Honolulu City Councilmember and Republican Candidate for Hawaii’s 1st Congressional District, Charles K. Djou, issued this statement following Congressman Neil Abercrombie’s announcement that he will soon resign from Congress, which will trigger a special election for his seat.

“I am excited about bringing my record of fiscal responsibility and government accountability to the voters. I will be a candidate in any special election for Congress triggered by Rep. Abercrombie's resignation and I look forward to sharing my views on limited government, a strong national defense, and responsible stewardship of our environment with the people of Hawaii,” Djou said.

Djou had already filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission to run for Hawaii’s 1st Congressional District in the 2010 general election. Djou said he will now file the appropriate paperwork necessary to become a candidate for any special election for Congress.

Former Congresswoman Pat Saiki will serve as Djou’s campaign chair. Djou currently serves as a member of the Honolulu City Council and previously served as the Republican floor leader in the state House.
Outside of the City Council, Djou is an officer in the Army Reserve and has worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Hawaii.