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New York · New York Senate District 48 · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Richard McCarron Jr.

RepublicanOn 2 ballot lines: Republican, Conservative.Fusion

Onondaga County legislator

2026 race · New York Senate District 48

<1% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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2% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

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● Rachel MayINC● Richard McCarron Jr.
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Background

Experience
Local office

Links: Candidate list (source)

Fundraising

Raised
$33.5K
From individuals
$30.1K
Spent
$120.3K
Public matching funds
$165.1K
Small donors (≤$250)
81% of individual money
Contributions
382

Money: NYS Board of Elections, through Sep 28, 2026.

Top contributors
  1. Rory Gilhooley · $2K
  2. Renken Opticians · $1K
  3. Onondaga County Conservative Party · $1K
  4. Bruce Heaney · $505
  5. Priest & Silky LLP · $500

Opponents in 2026