Statement record

Mazie Hirono — Aug 10, 2023

U.S. Senator (D-HI) · Aug 10, 2023

August 10, 2023 NPR/HPR interview: Hirono described Lahaina as a historic town "pretty much burned to the ground," ongoing search-and-rescue, and Biden's major disaster declaration unlocking federal aid. Relief and recovery framing; no climate attribution.

Analysis notes

HI senator. Second in-window source alongside Aug 9 delegation letter. Event yes; climate no.

Codes

Disaster Mention yes — Lahaina wildfire destruction.
Climate Connection no
Mentioned Republican Obstruction of Climate Action no