US media on November 4th primarily focused on Election Day 2025, with early reports highlighting President Trump's endorsement of Cuomo in the NYC mayoral race and threats regarding federal funding if Mamdani won. The government shutdown and its impact on SNAP benefits also remained a significant topic, building on previous days' coverage of Trump's defiance of court orders.
Midday saw a shift in editorial priority with the breaking news of former Vice President Dick Cheney's death at 84, which quickly dominated headlines across numerous outlets. Reports covered his legacy as a powerful and polarizing figure.
By the evening, media continued to balance coverage of Cheney's passing with live updates from Election Day, particularly the high voter turnout in the NYC mayoral contest and ongoing discussions about President Trump's influence and the implications for various races.