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Adam Smith, a U.S. Congressman representing Washington’s 9th district since 1997, has engaged in various issues through his recent posts on social media. Born in Washington, D.C., and a graduate of Fordham University and the University of Washington, Smith has a longstanding career in both the Washington State Senate and the U.S. Congress. On April 8, 2025, he shared his insights and initiatives on matters of sustainable agriculture funding, trade tariffs, and child care policies.

In a tweet posted on April 8, 2025, Smith discussed challenges faced by Viva Farms, an organization focused on sustainable agriculture. He stated, "I heard from Viva Farms, a sustainable farming organization looking to create a strong food system, who lost their grant funding due to Elon Musk’s DOGE cuts." Highlighting the organization's struggles, Smith offered to share its story.

Addressing trade policies, Smith tweeted on April 8, 2025, about the potential actions Congress can take regarding trade wars. He said, "Congress can stop this. Congress can stop this reckless, expanded trade war because we can take away the President's emergency power that he's using to implement these tariffs." He emphasized the need to reevaluate emergency powers used for implementing tariffs, aligning with representatives Veasey and Landsman during a discussion on the topic.

Further advocating for support systems for families, Smith discussed the importance of child care in a tweet on April 8, 2025. He mentioned, "Access to quality child care increases development and prepares kids for a successful future, while taking a financial burden off families." He highlighted federal programs and proposals like the Child Care for Working Families Act designed to assist low- and middle-income families.