South King News

Rep. Adam Smith, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 9th district, has been vocal on social media about his concerns regarding recent policies of the Trump administration. His tweets from February 3, 2025, highlight his stance on tariffs and foreign aid cuts, as well as public reaction to these issues.

On February 3, 2025, Rep. Smith expressed his disapproval of the Trump administration's tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods. He stated, "This weekend, I signed on to a letter denouncing the Trump administration's 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods. Not only are these costs devastating to North American relations, but they also hurt those back home." He emphasized that such tariffs increase prices for essential items like groceries and gas.

Later that day, Rep. Smith criticized the Trump administration's actions regarding USAID funding. In a tweet posted at 16:57 UTC, he declared that "Trump is gutting USAID. It’s illegal, dumb foreign policy and will literally kill people." He further argued that stopping legally established programs could push foreign countries towards alliances with Russia and China.

In another tweet from February 3rd at 17:14 UTC, Rep. Smith shared public concern over recent actions by former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. He noted that "Our phones are ringing off the hook with people like this caller today." During a Telephone Town Hall meeting, he addressed how individuals can stand up against these actions.