Rep. Adam Smith, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 9th district, has shared several statements via social media regarding transportation funding, climate change impacts on vulnerable communities, and critiques of Donald Trump’s Cabinet. Smith has been a congressional representative since 1997 after replacing Randy Tate and has a background in law with degrees from Fordham University and the University of Washington.
On November 21, 2024, Rep. Adam Smith announced that “This week, the @USDOTFHWA delivered $6,170,000 to the Sustainable Transportation Revenues: Equitable, Efficient, and Transparent (STREET) Project for Washington.” He explained that this project aims to research user-based revenue mechanisms by funding three operational road usage initiatives.
The following day, on November 22, 2024, he addressed issues related to climate change’s impact on marginalized groups stating that “Communities of color, low-income communities, and Tribes face a disproportionate burden from the negative effects of climate change.” He emphasized his commitment to enhancing federal support for these communities despite political opposition from figures like Lee Zeldin and Donald Trump.
Later that day on November 22, 2024, Rep. Smith criticized former President Trump’s Cabinet choices by saying “I did the math, and Donald Trump’s Cabinet doesn’t add up.” He advocated for a more efficient government not dominated by affluent individuals unfamiliar with bureaucratic processes.
