HI-01 Republican nominee?
Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleRetired military
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderMale
LocationHawaii
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BackgroundRetired military
EducationWayland Baptist University – Hawaii (attended; dates reported 2018–2024)
Notable personal detailsAdriel C. Lam is a Republican candidate for the U.S. House in Hawaii’s 1st Congressional District (2026). He has been involved in community organizations in Kāneʻohe and has served in leadership roles with local civic and business groups. He has described himself publicly as a retired U.S. Army officer/retired military.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports pro-business policies, reducing regulatory and bureaucratic barriers, and using incentives rather than new taxes to fund priorities. Opposes broad new property taxes and favors approaches that encourage business investment and economic growth while seeking federal funds for infrastructure and market access.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate has indicated support for fetal personhood and for requiring parental consent for minors to access abortion services. These positions align with policies that impose substantial restrictions on abortion access.
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Climate & Energy
The candidate expresses skepticism about mainstream climate research and emphasizes monitoring, science-based approaches, and innovation rather than large politically driven climate programs. He argues for caution about "bandwagon" climate measures and prioritizes investment in applied science and adaptation. His statements do not endorse aggressive emissions targets or phase-out of fossil fuels.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate emphasizes individual responsibility, firearms education, and self‑defense training as Congress’s primary responses to gun violence and frames safety as beginning with informed, responsible gun ownership. He has provided public comments on local legislation concerning public carry of firearms.
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