Democratic Contenders For Congress Duke It Out
A debate Monday featured sharp attacks on the candidates’ records, as well as disagreements about the scale of the military presence in Hawaii.
Hirono Bill Aims To Strengthen Unions
Hawaii Sen. Mazie Hirono was joined by Democratic leaders a day after the Supreme Court ruled against organized labor to try to shore up membership.
Supreme Court Deals A Major Blow To Public Sector Unions
The high court rules that unions can’t force nonmembers to pay membership dues, saying it violates the First Amendment.
Senate Votes To Give Missile Alert Authority To Feds
Legislation being pushed by Hawaii’s federal delegation would take the task of warning about incoming missiles away from the state.
Supreme Court Upholds Trump’s Travel Ban In Split Decision
UPDATED: The policy has been called a ban on Muslims, but the nation’s high court found that the president has broad authority when it comes to immigration.
Hirono Is Front And Center In Battle Against Trump’s Judicial Nominees
A national nonprofit organization is highlighting the Hawaii senator’s opposition to the president’s picks for federal judgeships.
‘It’s Very Personal To Me:’ Hirono Slams Trump’s Immigration Policy
Hawaii’s senator opens up about her own experience immigrating to the U.S from Japan and leaving behind her 3-year-old brother.
Why A Hawaii Senator Wants To Stop A Coal-Fired Plant In Kenya
Brian Schatz teamed up with fellow senators to fill a gap left by President Trump’s refusal to address climate change.
Hawaii Gets $3.2 Million To Thwart Election Hacking
Russian hacking in 2016 prompted Congress to bolster state elections security with new funding.
National Politics Percolate At ‘Hawaii On The Hill’ Event In DC
It’s not all about poke bowls and Spam musubi. The annual Chamber of Commerce event gives some island leaders a firsthand look at national issues.