One reason the races for governor in Virginia and New Jersey mark a big victory for Democrats: the results suggest these typically blue states are getting bluer, and Democratic enthusiasm is rising. President Trump lost both states just a year ago by single-digit margins.

Many voters in New Jersey and Virginia, which both elected Democratic governors on Tuesday, cast their ballots in opposition to President Donald Trump, according to a report, citing AP Voter Poll

Tuesday's elections in New York City, New Jersey, Virginia and California will offer a mini-referendum on the first nine months of President Trump's second term. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Ed O'Keefe,

President Donald Trump held telephone rallies in New Jersey and Virginia to mobilize voters on the eve of the Nov. 4 election.

U.S. votes during Election Night 2025, with results to come later in races including New York City's mayoral election, New Jersey and Virginia governor and California's Proposition 50.

The self-described democratic socialist's win in America's biggest city caps a remarkable rise, after a campaign focused on the cost of living.

Former President Barack Obama campaigned alongside gubernatorial candidates in Virginia and New Jersey ahead of election day. Democrats hope to gain momentum in both states, as they look ahead to the 2026 midterms.