In Hawaii’s 1st District, U.S. Rep. Ed Case won the Democratic primary with about 60% of the vote, defeating state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole, and will face Republican Adriel Lam in November.

Case, 73, is a longtime moderate with prior service from 2002 to 2007 and has represented urban Honolulu since 2019, arguing reelection is essential to preserve federal funding for Hawaii.

Keohokalole ran as a younger, more progressive challenger backed by groups like Our Revolution, seeking generational change and arguing Case is out of step with constituents on immigration and voting-security issues.

Policy differences highlighted Case’s support for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE Act) amid progressive criticism, while Keohokalole pushed measures to identify ICE agents and unmarked vehicles, signaling a broader debate over voting rights and immigration policy.

Keohokalole criticized Case for not opposing the Trump administration forcefully enough on immigration operations and accused Case of alignment with the party on voting integrity measures.

Fundraising showed Case leading in cash on hand (around $600,000) with Tokuda close behind; district donors included PAC contributions reflecting outside involvement.

Keohokalole attacked Case for accepting corporate campaign contributions, while Case defended his voting record and his senior position on a key spending committee as a vehicle to secure federal funding.

The race framed a broader national contest within the Democratic base between established moderates and progressive newcomers, with Case emphasizing independence and seniority.

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Case stressed the value of seniority, experience, and relationships in Congress, noting he has led through multiple crises.

Official results were reported with counts finalized by the weekend, and candidates had limited immediate responses.

In the District 2 race, Brenton Awa will face Jill Tokuda in November, with Awa challenging for a GOP seat in a district where Tokuda seeks a third term.