Senator Mazie K. Hirono

@hirono.senate.gov

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono - Proudly Serving the People of Hawaii https://linktr.ee/SenMazieHirono

Pete Hegseth has a problem with women. Particularly women in combat roles. From blocking promotions of qualified servicewomen to launching a bogus study on the “effectiveness” of women in combat, he's shown more interest in attacking women than protecting our national security.

Service members are losing their lives, more are being injured, yet this regime fails to provide accurate, transparent reporting on the true cost of this war. It's unacceptable. My colleagues and I wrote to Pete Hegseth, demanding the answers and accountability our nation deserves.

When this regime puts its thumb on the scale in favor of fossil fuels over more affordable renewable energy sources, it's Americans who are left to pay the higher electricity and gas prices, while massive profits go directly into the pockets of big oil companies.

"We left feeling demoralized" "Mr. Blanche talked around our questions" "We were gaslit" Todd Blanche only met with Epstein survivors after a Republican required him to, and this is how he treated them. Are Republicans really going to confirm this callousness to lead our DOJ?

Senate Democrats pointed out the rampant corruption, abuse, and pay-to-play behavior that would continue at Trump's DOJ under Todd Blanche. It could not be clearer: Todd Blanche will be an attorney for Donald Trump, NOT for the American people. We cannot confirm his nomination.

On Truth Social, Trump stated that one of his perceived enemies should be charged with RICO. A month later, under Todd Blanche, Trump's DOJ opened a RICO investigation against his organization. And we're supposed to believe that's just a coincidence?

After spending BILLIONS on Trump's war of choice with Iran, the Pentagon says they're running out of funds... This is what happens when you start an illegal war without a sound strategy, authorization from Congress, and an exit plan.

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People are being killed. Prices are going up. BILLIONS are being spent. Military readiness is being weakened. And this regime refuses to tell the American people the true cost of Trump's illegal war. The constant "I don't know" is unacceptable.

Trump is the world's sorest loser. For years, he's pushed conspiracy theories and rambled on about stolen elections. And tonight will be no different. But despite what Trump so desperately wants to be true, our elections are safe and secure.

I asked Todd Blanche to clarify if he truly thinks it is Trump's "right" and "duty" to order investigations and prosecutions against his enemies. The only thing he clarified is his intention to continue helping Trump misuse the DOJ as his personal law firm.

Todd Blanche talks a lot, but he doesn't really say much. Good thing he doesn't have to. Because actions speak louder than words, and since day one, his actions have proved he's unfit to be Attorney General.

The purpose of government is to help people. That's why I introduced the Language Access for All Act alongside @hirono.senate.gov to protect and expand language translation services within federal agencies, ensuring that every person in this country can access the help they need. 2/2

As the North Shore rebuilds from the Kona low storms, I'm proud to see the North Shore Huakai program do what Hawaii does best: coming together to support our communities and neighbors. Supporting local businesses while exploring the North Shore all for $5! What could be better?

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From "poke power bowls" to diverse after-school programs, it was so great to see that even amidst this regime's steadfast attacks on education, Hawaii’s community schools like Dole Middle are dedicated to ensuring our students have the support and tools they need to succeed.

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Hmm... it's almost like... vaccines work to keep us healthy and safe from infectious disease. How sad that 300 of our service members had to get sick for this regime to acknowledge decades of facts and science.

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Americans are saving at the lowest rates in over a decade. While Trump has made over $1.4 BILLION since taking office. The contrast couldn't be clearer. This regime doesn't work for the American people. It works for Trump and his billionaire buddies.

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$1000 that could've gone toward retirement. $1000 that could've gone into your savings. $1000 that could've gone toward groceries. $1000 that could've gone toward a house payment. $1000 that instead paid for Trump's illegal war with Iran. www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-wa...

Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates

The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.

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To put it plainly, yesterday this out-of-control SCOTUS ruled that the right to carry a gun is more important than a state's right to protect its people. Our country is awash in guns, and these decisions do nothing to make us safer.

This regime had the resources to improve the health of hundreds of thousands, but instead they are wasting taxpayer dollars to ensure that doesn't happen. It's honestly heartbreaking how many times that statement can be applied to Trump's administration. thehill.com/policy/healt...

Trump admin paying thousands of dollars per month to store ruined USAID contraceptives

Millions of dollars’ worth of contraceptives meant to be distributed to low-income nations in Africa have expired, but the Trump administration is paying tens of thousands of dollars a month …

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