What party is William David Shanahan?

William David Shanahan is running as a Republican.

Who is William David Shanahan running against?

Michelle Ann McSweeney-Ortiz, for Queens County Civil Court Judge, 3rd Municipal Court District.

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William David Shanahan

Republican · Candidate for Queens County Civil Court Judge, 3rd Municipal Court District · November 3, 2026

About this race

A judge. Judges decide criminal and civil cases. Depending on the state and court, they are chosen in contested elections or in retention votes, where you vote YES or NO on keeping the judge for another term.

2 candidates ran for Queens County Civil Court Judge, 3rd Municipal Court District in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

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Michelle Ann McSweeney-Ortiz · Democrat

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Quick answers

What party is William David Shanahan?: William David Shanahan is running as a Republican.
What does the Queens County Civil Court Judge, 3rd Municipal Court District seat do?: A judge. Judges decide criminal and civil cases. Depending on the state and court, they are chosen in contested elections or in retention votes, where you vote YES or NO on keeping the judge for another term.
Who is William David Shanahan running against?: Michelle Ann McSweeney-Ortiz, for Queens County Civil Court Judge, 3rd Municipal Court District.
Should I vote for William David Shanahan?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare William David Shanahan's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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