As early voting kicks off in New York City, over 160,000 ballots have already been cast, marking a historic turnout compared to previous years. The first day of voting saw thousands of New Yorkers heading to the polls, with the numbers five times higher than the last mayoral election. Mamdani is leading in the polls as residents focus on pressing issues such as cost of living and safety. Candidates, including Cuomo and Sliwa, are actively campaigning and appealing to undecided voters who have become a prime target in this heated race. Political analysts are closely monitoring how this surge in early voting will impact the final election results.