AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Hawaii’s state primary
Summary
Hawaii is holding a state primary with nine candidates running to replace the lieutenant governor, who faces bribery charges. In addition, a Democratic congressman who supported a key election law backed by President Donald Trump is facing a strong primary challenge.Key Facts
- Hawaii’s lieutenant governor, Sylvia Luke, is charged with bribery related to her 2022 campaign and pleaded not guilty.
- Nine candidates (five Democrats, four Republicans) want to replace her in the primary.
- The lieutenant governor position in Hawaii is often a step toward higher political office.
- Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami leads Democratic fundraising and has support from a carpenters union political group.
- Democratic Governor Josh Green is running for reelection and named Keith Regan as acting lieutenant governor during Luke’s leave.
- In the 1st Congressional District, Democratic Rep. Ed Case faces four primary challengers, including state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole.
- Case supported the SAVE Act, an election law pushed by President Trump that requires voters to prove citizenship, but he voted only for versions with accommodations for voters lacking documents.
- Hawaii’s 1st District leans heavily Democratic, with Case winning about 72% of the vote in 2024.
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