New Delhi, Nov. 2 -- Voters in New Jersey and Virginia head to the polls on Tuesday (November 4) in the first major statewide elections since Republican President Donald Trump took office - contests seen as early tests of voter sentiment and political momentum heading into the 2026 midterm elections.

For Democrats, who are out of power in Washington, victories in both races could provide a much-needed morale boost. For Republicans, wins would signal continued voter alignment with Trump's populist agenda just nine months into his new term.

The New Jersey governor's race has emerged as one of the most closely watched contests in the country, pitting Democratic Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill against Republican Jack Ciattarelli.

Sherrill, 53...