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November 19, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) today issued the following statement in response to the Trump Administration's announcement that it will no longer consider Israeli settlements to be inconsistent with international law:


November 11, 2019

On Veterans Day, we honor those who have served and those who continue to serve our country. The men and women of our Armed Services risk their lives around the world every day to keep us safe. In recognition of their bravery, heroism, and sacrifice, we must ensure that they and their loved ones are cared for when they return home. As we reflect on their courage and selfless service, I wanted to give you an update on my efforts in Congress on behalf of our veterans and their families.


October 24, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C. - House Armed Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today issued the following statement denouncing U.S. lack of support for the Kurds in Northeastern Syria.

"What happened to the Kurds in Northeastern Syria is an abomination. The United States' failure to do everything that we reasonably could to prevent the current fate of the Kurds is a betrayal of a key partner and a major foreign policy blunder.


October 24, 2019

Letter also raises ongoing investigation into 2018 death of Russian asylum seeker held at NWDC

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and U.S. Representative Adam Smith (D, WA-09) sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Inspector General calling for a review of the use of solitary confinement at the Northwest Detention Center.


October 17, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C. - House Armed Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith (D-WA) today issued the following statement after the death of Congressman Elijah Cummings (D-MD), Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

"The passing of Chairman Elijah Cummings is a profound loss for the nation, Maryland, and those who, like me, were lucky enough to call him both a colleague and friend.


October 15, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) today issued the following statement after the House passed a number of bills regarding the recent developments in Hong Kong:

"The critical bills passed by the House of Representatives today will hold leaders in Beijing accountable at a time when Hong Kong's freedom is under threat. These bills are more important than ever as actions to undermine the freedom of the people of Hong Kong become increasingly violent.


October 7, 2019

WASHINGTON, D.C.- House Armed Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith (D-WA) today issued the following statement in response to the Trump Administration's announcement regarding a Turkish military operation in Northern Syria that would put American-supported Kurdish forces near the border in harm's way.

"The Trump Administration's recently announced decision to withdraw U.S. military personnel from Northern Syria will harm American-backed Kurdish troops and is a catastrophic mistake.


September 26, 2019

Statement from Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09):

"The Expansion and Troubling Use of ICE Detention"
House Committee on the Judiciary
Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship
September 26, 2019


September 25, 2019

Washington D.C. - Today,Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) issued the following statement:

"The evidence is clear that President Trump withheld congressionally approved military assistance to pressure Ukrainian President Zelensky to dig up dirt on a political opponent. The President has yet to deny these allegations. If true, it is a brazen abuse of presidential power and an impeachable offense.


September 19, 2019

Washington D.C.-Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) issued the following statement on the passing of Dr. Emily Clyburn:

"Sara and I are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Dr. Emily Clyburn. We are all offering our condolences and prayers for our friend James Clyburn, their daughters Mignon, Jennifer, and Angela, their extended family, and all those whose lives Emily touched.