While New York is typically considered a solidly blue state, much attention is being paid to it in 2024 since a "red wave" swept over Long Island in 2022​, helping Republicans take control of the House.

In addition to highly anticipated federal and state races, New York voters will be asked to weigh in on one statewide ballot measure on Election Day. At the ballot box, New York voters will decide whether to update the state’s Constitution to address discrimination based on ethnicity,

Prop 1 wasn't the only measure New York City voters had to tackle. They approved a number of others that were backed by Mayor Eric Adams.