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Schatz secures commitment from Health Secretary to support Hawaiʻi’s recovery from March 2026 storms

During an Appropriations Subcommittee oversight hearing on the US Department of Health and Human Services’ budget request, US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) secured a commitment fro...

Schatz details impact from kona low storms, urges long-term support for recovery

US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) spoke on the Senate floor about last month’s kona low storms which produced continuous flooding and resulted in widespread damage across Hawai‘i.

Schatz: Education Secretary agrees to avoid cuts to Native Hawaiian Education Program

McMahon agreed to keep the program fully funded for current grant recipients for at least another year, which guarantees $46 million in federal funding secured by Schatz in Congres...

Schatz congratulates Maui families awarded with federal funding to buy first home; Visits ʻĪao and HÄlau of Ê...

US Sen. Brian Schatz conducted site visits on the Valley Isle on Wednesday, focus on the progress of recovery efforts on Maui, following the 2023 wildfires and recent Kona Low stor...

Schatz set to introduce legislation to ban bets on individual moments within games

During a Senate Commerce subcommittee hearing on sports betting, US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) discussed with gaming experts vulnerabilities created by micro prop bets in sports...

Letter: Schatz embarrasses Hawaii with objection outburst

I have voted in every election for 55 years. While I did not vote for Sen. Brian Schatz, I have never been more embarrassed by a representative’s conduct than I was on March 22.

Schatz joins in introducing legislation to help with Hawaiʻi’s doctor shortage

The need for general surgeons is especially high in rural and other under-served communities. In Hawai‘i, there is a 14% shortage in surgeons for the state overall. And on Hawai‘i...

Schatz calls on NOAA to strengthen public education efforts to protect Hawaiian monk seals following Lahaina incident

Following a disturbing incident involving an alleged attack on a Hawaiian monk seal in Lahaina, US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i), a member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Co...

Schatz co-introduces bipartisan legislation to help bring more doctors, surgeons to Hawai‘i

The need for general surgeons is especially high in rural and other underserved communities; there is a 14% shortage of surgeons in Hawai‘i overall, with Hawai‘i Island alone at a...

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Brian Goldsmith’s Senate Bid Rooted in Fighting Antisemitism in California

He became the first senior adviser to Democratic Majority for Israel PAC, helping elect pro-Israel politicians to Congress and winning more than 80% of races. The post Brian Goldsm...

Hawaii senator urges education after monk seal attack

Hawaii Sen. Brian Schatz calls for more education for visitors on native animals after a man throws a rock at a Hawaiian monk seal.

Democratic state senator in Kansas eager to break through pack in crowded U.S. Senate race

Democratic state Sen. Patrick Schmidt is a candidate for U.S. Senate convinced special interests and wealthy donors stand in the way of good government.

Analysis: As Democrats unite behind Platner, Schumer’s future as leader faces tests

National Democrats on Thursday moved swiftly to unite behind Graham Platner — a progressive candidate whose past Nazi-linked tattoo and sharp criticism of Israel have alarmed some...

Powerful PAC backs Kawakami v Luke, Schofield one of two Army divisions testing AI, hotel sought for Hilo airport, more...

Rich, controversial PAC backing Kawakami in lieutenant governor race. A political action committee formed by the carpenters union and Pacific Resource Partnership has begun spendin...

Nazi Tattoo? Hamas Defender? No Problem, Says Chuck Schumer

Maine Gov. Janet Mills has suspended her Senate campaign after failing to raise enough money to compete with socialist Graham Platner, who will now almost certainly face the perpet...

Bill goes to vote to release $55M in overdue Public Land Trust funds for Native Hawaiians

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is supporting a measure approved by a state legislative conference committee that would release $55 million in Public Land Trust funds currently with...

Progressives Press Ruben Gallego, Adam Schiff To Insist On Ethics In Crypto Bill

Senate Democrats have another chance to live up to their demands for presidential ethics on crypto.

Honolulu civil trial attorney announces candidacy for lieutenant governor

The Honolulu attorney said he is launching a people-first movement focused on restoring public trust, strengthening accountability, and lowering the cost of living.

Nazi Tattoo? Hamas Defender? No Problem, Says Chuck Schumer

by David Harsanyi at CDN - Maine Gov. Janet Mills has suspended her Senate campaign after failing to raise enough money to compete with socialist Graham Platner, who will now almo...

Senate panel narrowly advances Hawaii chief justice nomination

The Senate Judiciary Committee voted Friday to confirm the nomination of Associate Justice Vladimir Devens as Hawaii’s next chief justice, sending its recommendation to the full Se...

Bernie Sanders backs Kyandra Darling for HD 62

HD 62 spans parts of Pinellas and Hillsborough counties and leans heavily Democratic. The post Bernie Sanders backs Kyandra Darling for HD 62 appeared first on Florida Politics - C...

RFK Jr. faced the Senate. One lawmaker's competing loyalties were on display

A Republican senator juggling three roles — lawmaker, doctor and political candidate seeking reelection — walked a fine line on Wednesday as he questioned Health Secretary Robe...

YGBKM: Democrats Blast Schumer For Not Embracing Nazi-Tattooed Platner