Patrick Halpin
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in New York
$14.7K
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
Voters choose the office holder.
Live Odds — NY-02 House winner?
Current prediction-market probability for the candidate, updated as market prices change.
16%chance to win
$14.5KNOV 7, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current rolePolitician
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
Age73 years old (Jan 18, 1953)
GenderMale
Show moreShow less
LocationNew York
BackgroundPolitician
EducationOld Dominion University (B.A.)
Notable personal detailsPatrick Goodchild Halpin is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in New York’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. He previously served as Suffolk County Executive (1988–1991) and as a member of the New York State Assembly (1982–1987). He has served on the Suffolk County Water Authority Board and was appointed chair in December 2018. He earned a B.A. from Old Dominion University.
SourcesShowHide
Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
He frames his economic message around lowering costs for working families and fighting billionaire tax breaks. His campaign emphasizes affordability, special-interest reform, and delivering relief for South Shore residents.
Healthcare
Halpin’s campaign emphasizes making healthcare more affordable and lowering medical bills. His launch coverage says he would protect Medicaid and criticizes efforts to cut hospitals and healthcare support. His campaign site also frames healthcare around ACA subsidies and affordability.
Show moreShow less
Immigration & Border
He has criticized ICE hiring and training standards and called for more accountability and oversight. He has also said the citizenship pathway system is broken and wants more funding and staffing to ensure a path to citizenship.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Patrick Halpin has publicly supported a woman’s right to choose and opposed legislation that would shift that decision to the legislature. His documented position indicates support for abortion access, but the available evidence does not show a detailed stance on later-term limits or federal codification.
Climate & Energy
Halpin’s publicly documented climate-related positions emphasize protecting Long Island’s natural resources, drinking water, parks, and beaches. His water authority role included directing stronger water conservation policies during heat and drought conditions, but there is no clear public record here of a detailed broader climate or energy platform.
Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
2026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
New updates coming soon
We're monitoring and will update when new data impacts the race.
- News
- Polls
- Endorsements