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Why some Democrats are hoping for midterm help from independent candidates

NPR | By Barbara Sprunt

Published October 26, 2026 at 4:09 PM EDT

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Independent candidates say now is the time to increase their numbers on Capitol Hill. And in some races, Democrats see them as their best bet to deny Republicans a majority.