nonincumbents
/ˌnɑnɪnˈkʌmbənts/
noun
- People or groups who do not currently hold a particular office or position, especially in politics or business.
- The election saw several nonincumbents win seats in the city council.
- The company hired nonincumbents for the new leadership roles to bring fresh ideas.
- Nonincumbents often struggle to raise as much campaign money as sitting officials.