New Yorkers head to the polls Tuesday for a low-stakes presidential primary in which they can affirm their party's inevitable nominee or register their opposition on a protest ticket.
President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump secured the nomination in delegates three weeks ago, crushing competitors in other states since January.
Activists opposed to the Gaza war urged Democratic voters to choose another option to signal their dissatisfaction with Biden's support for Israel: a blank ballot. After eight days of early voting and Tuesday's main event, we won't know how many people end up voting until official results are announced in at least two weeks.
The rematch between Biden and Trump will become official when party delegates formally nominate him at the party's convention this summer. The Republican Party will hold its convention in Milwaukee in July. Democrats will hold an election in Chicago in August.
Here's what you need to know to vote on Tuesday.
New York State Voter Guide:Everything you need to know about the 2024 election
Who else will be on the New York primary ballot?
In New York, former rivals who have dropped out of the race remain on both Democratic and Republican ballots, giving disaffected voters on both sides a reason to go to the polls.
Joining Biden on the Democratic ticket are former candidates Dean Phillips and Marianne Williamson. The Republican candidates to replace Trump are defeated rivals Nikki Haley, Chris Christie and Vivek Ramaswamy.
Will you be voting for a local candidate in New York on April 2nd?
No, voting on Tuesday is only for the presidential election. In New York state, separate primaries will be held on June 25th to determine seats in Congress and the state legislature.
How do I know if I can vote in Tuesday's primary?
Check your voter registration. Only voters registered as Democrats or Republicans can vote in their party's primary. Verify online that you are registered and registered with a political party through the State Board of Elections database at voterlookup.elections.ny.gov. If you are not registered, it is too late to register for this election.
How do I know where to vote?
Online registration records also identify voting sites. Voting will take place across the state from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Chris McKenna covers government and politics for The Journal News and the USA Today Network. Please contact cmckenna@gannett.com.
