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Rep. Case Accuses Trump of Power Abuse, Threats to Law

9/26/2025

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U.S. Rep. Ed Case told Hawaii's state Judiciary Committee that the Trump administration is abusing power and threatening the rule of law.
He cited actions such as dismantling federal agencies, firing key officials, and ignoring court orders.
State Sen. Karl Rhoads echoed concerns about Trump's behavior toward judges.
Republican Sen. Brenton Awa did not attend the hearing, citing other priorities.

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Story summary

U.S. Rep. Ed Case told Hawaii's state Judiciary Committee that the Trump administration is abusing power and threatening the rule of law.
He cited actions such as dismantling federal agencies, firing key officials, and ignoring court orders.
State Sen. Karl Rhoads echoed concerns about Trump's behavior toward judges.
Republican Sen. Brenton Awa did not attend the hearing, citing other priorities.