politics
Hawaii Rep. Ed Case Faces Primary Challenger and More to Watch in Today's Races
August 8, 2026 / 7:05 AM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Hawaii voters are participating in primary elections on Saturday.
- U.S. Rep. Ed Case is facing a primary challenge in the 1st District from state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole.
- Gov. Josh Green is one of several incumbents with challengers in the Democratic primaries.
- In the 2nd District, Rep. Jill Tokuda is expected to win her primary against unknown challengers.
- Republicans Adriel Lam and Brenton Awa are running unopposed for their party's nominations in their respective districts.
- Given Hawaii's Democratic leanings, primary winners are favored to win in the November general election.