Former Democratic congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard received criticism from U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, after endorsing Donald Trump and joining his transition team. Gabbard, who previously represented Tokuda’s district and supported President Biden in 2020, announced her endorsement of Trump at a National Guard event in Detroit. Tokuda reacted on social media, stating that Gabbard and Trump do not represent Hawaii values and their actions are not in line with the concept of “pono,” which signifies righteousness and moral responsibility in Hawaiian culture. Gabbard, a former Democratic presidential candidate, has since left the party and become an independent, gaining popularity among conservatives. She is now part of Trump’s transition team if he wins the upcoming presidential election. The clash between Gabbard and Tokuda highlights the political divisions within Hawaii and the shift in Gabbard’s political affiliations.
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Hawaii Rep. says Tulsi Gabbard’s endorsement of Trump is not pono
