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Democrats Look to Nebraska, Montana Independents in Fight for Senate

Democrats hope independent candidates in Nebraska and Montana can unseat Republicans as the party faces challenges with its own brand.

AI-written summary · The Chestnut Post · October 25, 2026 at 6:30 AM EDT · How we use AI

Democrats Look to Nebraska, Montana Independents in Fight for Senate

Democrats seeking control of the Senate are looking to independent candidates in Nebraska and Montana as potential challengers who could defeat Republicans, according to NPR.

The party hopes those candidates can succeed in a region where the Democratic brand is struggling. Independents, meanwhile, see an opening for their campaigns.

Originally reported by NPR. Read the full story at NPR

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