AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOHA Leadership Shake-Up: The Office of Hawaiian Affairs has launched a nationwide search for a new CEO while its current chief executive, Stacy Kealohalani Ferreira, remains on paid leave amid a whistleblower and sunshine law lawsuit; interim CEO Summer Sylva is running day-to-day operations as trustees debate how to handle an independent investigation. Campaign Money Watch: A PRP-linked PAC, “For A Better Tomorrow,” reported nearly $5M spent in the primary cycle, including $2M+ backing Derek Kawakami for lieutenant governor and six-figure support for Maui and Kauai mayoral bids plus multiple state legislative candidates. Hale Koa Culture Protest: Native Hawaiian protesters in Waikiki accused the Hale Koa Hotel of misusing Hawaiian culture in its military luau, arguing the event honors America in ways they find offensive. Federal-Indian Gaming Oversight: Senators led by Brian Schatz and Lisa Murkowski pressed the CFTC for government-to-government tribal consultation over prediction markets, warning the rule could affect tribal gaming authority and revenues. UH Marine Research: UH Manoa researchers used drones to tag humpback whales noninvasively, aiming to reduce disturbance while improving data for conservation and management. Emergency Alerts: Hawai‘i will run its monthly statewide outdoor warning siren test Aug. 3, coordinated with an Emergency Alert System live audio test.
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