In a dramatic turn of events, President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Trump, who accepted his party's nomination just days after the attempt, is now the oldest presidential candidate in history and a convicted felon, having faced legal challenges surrounding the 2016 election. The election faces additional complications from a surge in AI-generated political disinformation, including deepfake videos and manipulated images that could mislead voters. Researchers and political figures are urging tech companies to enhance regulations on AI content to prevent voter manipulation. Polls for the upcoming primary and general elections are set, with early voting already underway. Concerns about housing and homelessness continue to be pressing issues in local governance, particularly in Oahu, where Mayor Rick Blangiardi emphasizes the urgent need for affordable housing initiatives.