South King News

Rep. Adam Smith, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington's 9th district, recently shared a series of tweets addressing various issues and events. Smith, who has been in Congress since 1997 after replacing Randy Tate, used his social media platform to clarify comments, invite constituents to a town hall meeting, and discuss a significant local business decision.

On December 10, 2024, Rep. Adam Smith referenced an article published in the Seattle Times that included quotes from him. He expressed his desire to provide clarification on some of his comments: "An article came out in the Seattle Times today that quoted me, and I'd like to clarify some of my comments."

The following day, December 11, 2024, he invited constituents to participate in a Telephone Town Hall scheduled for December 18 at 6 p.m., emphasizing the importance of receiving feedback from those he represents: "Join me next week, Wednesday, December 18 at 6 p.m. for my Telephone Town Hall. Hearing your feedback is a top priority of mine in Congress, so I hope you’ll tune in."

Later on December 11, Rep. Smith commented on the recent decision by King County to block the merger between Kroger and Albertson's. He highlighted his previous concerns regarding potential negative impacts on consumers and workers had the merger proceeded: "Great news out of King County yesterday with the block of the Kroger-Albertson's merger... Consumers and workers will come out ahead because of this decision."