Polls are officially open across the Bronx as voters head to the ballot box on Primary Election Day.
New Yorkers headed to the polls Tuesday for the city’s primary election, with voting taking place from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. State election law allows any voter who is in line by the time polls close to remain and cast their ballot.
Because New York operates under a closed primary system, only voters enrolled in a political party may vote in that party’s primary. Residents can verify their polling place through the New York City Board of Elections.
Voters who requested absentee ballots must ensure they are postmarked by June 23 or delivered to a polling site, early voting location or Board of Elections office before the 9 p.m. deadline.
Races we’re watching:
In the Bronx, we’re closely watching congressional primaries for NY-14 and NY-15 that cover the East, West and South Bronx.
In NY-14 — A split-borough district that includes the Queens neighborhoods of Astoria, Elmhurst and Jackson Heights and the Bronx neighborhoods of Hunts Point, Mott Haven, Parkchester and Throggs Neck. Democrats Felipe Garcia and Marty Dolan will challenge incumbent Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who was the youngest woman ever elected to Congress when she took office in 2019.
In NY-15 — A district that covers the Bronx neighborhoods of Allerton, Baychester, Belmont, Fordham, Highbridge, Melrose, Morrisania, Mott Haven, Norwood, Riverdale, Spuyten Duyvil and Tremont. Michael Blake, Jose Vega and Andre Easton will be challenging incumbent Ritchie Torres.
Check back for more updates throughout the day. Notice long lines, equipment issues, or anything else unusual at your polling site? We want to hear from you. Reach out to our newsroom via email or on social media and share what you’re seeing.
