In a historic election night, Virginia's Abigail Spanberger becomes the first female governor, while Ghazala Hashmi makes history as the first Muslim woman elected to statewide office in the US. Additionally, progressive Zohran Mamdani is elected as New York's first Muslim mayor. Detroit also sees Mary Sheffield elected as its first female mayor, and California takes a stand against redistricting efforts.
As off-year elections approach, the political landscape shifts. Will Trump's unpopularity impact Republican candidates? Key races in Virginia, New Jersey, and California could reshape future strategies for both parties.