"NY Special Election: Tom Suozzi vs. Mazi Pilip in High-Stakes Race to Fill George Santos's Seat"

Polls have opened in the special election for the 3rd Congressional District, with Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican-backed Mazi Melesa Pilip vying for the seat. The election is taking place amidst a winter storm, potentially impacting voter turnout. The stakes are high as Republicans control the House by a slim margin, and both candidates have raised significant funds for their campaigns. The race has garnered national attention, with public opinion polls predicting a close contest. The candidates have focused on national issues, particularly the influx of migrants at the U.S. southern border, and voter turnout during the early voting period has been substantial.