Politics & Government

Results: Polls Close In 5th Assembly District Race

UPDATE: Assemb. Doug Smith faced challenger Victoria Russell in Tuesday's election.

TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, NY — Voters went to the polls on Tuesday, deciding the New York State Assembly District 5 race between incumbent Doug Smith (R) and Victoria Russell (D).

Smith was first elected in 2018.

The 5th State Assembly District covers Holbrook, Holtsville, the Ronkonkomas, Lake Grove, Centereach, Selden, Farmingville, North Patchogue, Islandia, and Stony Brook.

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As of around 10:30 p.m., Smith was leading with 54 percent to Russell's 43 percent, according to the state's Board of Elections.

This story will be updated throughout the night. Check back later.

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