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

Karen Ortiz

IndependentFusion

Former Equal Employment Opportunity Commission administrative judge (2018–2025)

2026 race · New York's 12th District

Solid D

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Solid D

>99%<1%
● Micah Lasher● Caroline ShinkleAlso: Karen Ortiz (I)
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Background

Experience
No elected office

Links: Wikipedia · FEC filings · Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$46.3K
From individuals
$20.9K
Spent
$22.8K
Cash on hand
$23.5K

Money: FEC, through Jun 30, 2026.

Opponents in 2026