The recently concluded primary season has seen unprecedented developments, including record departures and defeats for establishment candidates, as antiestablishment sentiment surged. Trump’s influence appears to be waning, evidenced by a significant number of socialist and Trump-backed challengers making notable gains. With incumbents facing historic turnover, experts analyze the implications for the upcoming midterm elections and the evolving dynamics within the political landscape. Key takeaways highlight the importance of electability over ideology, as well as insights drawn from surprising upset victories. As the primary season wraps up, observers are left wondering what comes next for Congress amidst a historically high number of retirements.