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Representative Adam Smith, serving Washington’s 9th district in the U.S. Congress, shared a series of insights on various issues via social media on April 14, 2025.

On the afternoon of April 14, Rep. Smith highlighted an economic impact issue involving cuts to programs, sharing a personal account from a former NOAA employee who lost their job due to Elon Musk’s DOGE cuts. Smith linked to a story providing more information.

Smith made a statement the same day on public health funding, marking April as Parkinson’s Awareness Month. He expressed support for dedicated caregivers, researchers, healthcare professionals, and those battling the disease. Smith stressed the importance of disease research programs funded by Congress and warned that "that funding is under attack."

Later that day, Smith joined other legislators in opposing specific financial decisions made by the former president. He opposed President Trump's cuts to museums and libraries, emphasizing the vital role of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Smith mentioned that IMLS supports essential programs in all 50 states and U.S. territories, which promote literacy, STEM education, and internet access.

Adam Smith, 57, who was born in Washington, D.C., now lives in Bellevue. Since being elected in 1997, he has consistently served in the U.S. Congress for Washington’s 9th District, succeeding former U.S. Congress member Randy Tate. Smith graduated from Fordham University and earned a JD from the University of Washington.