Independents Surge: Maps Show Where Candidates Are Rejecting Both Parties
Summary
More people running for Congress in 2026 are doing so as independents, without support from the two main political parties. This trend reflects growing voter dissatisfaction with both Democrats and Republicans ahead of the midterm elections.Key Facts
- There are 217 independent candidates running for U.S. House and Senate seats in 2026.
- Independent hopefuls include 170 for the House and 47 for the Senate.
- These candidates run across 153 districts or states, with high numbers in Texas, Illinois, New York, California, Washington, and Virginia.
- More Americans identify as political independents now than in recent history.
- Both major parties face low voter confidence, creating openings for independents.
- Independent candidates face challenges like less funding, harder ballot access, and concerns about splitting votes.
- Experts say independents may attract voters tired of both parties and could become more competitive where majority support is important.
- Independent candidates are running in 42 states for the House and 24 states for the Senate.
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