HI-01 Republican nominee?
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AUG 10, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleRetired U.S. Army officer
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
GenderMale
LocationHawaii
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BackgroundRetired U.S. Army officer
EducationWayland Baptist University (Hawaii campus)
Notable personal detailsAdriel C. Lam is a Republican candidate for U.S. House in Hawaii’s 1st Congressional District (HI-01) and previously ran for U.S. Senate in Hawaii. He is a retired U.S. Army officer who served nearly 24 years, including work as an engineer and later as a foreign area officer. He has been involved in community organizations in the Kaneohe area and has served in local civic roles.
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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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