The story LI's election numbers tell so far

The Story LI's Election Numbers Tell So Far

The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter covering local, city, and state political scenes. The 2025 New York City mayoral race dominates the election narrative, with its outcome potentially influencing the 2026 control of the House of Representatives and the New York governorship.

Nassau County Election Overview

In Nassau County, three countywide races and control of its three towns and two cities are at stake. The results could reflect immediate impacts from the NYC election contest. Official returns are expected to begin arriving after 9 p.m., with Suffolk County Board of Elections known for timely updates.

The Nassau County Board of Elections, known for its slow reporting, announced it will stop waiting for a police officer to transport electronic data sticks from voting machines to Mineola. Instead, poll workers have been equipped with iPads to upload results, though significant delays are still expected.

Current Nassau Vote Totals

As of 5 p.m., Nassau's combined tally of daily, absentee, and early voting ballots reached 262,573. Republicans hold a lead of about 4,000 votes over Democrats, a margin that grows larger when including 3,389 votes cast by registered Conservatives.

Republican lead: approximately 4,000 votes
Votes by registered Conservatives: 3,389
Unaffiliated voters: 47,714 ballots cast

The 47,714 ballots from independent voters are crucial, as these swing votes will largely determine the winner of key county offices, including County Executive Bruce A. Blakeman and District Attorney Anne T.

Author's summary: Nassau County's election results hinge on tens of thousands of independent voters, reflecting broader political shifts that may shape New York's political landscape beyond 2025.

Newsday — 2025-11-08