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New York · New York's 12th District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Caroline Shinkle

RepublicanFusion

Lawyer

2026 race · New York's 12th District

<1% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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<1% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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● Micah Lasher● Caroline ShinkleAlso: Karen Ortiz (I)
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$155.1K
From individuals
$126.7K
Spent
$71.3K
Cash on hand
$83.8K

Money: FEC, through Jun 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026