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July 31, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 31, 2026) – Today, Rep. Adam Smith introduced a resolution built on a simple idea: a dollar earned should be a dollar taxed, full stop. This resolution calls on Congress to start simplifying the tax code so working-class Americans and the ultra-wealthy play by the same rules. 


July 15, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 17, 2026) Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today issued the following statement after the vote on Massie Amendment #8 to the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act:  


July 13, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Reps. Smith, Khanna, Sánchez, and Williams Introduce Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act 

New legislation would permanently drive hedge funds out of the single-family housing market

Issues: Housing

June 9, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement:


May 27, 2026

My heart goes out to the workers and families affected by yesterday's tragic chemical explosion in Longview. I stand with the people of southwest Washington and fully support the community's efforts to get the answers and support they deserve. I am grateful for the first responders and local leaders working around the clock for their neighbors during this incredibly difficult time.

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May 26, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement:

"Tonight, a gunman opened fire on a Secret Service security booth outside the White House. Secret Service returned fire, killing the suspect, while a bystander was also struck. The President was thankfully unharmed, and this investigation is ongoing.


May 20, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement in response to the hate crime targeting the Islamic Center of San Diego:
 
“I unequivocally condemn the terror attack targeting the Islamic Center of San Diego. This was an act of anti-Muslim hate, and we must call it exactly that.


April 25, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.), released the following statement on the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. 

“This evening, law enforcement acted swiftly to protect the President, Vice President, First Lady, Cabinet members, and attendees at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after a gunman opened fire.