Rep. Ed Case Faces Primary Challenge from State Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole in Hawaii
Democratic U.S. Representative Ed Case is seeking re-election for a seventh term in Hawaii's 1st Congressional District. However, he faces a significant challenge from state Senator Jarrett Keohokalole in the Democratic primary. Recent polls suggest Keohokalole is leading Case with a 47-38 margin. Despite this, Case holds a substantial advantage in campaign funds. Keohokalole has criticized Case for his support of President Trump's Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE Act), which mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration. Case defended his vote, stating that the version he supported included accommodations for voters unable to present documentation. The winner of the Democratic primary will face Republican Adriel Lam, who is running unopposed.