64%
- Marty Dolan – 6.31%
- House District 15 (Bronx):
- √ Ritchie Torres (i) – 72.50%
- Michael Blake – 21.59%
- Jose Vega – 5.33%
- State Comptroller:
- Thomas DiNapoli (i) – 76.81%
- Drew Warshaw – 12.05%
- Raj Goyle – 7.66%
What’s Next?
As the remaining scanners continue to report, these unofficial numbers will be certified by the Board of Elections. The results highlight a trend of strong incumbent support in some areas (like AOC and Ritchie Torres) but a clear appetite for change in others. For more detailed analysis on how these results impact the general election, stay tuned to Associated Press.
