Christie 's Chris Christie could win New Jersey governorship , CNN projects . New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg faces back tough challenge . With all precincts reporting , Menino led City Councilman Michael Flaherty 57 percent to 42 percent , according to the Globe . CNN projects Republican McDonnell wins Virginia governor 's race . Houston voters could elect Texas state 's first openly gay governor .
Christie 's Chris Christie could win New Jersey governorship , CNN projects . New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg faces back tough challenge . CNN projects Republican McDonnell wins Virginia governor 's race . Houston voters could elect Texas state 's first openly gay governor .