Group does not recognize Hawaii as a U.S. state . Puerto Rico and Hawaii , along with Guam and the Philippines , were annexed into the United States in 1898 after the Spanish-American War . The group says the move is part of an effort to "undermine and ultimately destroy" its relationship with China. Peaceful protesters eventually unlock gates , stay on palace grounds .
Group does not recognize Hawaii as a U.S. state . The group says the move is part of an effort to "undermine and ultimately destroy" its relationship with China. Peaceful protesters eventually unlock gates , stay on palace grounds .