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Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Politics
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Federal support secured for UH, restoration of 442nd web page
Gov. Josh Green announced Monday that discussions with White House officials have helped secure continued federal funding for the University of Hawaii amid an ongoing civil rights investigation, while also advocating for the restoration of an Army web page honoring the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. UH is among 60 institutions under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights over allegations of antisemitic harassment and discrimination. The scrutiny raised concerns that federal funding could be affected, potentially impacting student programs and research initiatives. On March 11, Green said he contacted White House officials to clarify UH's position and ensure it would not face financial penalties. 'I was on the phone to the White House dealing with UH funding at about 4 :30 a.m. on March 11. I spoke with high-level administration officials including the Deputy Chief of Staff for the White House and a Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, ' Green said. 'I explained that while there was a little on-campus conflict during the recent war in Gaza, it paled in comparison to what's gone on at other universities. We are not an institution that is antisemitic. We're giving them a letter to fortify our position, but they assured me the University of Hawai 'i is not on the chopping block for antisemitism.' Federal officials reaffirmed their commitment to civil rights protections while maintaining UH's funding. Green described the effort as a step to ensure that a misunderstanding did not result in consequences for students. 'I couldn't stand by and allow a misunderstanding from the government to use civil rights investigations as a tool to undermine our students' future, ' he said. 'The University of Hawai 'i is a pillar of opportunity for our local students, and I will always fight to protect access to higher education.' Don 't miss out on what 's happening ! Stay in touch with breaking news, as it happens, conveniently in your email inbox. It 's FREE ! Email 28141 Sign Up By clicking to sign up, you agree to Star-Advertiser 's and Google 's and. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA. In a separate matter, Green said he raised concerns with federal officials about the recent removal of an Army web page dedicated to the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. The unit, composed mostly of Japanese American soldiers during World War II, is the most decorated of its size in U.S. military history. Its removal from the Army's website prompted widespread criticism and calls for reinstatement from multiple groups, including veterans' organizations and elected officials. Green raised the issue with federal officials and discussed it during the 73rd Cherry Blossom Festival, where he spoke with Japanese community leaders, including Consul General of Japan Yoshinori Kodama. 'The story of the 442nd is a testament to the resilience and patriotism of Japanese-American soldiers who fought bravely for a country that once questioned their loyalty, ' Green said. 'We must never allow their sacrifices to be erased from history.' The web page has since been restored, ensuring continued recognition of the unit's contributions.
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Politics
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Army reposts history of 442nd heroism
STAR-ADVERTISER FILE The Honor Guard of 442nd Regimental Combat Team outside Bruyeres, France, in November 1944. STAR-ADVERTISER FILE The Honor Guard of 442nd Regimental Combat Team outside Bruyeres, France, in November 1944. The Army on Saturday moved to dampen public outrage over removing online content about Asian American and Pacific Islander contributions to the military branch, including a descriptive history of the legendary 442nd Regimental Combat Team. Army officials reposted the material describing the 442nd as a news item highlighted on its homepage, , along with other Army news items that on Saturday included a feature story about Army Secretary Dan Driscoll visiting a base in Washington state, a feature photo showing a brigade of soldiers running on a Wheeler Army Airfield runway in Wahiawa, and a reminder that June 14 marks the Army's 250th birthday. In a statement Saturday, the Army said : 'The 442nd Regimental Combat team holds an honored place in Army History and we are pleased to republish an article that highlights the brave Soldiers who served in the 'Go-for-Broke' brigade.' Earlier this month, the Army eliminated a section of its website about Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the Army as part of a Defense Department 'digital content refresh ' targeting what the Trump administration deems to be 'woke ' or promoting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. 'In accordance with a Presidential Executive Order and guidance from the Secretary of Defense, the Army recently took down the Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders Heritage webpage that featured content about the 442nd Infantry Regiment and Nisei Soldiers, ' the Army said in its statement. 'The Army is tirelessly working through content on that site and articles related to the 442nd Infantry Regiment and Nisei Soldiers will be republished to better align with current guidance. There are still many stories available on Army websites that celebrate the bravery of the 442nd Infantry regiment that were not impacted by the Heritage webpage. The Army remains committed to sharing the stories of our Soldiers, their units, and their sacrifice.' Other material removed from the website about Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the Army was not restored, including profiles of medal of honor recipients and other distinguished personnel, including Hawaii's Tulsi Gabbard, Eric Shinseki and the late Sen. Daniel Inouye. Don 't miss out on what 's happening ! Stay in touch with breaking news, as it happens, conveniently in your email inbox. It 's FREE ! Email 28141 Sign Up By clicking to sign up, you agree to Star-Advertiser 's and Google 's and. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA. Army officials previously insisted there is no intent to dishonor veterans and that they will continue to honor the legacy of the 442nd, a World War II unit made up of Japanese American servicemen who fought the Nazis in Europe and is among the most decorated combat units in American history. Roughly two-thirds of the unit was made up of soldiers from Hawaii, and many of the others enlisted from West Coast internment camps.
