Quick Info
| Profession | Politician and former television news anchor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 19/02/1986 |
| Age | 40 years |
| Birthplace | Ka'a'awa, Oahu, Hawaii, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Brenton Awa
28/10/2025
Brenton Awa confirmed his decision to run for Congress as a Republican in Hawaii's 2nd congressional district, leaving his state Senate seat to seek the House post. His campaign for the 2026 election is being run under the slogan "Hawaii's Home Team." The Republican primary is scheduled for August 8, 2026.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Republican politician who has served in the Hawaii State Senate since 2022, representing District 23, has led the Senate Republican minority since 2024, and is seeking the Republican nomination for Hawaii's 2nd congressional district in the 2026 U.S. House election. |
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| Political Party | Republican |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree | Bachelor's degree in speech communication and leadership |
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| Institution | Pennsylvania Western University, Clarion (formerly Clarion University of Pennsylvania) |
| High School | Kahuku High School, graduated 2004 |
Career
| Broadcasting | Spent nearly a decade as a television news anchor and reporter for the ABC affiliate KITV4 Island News before entering politics |
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| Political Office | Member of the Hawaii State Senate, District 23, since November 2022 |
| Leadership | Minority Leader of the Hawaii Senate since November 2024 |
| Congressional Campaign | Declared candidacy for the Republican primary for Hawaii's 2nd congressional district, scheduled for 08/08/2026 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was raised in Kahalu'u, Oahu, after being born in Ka'a'awa | |
| 2. Represents Kane'ohe, Kahalu'u, La'ie, Kahuku, Mokuleia, Schofield Barracks and Kunia Camp in his district | |
| 3. Wrestled during his time at Kahuku High School and PennWest Clarion |
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