South King News

Rep. Adam Smith, representing Washington’s 9th district in the U.S. Congress, addressed concerns regarding the policies of the Trump administration and their potential impacts on Washington residents through a series of tweets. Smith, who succeeded Randy Tate in Congress in 1997, has held his position for several terms. Additionally, Smith has a legal background, having graduated from Fordham University and obtained his JD from the University of Washington.

On March 26, 2025, Rep. Smith tweeted about feedback he received from Chris in Seattle. The tweet highlighted concerns about the potential impact of the Trump administration's actions on the people of Washington. He invited others to share their stories via a link provided in the tweet. "I heard from Chris in Seattle about how the actions of the Trump administration could have a real impact on Washingtonians. To submit your story, visit https://t.co/oRJBjjZk6z. https://t.co/lVFe2Icg8R"

The following day, March 27, 2025, Rep. Smith shared on Twitter his meeting with the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC). He discussed the significance of U.S. diplomacy and foreign aid, expressing his commitment to counteract the Trump administration's policies that he perceives to undermine these programs. "This morning, I met with @USGLC to discuss the importance of U.S. diplomacy and foreign assistance. I appreciate the work they do, and I am committed to fighting back against the Trump Administration’s destruction of our foreign assistance programs. https://t.co/y46XnNMIOG"

Later that day, Rep. Smith referenced another resident's concerns, this time from Elizabeth in Bellevue. Similar to his earlier communication, Smith encouraged the sharing of personal stories related to the Trump administration's impact on local citizens. "I heard from Elizabeth in Bellevue about how the actions of the Trump administration could have a real impact on Washingtonians. To submit your story, visit https://t.co/oRJBjjZk6z. https://t.co/TSQzkti1TD"