Rep. Adam Smith, who represents Washington’s 9th district in the U.S. Congress, posted on social media about his recent media appearances and support for emergency relief efforts in Washington state.
On December 11, 2025, Smith stated, “I joined @MSNOWNews yesterday to discuss the video of the second boat strike on September 2.”
Later that day, he shared his support for disaster relief funding: “I was proud to stand alongside the entire Washington delegation to support @GovBobFerguson’s request for an expedited Emergency Declaration due to dangerous flooding and threatening weather across our state. The need for these funds during this historic situation is critical.” This post referenced ongoing hazardous weather conditions impacting Washington.
In another post from December 11, Smith noted his appearance on a national news outlet regarding an investigation into a maritime incident: “Last night, I spoke with @CNN about an investigation to release the video of the September 2nd boat strikes.”
Smith has represented Washington’s 9th District in Congress since 1997 after serving in the Washington State Senate from 1991 to 1997. He succeeded Randy Tate as congressman and currently resides in Bellevue. Born in Washington, D.C., in 1965, Smith holds degrees from Fordham University (BA) and the University of Washington (JD).
