Michael Covenant Ratcliffe is the Democratic representative for Hawaii House District 28, covering parts of urban Honolulu including Chinatown, Iwilei, Sand Island, and Kalihi Palama areas. Appointed by Governor Josh Green on April 14, 2026, to fill the vacancy left by former Rep. Daniel Holt, he serves through the remainder of the term expiring in November 2026. As a labor law attorney, Ratcliffe has represented public sector unions, advocated for working-class families, and focused on economic fairness and workers' rights. He currently serves on the Kalihi Palama neighborhood board.

Education and Political Experience

Limited public details are available on Ratcliffe's formal education. His professional experience includes practicing as a labor law attorney specializing in public sector unions and community advocacy. Politically, he was selected from a list provided by the Democratic Party of Hawai‘i for his appointment to the Hawaii House of Representatives in April 2026, and he was sworn in during the House floor session on that date. He also holds a position on the Kalihi Palama neighborhood board.