Robert J Lenhart Jr

• Leadership and Management

  Lenhart has criticized current Sheriff Toby Shelley for not supporting law enforcement personnel and for underestimating the difficulty of their roles.

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• Law Enforcement Experience

  Lenhart highlights his extensive law enforcement background, including 19 years with the Syracuse Police Department and roles as an investigator and undersheriff.

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• Public Safety Commitment

  Lenhart aims to bring his proven experience to the Sheriff’s Office, seeking to restore experienced leadership within the department.

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• Election Process

  Lenhart is pursuing the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent Sheriff Toby Shelley in the November 2026 election.

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• Public Safety Leadership

  Lenhart has been selected as the GOP candidate for Sheriff, indicating his readiness to lead the department.

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• Community Engagement

  Lenhart is actively seeking campaign contributions, emphasizing the significance of community involvement in his campaign.

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🗳️ When to vote

• 2026 U.S. Midterm General ElectionTuesday, November 3, 202660d
• New York State General ElectionTuesday, November 3, 202660d

Also running for County Sheriff

• Tobias J. Shelley

Sources

• LENHART | Skaneateles Republican Committee
• Retired Syracuse Police officer announces campaign against Onondaga County Sheriff Toby Shelley
• Support RJ Lenhart for Onondaga County Sheriff
• Former Syracuse Officer Robert Lenhart Runs for Sheriff | 570 WSYR
• GOP candidate for sheriff receives official endorsement | WAER