Press Releases
WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today issued the following statement:
Today, Rep. Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement as President Trump reaches the end of his first 100 days in his second presidency.
Today, Rep. Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement after the continued refusal of the Trump Administration to follow the rule of law.
President Donald Trump is defying the Supreme Court of the United States. This is a constitutional crisis. The legislative and judicial branches have a duty to rein in an executive that overreaches its authority. It is long past time for Congress and the courts to hold the Trump Administration accountable.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Smith (D- Wash.) released the following statement regarding the passage of H.R. 22, The SAVE Act.
“I voted no on the bill that disenfranchises millions of Americans, also known as the “SAVE” Act.
"The right to vote in free and fair elections is one of the most important foundations of our democracy.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement after the passage of the House Republican Budget.
“I voted against the House Republican Budget today.
"We need a budget that strengthens the working class and middle-class. We need a budget that helps American families access affordable health care, improves kids’ access to nutritious meals at school, and sets American workers up for success.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s new announcement of global tariffs.
"Today, President Trump has decided to further isolate and weaken the American economy with a slew of tariffs on nations across the world – starting at a base of a new 10% universal tariff.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement regarding the Egyptian Gaza reconstruction plan and the Trump Administration’s response:
"Last week, Arab leaders endorsed an Egyptian-led plan for reconstruction of the Gaza Strip. The $53 billion plan for reconstruction would take place over five years and covered issues including immediate crisis repair, the construction of permanent housing and infrastructure, and plans to stimulate future economic growth.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Smith (D – Wash.) released the following statement regarding the passage of the Continuing Resolution by House Republicans:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement:
"Trump is creating mass confusion with his constantly changing, on-again, off-again tariff policies. There are new announcements every day about what is included and excluded from these tariffs, making it difficult for businesses and consumers to plan ahead.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement:
“Last night, President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress. As Commander-in-Chief, he could have used this forum to bring the country together during a time of economic distress. Instead, he used his speech to mislead the American people and lie about critical issues. The American people deserve better from their President.