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Brooklyn leads early voting surge in NYC, early returns appear promising for local Democrats

By Kirstyn Brendlen

Posted on November 2, 2026

Early voting turnout in New York City skyrocketed in the days preceding the Nov. 3 general election, and Brooklyn led the five boroughs in the number of voters.

Approximately 690,526 people across the city cast their ballots during nine days of early voting, according to Board of Elections data, a 60% increase in early voting turnout compared to the 2022 midterms.

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Brooklyn leads early voting surge in NYC, early returns appear promising for local Democrats

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Brooklyn leads early voting surge in NYC, early returns appear promising for local Democrats