Anti-establishment outsiders surge in US midterm races, signaling voter anger

A wave of unconventional candidates, including a seminarian in Texas, is leading Senate contests in red states by disowning party labels, tapping into deep voter disdain for Washington. The trend suggests a volatile electorate willing to take risks on outsiders, though outcomes remain uncertain. This signals a potential shift in political dynamics that could affect legislative agendas and market sentiment on policy predictability.