New York Voters to Head to Polls November 3
General election contests will feature races for Attorney General and sheriff positions across two New York counties.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Elections
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New York will hold its general election on November 3, 2026, with voters set to decide contests for Attorney General and sheriff positions in Broome and Otsego counties. Residents can begin casting their ballots during the early voting period starting October 24, 2026.
Why it matters
The upcoming election marks the culmination of terms for current officeholders while providing challengers an opportunity to secure leadership roles. These races shape the administration of justice and law enforcement priorities across the state and specific county jurisdictions.
The general election is scheduled for November 3, 2026, with early voting available starting October 24, 2026. Richard Devlin Jr. is seeking his sixth term as the Conservative candidate for Otsego County Sheriff.
The players
Letitia James
She is the incumbent New York Attorney General who began her term in 2019 and notably sued the President of the United States and the Trump Organization in 2022.
Fred Akshar
He is the incumbent Republican Broome County Sheriff who previously served as a New York State Senator.
Matt Ryan
He is the Democratic candidate for Broome County Sheriff who served as the mayor of Binghamton from 2006 to 2013.
Richard Devlin Jr.
He is the incumbent Conservative candidate currently seeking a sixth term as Otsego County Sheriff.
Saritha Komatireddy
She is the Republican candidate challenging the incumbent Attorney General in the upcoming general election.
The details
Incumbent Attorney General Letitia James faces Republican challenger Saritha Komatireddy, while Broome County Sheriff Fred Akshar, a former State Senator, runs against Democrat and former Binghamton Mayor Matt Ryan. Additionally, the Otsego County Sheriff race features incumbent Richard Devlin Jr. competing against Republican Mike Stalter.
Timeline
October 24, 2026: Early voting begins in New York.
November 3, 2026: The general election takes place.
Political Context
Opposition parties frequently emphasize alternative policy agendas to challenge the incumbent record, seeking to sway voters in key regional races. These contests serve as a referendum on current law enforcement strategies and legal leadership currently in place across the state.
The upcoming election results will directly determine the leadership responsible for state-level legal initiatives and local county law enforcement policies. Voters should prepare to identify their polling locations or early voting sites to participate in these critical government decisions.
The takeaway
Voters should review candidate platforms and local ballot requirements before visiting the polls to ensure their participation. The election outcome will set the course for law enforcement and legal representation in the state for the coming term.
Further reading
For additional updates on the candidates and ballot measures, visit the New York Elections section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WIVT/WBGH NewsChannel 34.
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