In Virginia, Terry McAuliffe – a key Hillary Clinton ally – narrowly beat a Republican to become governor of the pivotal presidential swing state.
Bill de Blasio’s thumping victory in New York makes him the city’s first Democratic mayor-elect in two decades.
Tuesday’s results point the way to next year’s US midterm elections.
New Jersey’s straight-talking Governor Christie brushed aside his Democratic challenger, state senator Barbara Buono, by 60.5% to 38%, retaining a handy platform for a potential presidential bid.
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