NYC NOW Midday News: Early Voting Wraps in NYC , SNAP Delays Continue, and NYC’s Mayoral Race Enters Final Stretch
Nov 3, 2025
Elizabeth Kim, a seasoned WNYC reporter covering NYC politics, dives into the bustling world of the mayoral race as early voting wraps. With record turnout this year, she discusses voter engagement and lengthy polling lines. Kim also addresses the delays in SNAP benefits due to the federal shutdown, impacting many residents. As Election Day approaches, she shares insights from candidates Zohran Mamdani's affordability message and the campaigns of Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, revealing the strategies they use to connect with voters.
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Record Early Voting Surge
- Early voting in NYC saw a nine-day stretch with five times more voters than four years ago.
- Polls will reopen tomorrow at 6 a.m., signaling high turnout and continued engagement.
Voter Wait At Flatbush YMCA
- Lori Hutchinson waited more than half an hour to cast a ballot at the Flatbush YMCA.
- She declined to say who she voted for and was in line with her husband supporting Mom Donnie.
SNAP Delays Hit Region
- The federal shutdown delayed SNAP benefits and is already affecting residents in the region.
- New Jersey declared a state of emergency while New York released funds to fill immediate gaps.