South King News

Rep. Adam Smith, currently serving as a member of the U.S. Congress representing Washington's 9th district, has expressed views on several issues via social media posts. Smith, a longstanding political figure who took office in 1997, continues to discuss national and economic policies through public communications.

On April 8, 2025, Smith conveyed his opinion on former President Donald Trump's trade policies, stating that "Donald Trump's tariffs are about power, not about helping the American people." In this post, Smith invites people to listen to his extended discussion on the mentioned subject through the podcast "The Fly-In."

Later the same day, Smith met with members of a local union in Seattle. At 8:10 PM UTC on April 8, 2025, he posted, "I met with @LIUNA Local 242, a union in Seattle that provides fair wages, health benefits, and a pension. As the son of a union worker, thanks for all you do to Washington." This meeting connects to his personal background, as he is the son of a union worker.

Further highlighting economic concerns, Smith tweeted at 9:27 PM UTC on April 8, 2025, emphasizing the need for political reforms to address socioeconomic disparities. He stated, "Democrats need to address the wealth gap in this nation. The economic policies we put in place in the 90s and early 2000s left far too many people behind. It's time to address the shortcomings of our economy." The tweet promotes a conversation with fellow representatives.