Tulsi Gabbard, a former U.S. representative and Democratic presidential candidate, has a brother who was charged with custodial interference. Police in Honolulu say Batarti Gabbard, the older brother of Tulsi Gabbard, allegedly tried to lure children from a hotel pool in Waikīkī to his hotel room. He was arrested and charged with custodial interference. The incident took place at a hotel in the popular tourist area of Waikīkī. Further details about the case have not been released. An investigation is ongoing. Custodial interference generally involves taking or keeping a child from their legal guardian without permission. Batarti Gabbard is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. Tulsi Gabbard has not publicly commented on the matter. The Honolulu Police Department continues to investigate the allegations.