Democratic candidates have performed exceptionally well in the US mayoral polls, the first major elections conducted in the US after President Donald Trump returned to the Oval Office.

Democratic contender Zohran Mamdani is set to become the first South Asian and first Muslim mayor of New York City, defeating Andrew Cuomo, who received the support of Trump, Elon Musk, Bill Ackman.

Democratic nominee Mikie Sherrill was elected as the governor of New Jersey, defeating Republican Jack Ciattarelli, a former state representative. The US polls have garnered significant national attention as they approach the 2026 midterms and especially amid Trump's open criticism of Mamdani. Also Read | US Elections 2025: A look at women who recorded major wins

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