House Republicans launch investigation into cause of Maui wildfires
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The House of Representatives will likely have at least two investigations into the fallout from the deadly Maui wildfires.
"We must come to a complete understanding of how this disaster started to ensure Hawaii and other states are prepared to prevent and stop other deadly wildfires." Elizabeth Elkind is a reporter for Fox News Digital focused on Congress as well as the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and politics. Previous digital bylines seen at Daily Mail and CBS News.
"Certain evidence of a downed power line sparking dry grass in Lahaina indicates that Hawaiian Electric equipment may have been the cause. We understand that Hawaiian Electric, as well as the Hawaii attorney general, are conducting investigations into the deadly fire." Follow on Twitter at @liz_elkind and send tips to elizabeth.elkind@fox.com
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