(WASHINGTON) — High-profile races are unfolding across the country on Tuesday, including New York City’s mayoral election and governor’s races in New Jersey and Virginia.

In California, voters will consider a ballot measure that puts forth a redrawn congressional map that could net Democrats five House seats.

The elections come with high-stakes for both Democrats and Republicans, and will provide a picture of how Americans feel about President Donald Trump’s first nine months in office.

Here’s how the news is developing.

Obama on Democratic wins: ‘Future looks a little bit brighter’

Former President Barack Obama reacted to the flurry of Democratic wins on Tuesday, saying on X, “It’s a reminder that when we come together around strong, forward-looking leaders who care about the issues

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