Record numbers of independents are running for Congress in 2026, driven by voter frustration with party extremes. With 45% of adults identifying as independent, these candidates aim to capture the moderate middle and challenge the two-party duopoly.
Record 173 Independents Run for House as Voters Reject Two-Party System
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