The 2025 Primary Election results in Brooklyn reflect a vibrant democratic engagement, with significant voter turnout and decisive outcomes in citywide and local races.
According to the city’s Board of Elections, early voting rates soared, nearly doubling those of the 2021 primary election. In Brooklyn, which boasts the highest number of registered Democrats among the boroughs, 142,735 residents voted early.
The enthusiasm continued on Election Day, leading to over 990,000 total votes cast in the Democratic mayoral primary. Brooklyn accounted for a substantial portion, with approximately 358,000 voters participating in the contest.
Zohran Mamdani emerged victorious in the mayoral primary, defeating frontrunner Andrew Cuomo by a margin exceeding 70,000 votes. In Brooklyn, Mamdani captured 48% of the vote, tallying 174,577 votes against Cuomo’s 113,138.
In other major citywide contests, Mark Levine defeated incumbent Justin Brannan for Comptroller, while Public Advocate Jumaane Williams secured his position, effectively ensuring his re-election in November.
Against the backdrop of high stakes and intense campaign efforts, the unofficial election night figures released by the Board of Elections revealed few surprises in Brooklyn. Most incumbents retained their seats with ease, even in closely-watched races across Council Districts 38 and 39.
However, one race was too close to call early Wednesday morning—the Republican primary in District 47.
Breaking down the outcomes, the Mayor’s race saw significant participation, as the frontrunners set the stage for November’s general election. For details on the major citywide contests including the results for Mayor, Comptroller, and Public Advocate, interested parties can visit amNewYork.
In the Brooklyn Borough President race, incumbent Democrat Antonio Reynoso secured re-election against challenger Khari O. Edwards, receiving 241,149 votes—or 77% of the total—compared to Edwards’ 70,261 votes.
Reynoso expressed his gratitude in a statement, noting he is “deeply humbled and gratified” by the overwhelming support. He pledged to remain committed to all communities across Brooklyn during his tenure.
Edwards, who has a background in the cannabis industry and worked at Brookdale Hospital, had not commented on the results as of Wednesday morning.
As for the Civil Court Judge positions, a competitive four-way Democratic primary saw Janice Chen and Marisa Arrabito emerge as front-runners. Chen earned over 143,000 votes—34% of the total—while Arrabito garnered just under 26% with 107,709 votes.
Both candidates have significant legal backgrounds; Chen is currently a Court Attorney in the Brooklyn Supreme Court, while Arrabito transitioned from family law to the role of Principal Law Clerk in the same court in 2022.
In City Council District races, various incumbents enjoyed strong support from their constituents. In District 33, encompassing Greenpoint, Williamsburg, Bed-Stuy, and Downtown Brooklyn, incumbent Lincoln Restler triumphed over challenger Sabrina Gates with a striking 75% of the votes.
Restler took home 23,938 votes, rejoicing in his community’s endorsement as he looks forward to another term.
In District 35, covering Crown Heights, Prospect Heights, Clinton Hill, and Fort Greene, incumbent Crystal Hudson also delivered a decisive performance, claiming 84% of the vote—more than 32,000 ballot cast in her favor.
The Working Families Party lauded Hudson for her advocacy on behalf of working families and her steadfast community involvement.
District 36 saw incumbent Chi Ossé—the youngest member of the Council—securing victory with 78.37% of the votes against challenger Reginald Swiney. Ossé, popular for his lively social media presence and legislative initiatives, expressed his appreciation for the continued trust placed in him by constituents.
Incumbent Alexa Avilés in District 38, which includes Red Hook, Sunset Park, and surrounding neighborhoods, achieved a resounding win, claiming 71.5% of the vote against challenger Ling Ye. Avilés thanked her supporters, emphasizing the importance of community power in her campaign.
In District 39—an area that includes neighborhoods like Kensington, Windsor Terrace, and Gowanus—incumbent Shahana Hanif prevailed over Maya Kornberg, securing 69.7% of the votes. Hanif thanked her constituents for their support, signaling a commitment to unity across diverse communities.
In District 41, covering Bed-Stuy, Ocean Hill, and other areas, incumbent Darlene Mealy faced multiple challengers but managed to secure 43.24% of the vote, leading by a significant margin that likely positions her well in the ranked-choice voting process.
District 46 was dominated by incumbent Mercedes Narcisse, who won nearly 83% of the votes against challenger Dimple Willabus. Narcisse expressed her gratitude for the community’s support, committing to continue her advocacy for local issues.
The situation in District 47, which includes Bay Ridge and Coney Island, was particularly notable. Democratic newcomer Kayla Santosuosso secured 79.27% of the Democratic votes, positioning herself for the general election against the yet-to-be-determined Republican candidate.
On the Republican side, a tight battle remains in District 47, where George Sarantopoulos held a slight lead over Richie Barsamian, with just 32 votes separating them. Sarantopoulos declared victory early but awaits final confirmation as the count progresses.
Closing the recap, District 48 faced an incumbent Republican battle, where Inna Vernikov achieved a significant victory over Ari Kagan, garnering 65.97% of the votes. Vernikov’s campaign highlighted her commitment to conservative principles and the message sent to those attempting to switch party affiliations without genuine commitment.
The conclusion of the primary elections lays the groundwork for an exciting general election in November, with many incumbents ready to continue their work and newcomers poised to make their mark.
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