Mazie K. Hirono: “Hawaii has the lowest rate of gun deaths in the country, largely because of our historically strong gun safety laws.”

Families deserve a government that defends the rights of all students to receive a quality public education. But Donald Trump is doing everything he can to undermine public education from the inside out.

Decisions as significant as closing 57 facilities across 31 states must include consultation with local communities and governments.

With another storm approaching, it is especially important that these recovery efforts continue without delay.

In Hawaii and nationwide, Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions help students thrive in the classroom and prepare them for success after graduation.