Adam Smith

Public post — Today, I introduced a resolution calling on Congress to streamline the tax code…

Today, I introduced a resolution calling on Congress to streamline the tax code so working-class Americans and the ultra-wealthy play by the same rules.

Budget & taxes

Public post — For decades, we've asked working families to play by one set of rules while the…

For decades, we've asked working families to play by one set of rules while the wealthiest Americans play by another. It's time we started simplifying the tax code around one basic principle: a dollar earned is a dollar taxed, no matter…

Budget & taxes

Public post — Improving zoning processes in our community will help bring down the cost of…

Improving zoning processes in our community will help bring down the cost of housing while increasing construction of new homes. I’ve introduced the PHAZE Act to cut through bureaucratic red tape that slows down housing construction.…

Housing

Public post — We need Medicare for All, now more than ever.

We need Medicare for All, now more than ever.

Health care

Public post — In just his first year back in office, President Trump raked in $2.24 billion…

In just his first year back in office, President Trump raked in $2.24 billion in revenue, with more than half of that money coming from crypto deals.

Budget & taxes

Public post — Medicare and Medicaid have been critical to American health care for 61 years…

Medicare and Medicaid have been critical to American health care for 61 years now, yet this administration continues to slash access to these essential programs Because of Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, 250,000+ Washingtonians will be losing…

Health care

Public post — On the 73rd anniversary of the Small Business Administration, let this be a…

On the 73rd anniversary of the Small Business Administration, let this be a reminder to shop small and support local stores. The Ninth District’s economy is built from small businesses, so check out some nearby shops to support…

Public post — My constituents are struggling to afford groceries, pump their gas, and pay…

My constituents are struggling to afford groceries, pump their gas, and pay utility bills, yet our nation is being led by an out-of-touch grifter. It should not be legal to profit off your presidency.

Utilities

Public post — Yesterday, a gunman opened fire at the Seattle Center, taking the lives of…

Yesterday, a gunman opened fire at the Seattle Center, taking the lives of three people and injuring many others. My thoughts are with the victims, their loves ones, and all those affected. I am deeply saddened that our community has been…

Public safety

Public post — Washington, nor any other state in the nation, should have to experience the…

Washington, nor any other state in the nation, should have to experience the tragedy and heartbreak of a mass shooting. We must continue to advocate against gun violence and remember the life and legacy of those taken from us.

Public safety

Public post — Adequately staffing hospitals and providing patient care cuts down on waiting…

Adequately staffing hospitals and providing patient care cuts down on waiting times and creates stronger family incomes in King County.

Health care

Public post — Last week, I introduced the Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act…

Last week, I introduced the Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act alongside Congressman Krishnamoorthi. This bill removes barriers that prevent qualified healthcare professionals from working outside their field, putting their…

Health care

Public post — In Kent, SeaTac, Tukwila, and South Seattle, we have neighbors with training…

In Kent, SeaTac, Tukwila, and South Seattle, we have neighbors with training and experience who want nothing more than to serve their communities, and they should be able to do just that.

Public post — Last week, two individuals were fatally shot by ICE. ICE must be restructured…

Last week, two individuals were fatally shot by ICE. ICE must be restructured with clear guardrails and real accountability to keep our communities safe. The current approach to immigration enforcement is only sowing fear, violence, and…

Immigration & ICE

Public post — Our nation’s minimum wage has not been increased since 2009—remaining stagnant…

Our nation’s minimum wage has not been increased since 2009—remaining stagnant at $7.25. In the years since, the cost of living has risen dramatically—from housing and groceries to gas, childcare, and higher education.

HousingLaborEducation & libraries

Public post — A minimum wage that hasn’t kept pace with today’s economy leaves too many…

A minimum wage that hasn’t kept pace with today’s economy leaves too many hardworking Americans struggling to make ends meet. I support a $15 per hour federal minimum wage and think it’s long past time that our country adopts this.

Labor

Public post — The war in Iran has been an utter disaster and is getting worse every day.

The war in Iran has been an utter disaster and is getting worse every day.

Public post — We are witnessing a fascist takeover of this country.

We are witnessing a fascist takeover of this country.

Public post — It’s hard to buy a house, but greedy corporate investors are continuing to add…

It’s hard to buy a house, but greedy corporate investors are continuing to add more barriers between you and your home. I’m fighting back. Here’s how:

Public post — We are cutting important programs to fund a $1.6 trillion defense budget. The…

We are cutting important programs to fund a $1.6 trillion defense budget. The math doesn't add up.

Budget & taxesDefense & military

Public post — We stumbled into a conflict in the dumbest way imaginable in the history of the…

We stumbled into a conflict in the dumbest way imaginable in the history of the United States of America.

Public post — This statistic speaks for itself: Two-thirds of Americans find groceries…

This statistic speaks for itself: Two-thirds of Americans find groceries unaffordable. On top of rising energy and gasoline costs, people across the country are struggling to make ends meet while the President would rather use taxpayer…

Budget & taxes

Public post — I hosted our 3rd Kent Valley Space Industry Roundtable with local experts in…

I hosted our 3rd Kent Valley Space Industry Roundtable with local experts in the region. The advanced manufacturing and aerospace business has grown the economy throughout King County, so I appreciate those from Juno Propulsion, Stoke…

Public post — President Trump is unhinged and disconnected from reality.

President Trump is unhinged and disconnected from reality.

Interview — Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar: 7/21/26: Krystal HEATED Debate w Top Dem On Israel, DSA

Krystal has a heated debate with Rep Adam Smith on Israel, AIPAC, DSA and more. Annie Jacobsen: ​https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/783250/biological-war-by-annie-jacobsen/​ Adam Smith: ​ https://electadamsmith.com/ To become a…

Israel & PalestineTech & privacy

Public post — The President continues to violate the rule of law, disrupt the justice system,…

The President continues to violate the rule of law, disrupt the justice system, and prosecute political enemies rather than focusing on pressing issues like the cost of healthcare, lack of affordable housing, and rising grocery prices.

HousingHealth care

Public post — Last week, I introduced legislation to ban hedge funds from the single-family…

Last week, I introduced legislation to ban hedge funds from the single-family housing market. This is why we need this bill to become law.

Housing

Public post — Thanks to the Carpinito Brothers Farm for hosting us for a discussion on SNAP…

Thanks to the Carpinito Brothers Farm for hosting us for a discussion on SNAP eligibility and flooding impacts at their store in Kent. It is important to understand how weather events like the atmospheric river flooding in December affect…

Public post — Donald Trump’s administration of corruption and chaos is hitting close to home,…

Donald Trump’s administration of corruption and chaos is hitting close to home, as a newly appointed judge in Western Washington was fired less than an hour after being appointed.

Public post — We are witnessing a fascist takeover of this country.

We are witnessing a fascist takeover of this country.

Public post — The United States and Canada have been strong allies for decades, and I intend…

The United States and Canada have been strong allies for decades, and I intend to continue building our relationship. I sat down with Canadian Consul General Craig Weichel in my District Office to discuss how we can grown our partnership…

Public post — I introduced the Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act alongside…

I introduced the Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act alongside @congressmanraja.bsky.social to help address the nation's persistent health care workforce shortage by helping internationally educated health care professionals…

Health care

Public post — I was proud to introduce the Educators for America Act and Building Community…

I was proud to introduce the Educators for America Act and Building Community in America Act alongside Sen. Mark Kelly to expand pathways for Americans to serve as teachers, mentors, and volunteers. These bills strengthen paid teaching…

Public post — Investing in early childhood education sets our children up for a future of…

Investing in early childhood education sets our children up for a future of success, so I appreciated Refugee Women's' Alliance and Low Income Housing Institute for giving me a tour of their Early Learning and Affordable Housing Complex.…

HousingImmigration & ICEEducation & libraries

Public post — This bill doesn't lower a single standard — it removes barriers that keeps…

This bill doesn't lower a single standard — it removes barriers that keeps qualified professionals from contributing at the level of their skills. That's a practical, commonsense fix to a workforce problem employers across the country are…

Press release — Smith Announces Bipartisan Effort to Increase Male Educators and Mentors

WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 16, 2026) — Today, Washington Congressman Adam Smith introduced a two-bill package—the Educators for America Act and the Building Community in America Act—to expand pathways for Americans to serve as teachers,…

Public safetyEducation & libraries

Press release — Smith and Krishnamoorthi Reintroduce Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act to Strengthen America's Health Care Workforce

WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 17, 2026) — Today, Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) and Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) introduced the Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act, legislation to help address the nation's persistent health…

HousingBudget & taxesLaborImmigration & ICEHealth careEducation & libraries

Public post — As only 23% of public-school teaching roles are occupied by men and 28% of…

As only 23% of public-school teaching roles are occupied by men and 28% of AmeriCorps volunteers are filled by men, this legislation would help young people's development, address teacher shortages, and improve community engagement. I'm…

Education & libraries

Public post — There’s no doubt that our immigration system needs to be reformed, and that…

There’s no doubt that our immigration system needs to be reformed, and that starts by phasing out the use of private, for-profit detention centers. Many of these facilities have been criticized for unsafe and inhumane conditions, while…

Immigration & ICE

Public post — My statement on my vote in support of Rep. Massie's Amendment #8.

My statement on my vote in support of Rep. Massie's Amendment #8.

Public post — My colleague @jayapal.house.gov and I have introduced the Dignity for Detained…

My colleague @jayapal.house.gov and I have introduced the Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act to end the use of for-profit immigration detention facilities and ensure that every person is treated with respect.

Immigration & ICE

Press release — REP. SMITH STATEMENT ON HIS VOTE IN SUPPORT OF MASSIE AMENDMENT #8

WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 17, 2026) – Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today issued the following statement after the vote on Massie Amendment #8 to the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act: “This…

Budget & taxesIsrael & PalestineDefense & military

Public post — President Trump really is an authoritarian who wants to grab as much power for…

President Trump really is an authoritarian who wants to grab as much power for himself as possible.

Public post — My father, a baggage handler at SeaTac Airport, bought our family home in 1971…

My father, a baggage handler at SeaTac Airport, bought our family home in 1971 for $15,000. Today, that very same house would cost $526,000. Hedge funds and wealthy corporations continue to buy up single-family homes, kicking working-class…

Housing

Public post — I introduced the Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act to alongside…

I introduced the Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act to alongside @khanna.house.gov, @replindasanchez.bsky.social, and @repnikema.bsky.social to remove institutional investors from the single-family housing market and restore…

Housing

Public post — Family homes should belong to families, and this bill would put these houses…

Family homes should belong to families, and this bill would put these houses back within their reach.

Public post — It’s time to remove Donald Trump from office.

It’s time to remove Donald Trump from office.

Public post — President Trump is not dealing with reality.

President Trump is not dealing with reality.

Public post — A four-year college education is out of reach for many working-class families,…

A four-year college education is out of reach for many working-class families, and it’s important that there are other avenues for success. Washington high school seniors could take a class teaching them practical life skills, including…

Education & libraries

Press release — Reps. Smith, Khanna, Sánchez, and Williams Introduce Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Reps. Smith, Khanna, Sánchez, and Williams Introduce Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act New legislation would permanently drive hedge funds out of the single-family housing market Washington, D.C. (July…

HousingTransportationBudget & taxesDefense & military

Public post — As much as our education system helps our students, having tools to support…

As much as our education system helps our students, having tools to support their independence after they graduate is incredibly important.

Education & libraries

Public post — This is not what a democratically elected president should be focused on.

This is not what a democratically elected president should be focused on.

Public post — Yesterday, I attended the groundbreaking of the Homestead Community Land Trust,…

Yesterday, I attended the groundbreaking of the Homestead Community Land Trust, a new affordable homeownership project located in Rainier Beach. Their facility will have eight permanently affordable three-bedroom townhouses, providing…

Public post — Thanks to HomeSight for speaking with me about improving affordable housing in…

Thanks to HomeSight for speaking with me about improving affordable housing in the Ninth District and across the country.

Housing

Public post — Thank you to Villa Comunitaria for stopping by my District Office to tell me…

Thank you to Villa Comunitaria for stopping by my District Office to tell me about their dedication to the people of South King County.

Public post — Donald Trump is not connected to reality.

Donald Trump is not connected to reality.

Public post — Their work to lift up local leaders is building a strong, more well-rounded…

Their work to lift up local leaders is building a strong, more well-rounded community, while also creating a space that assists with language resources, childcare, education, and legal assistance. Appreciate you taking the time.

Education & libraries

Public post — The war with Iran was a terrible idea.

The war with Iran was a terrible idea.

Public post — Thanks to Friends of Little Saigon for bringing together Councilmember Eddie…

Thanks to Friends of Little Saigon for bringing together Councilmember Eddie Lin, Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, Seattle Police Department, and Purpose Dignity Action to discuss the issues Little Saigon faces, from homelessness and…

HousingPublic safety

Public post — There have been enormous costs to the war with Iran, only to have us back where…

There have been enormous costs to the war with Iran, only to have us back where we started.

Public post — We walked through the neighborhood to see these problems first-hand. I was…

We walked through the neighborhood to see these problems first-hand. I was proud to request federal funding to support SPD in providing critical assistance in the neighborhood and will continue to advocate for actions to make Little Saigon…

Public post — Yesterday, I visited the Renton Municipal Airport to tour their facility, meet…

Yesterday, I visited the Renton Municipal Airport to tour their facility, meet with staff, and discuss current challenges. The airport has undergone reconstruction and safety operation upgrades, so it was great to see the changes the…

Public post — My statement on the arrest of U.S. Air Force Major Watson.

My statement on the arrest of U.S. Air Force Major Watson.

Public post — 365 days after OBBB became law, it’s clear that Trump prioritizes wealthy…

365 days after OBBB became law, it’s clear that Trump prioritizes wealthy elites over working class Americans.

Public post — Last year, President Trump marred our nation’s Independence Day by signing his…

Last year, President Trump marred our nation’s Independence Day by signing his signature policy into law. The supposed One Big Beautiful Bill Act has increased monthly premium costs, cut Medicaid by $679 billion, and slashed food…

Health care

Public post — Happy Independence Day to all in WA-09! Thankful for 250 years of the United…

Happy Independence Day to all in WA-09! Thankful for 250 years of the United States of America, the growth our nation has had since 1776, and our commitment to freedom and justice for all.

Public post — As the World Cup continues in Seattle, it’s great to see so many Washingtonians…

As the World Cup continues in Seattle, it’s great to see so many Washingtonians and tourists alike using the light rail. I was proud to support the Sound Transit expansion throughout WA-09, and have enjoyed seeing our community use this…

Transportation

Public post — 60 years ago, our country enacted the Medicare program to support seniors and…

60 years ago, our country enacted the Medicare program to support seniors and those with special disabilities and diseases. Rather than help make care more accessible, this administration has stripped Medicare plans from thousands of…

Health care

Public post — He started a war, drove gas prices up, increased energy bills, and refuses to…

He started a war, drove gas prices up, increased energy bills, and refuses to sign legislation to make housing more affordable. Thank you, President Trump.

Housing

Public post — I have been a longtime advocate of Medicare for All and will continue to work…

I have been a longtime advocate of Medicare for All and will continue to work towards reinstating crucial programs for enhanced health care treatment.

Health care

Public post — There is a real desire within the Democratic coalition to fight back against…

There is a real desire within the Democratic coalition to fight back against Trump more effectively and to go after income inequality more aggressively.

Public post — This ruling reaffirms a vision of America anchored in the rule of law,…

This ruling reaffirms a vision of America anchored in the rule of law, fairness, and equality. We must continue to stand up against this rogue administration and protect the basic principles of our representative democracy.

Public post — The Constitution is clear -- all people born in the United States are citizens…

The Constitution is clear -- all people born in the United States are citizens of the United States. Today, the Supreme Court rejected President Trump's illegal actions, upholding the 14th Amendment right to birthright citizenship.

Public post — President Trump acts more like an authoritarian than a democratically elected…

President Trump acts more like an authoritarian than a democratically elected president of a constitutional republic.

Public post — Join my office on TOMORROW, July 1 at 12:00 p.m. for the Utility Assistance…

Join my office on TOMORROW, July 1 at 12:00 p.m. for the Utility Assistance Webinar! We’ll hear from an experienced panel about utility cost savings and energy efficiency during the hot summer months. Expert guests include Puget Sound…

Utilities

Public post — To register, visit us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

To register, visit us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Public post — Americans are dealing with higher costs, and every policy the Trump…

Americans are dealing with higher costs, and every policy the Trump administration puts into place drives those costs up.

Public post — Donald Trump walked right into this trap with Iran.

Donald Trump walked right into this trap with Iran.

Public post — Congress passed a bipartisan solution to housing last week that the President…

Congress passed a bipartisan solution to housing last week that the President has refused to sign. Any incentives to increase the supply of housing and improve equity for working-class families is a positive. This bill must be passed.

Housing

Public post — Great news for Washingtonians and the millions of Americans who vote by mail.…

Great news for Washingtonians and the millions of Americans who vote by mail. Today's Supreme Court decision upheld laws allowing ballots to be counted after Election Day, reinforcing access to voting and confidence in the electoral…

Public post — The ruling rejects Republican-backed legal challenges to these ballot receipt…

The ruling rejects Republican-backed legal challenges to these ballot receipt deadlines ahead of elections across the country.

Public post — Just 11 years ago, the Supreme Court codified same-sex marriage. Since…

Just 11 years ago, the Supreme Court codified same-sex marriage. Since Obergefell v. Hodges, thousands of families have taken the marital vows they deserve and built families that are pillars of our community.

Public post — Congratulations to Aurelia, the Congressional Art Competition Winner for…

Congratulations to Aurelia, the Congressional Art Competition Winner for Washington’s Ninth District. It was great to host you and your family in Washington D.C. and celebrate your piece that will be hung in the U.S. Capitol for the next…

Public post — Last week, I joined my colleagues in the Washington delegation in urging the…

Last week, I joined my colleagues in the Washington delegation in urging the USDA and Forest Service to keep two Washington state research labs open.

Public post — These two centers focus on wildfire smoke forecasting and forest management,…

These two centers focus on wildfire smoke forecasting and forest management, and without their work, our communities would be put at serious risk with the impending wildfire season.

Public post — The Supreme Court is giving yet another green light to this cruel…

The Supreme Court is giving yet another green light to this cruel administration. This ruling will allow the Trump administration to deport thousands of people who have been living and working legally in the United States for years.

Immigration & ICE

Public post — I condemn this decision and firmly support Temporary Protected Status for Haiti…

I condemn this decision and firmly support Temporary Protected Status for Haiti and Syria.

Public post — I never thought the bombing campaign was going to break the Iranian regime and…

I never thought the bombing campaign was going to break the Iranian regime and bring them to heal.

Public post — We need to bring down the cost of housing. Petty, partisan politics shouldn’t…

We need to bring down the cost of housing. Petty, partisan politics shouldn’t get in the way of one of the first bipartisan accomplishments of this Congress.

Housing

Public post — Everyone should have autonomy over their own body, and I will continue to work…

Everyone should have autonomy over their own body, and I will continue to work to overturn Dobbs and reaffirm the constitutional right to abortion for women across our nation.

Public post — But today Trump said he's withholding his signature anyway—unless Congress…

But today Trump said he's withholding his signature anyway—unless Congress passes voter suppression. The President is yet again using relief for families as leverage to force voting restrictions.

Public post — It’s been four years since the Supreme Court ripped away women’s right to…

It’s been four years since the Supreme Court ripped away women’s right to choose – turning back the clock on reproductive health care and abortion access.

Health care

Public post — It should be easier for working families to buy homes.

It should be easier for working families to buy homes.

Public post — That's not how this should work. The bill's already passed Congress. It's time…

That's not how this should work. The bill's already passed Congress. It's time the President stops sabotaging bipartisan efforts to help American families to push his partisan, discriminatory policy agenda.

Public post — The bipartisan housing bill is done. We passed it. The Road to 21st Century…

The bipartisan housing bill is done. We passed it. The Road to 21st Century Housing Act represents a strong consensus to limit institutional investors from buying up single-family homes, making homeownership more accessible for many across…

Housing

Public post — What did all of the lives lost and disruption to the globe economy accomplish?…

What did all of the lives lost and disruption to the globe economy accomplish? We should not have started the war with Iran just to be back to where we were before the conflict started.

Public post — Donald Trump continues to use the U.S. government to go after his political…

Donald Trump continues to use the U.S. government to go after his political enemies.

Public post — To learn more about apprenticeship opportunities in Washington, read here:…

To learn more about apprenticeship opportunities in Washington, read here: www.seattletimes.com/education-la....

Education & libraries

Public post — Apprenticeships have grown by more than 70% in the past decade, providing a…

Apprenticeships have grown by more than 70% in the past decade, providing a proven pathway to well-paying careers without the cost of a four-year degree.

Public post — One of the jobs I am most proud of as a member of Congress is nominating brave,…

One of the jobs I am most proud of as a member of Congress is nominating brave, smart Washingtonians to our service academies. I had the chance to meet with last year’s academy nominees to hear about the great work they’re doing to support…

Defense & military

Public post — This has been an incredibly costly war.

This has been an incredibly costly war.

Public post — I’ve been a longtime champion of workforce development and wraparound services…

I’ve been a longtime champion of workforce development and wraparound services that help individuals with training, resources, and support needed to enter and advance in high-demand fields.

Public post — Iran is stronger and we are weaker. This war was a colossal mistake.

Iran is stronger and we are weaker. This war was a colossal mistake.

Public post — Happy Father’s Day to everyone celebrating in WA-09. Thankful to the dads,…

Happy Father’s Day to everyone celebrating in WA-09. Thankful to the dads, grandfathers, and father figures who have stepped up to support their loved ones.

Public post — Democrats are working to lower costs, strengthen food security, and protect…

Democrats are working to lower costs, strengthen food security, and protect working families.

Public post — At a time when families are struggling to afford groceries, House Republicans…

At a time when families are struggling to afford groceries, House Republicans are advancing legislation that fails to fully fund WIC benefits, cuts investments in safe drinking water, and supports a war with Iran that is driving up the…

Public post — Happy Juneteenth to everyone in Washington’s Ninth District! Today, we…

Happy Juneteenth to everyone in Washington’s Ninth District! Today, we celebrate the end of slavery in the United States and the bravery of those who worked for emancipation.

Public post — Good luck to Team USA as they take on Australia at Lumen Field today! Stay safe…

Good luck to Team USA as they take on Australia at Lumen Field today! Stay safe and enjoy the game.

Public post — Residents in Little Saigon and North Beacon Hill have raised concerns about…

Residents in Little Saigon and North Beacon Hill have raised concerns about 12th and Jackson for years, and I appreciate the city's clear commitment to enforce public safety standards and hold people accountable for illegal activity.

Public safety

Public post — Our service members sacrifice so much for our country, and it's essential that…

Our service members sacrifice so much for our country, and it's essential that we provide the resources and support they deserve.

Public post — Thank you to everyone who joined me at yesterday's Veterans Mental Health…

Thank you to everyone who joined me at yesterday's Veterans Mental Health Roundtable in Tukwila to discuss best practices, access to quality mental health care, and the needs of veterans across Washington.

Defense & militaryHealth care

Public post — I commend Mayor Wilson and the City of Seattle for taking a step in the right…

I commend Mayor Wilson and the City of Seattle for taking a step in the right direction on public safety.

Public safety

Public post — The war with Iran has been one of the worst foreign policy disasters in our…

The war with Iran has been one of the worst foreign policy disasters in our nation's history.

Public post — Maintaining safety standards and connecting people with services are not in…

Maintaining safety standards and connecting people with services are not in conflict.

Public post — Great conversation with Noah Riffe on @lobbingscorchers.com about soccer,…

Great conversation with Noah Riffe on @lobbingscorchers.com about soccer, Seattle, and democracy. My son and I both love the game and there’s something very powerful about our region welcoming the world to its doorstep. That’s who we are.…

Public post — Yesterday, I joined the Mercer Island Rotary Club to share updates in Congress…

Yesterday, I joined the Mercer Island Rotary Club to share updates in Congress and answer questions ranging from school safety, the war in Iran, and the push for better governance. It was great to engage with them on the issues they care…

Education & libraries

Public post — The World Cup is an opportunity to show that we want to be a part of the global…

The World Cup is an opportunity to show that we want to be a part of the global community.

Public post — I voted NO on H.R. 7892. Ghost student fraud is real and needs to stop. But the…

I voted NO on H.R. 7892. Ghost student fraud is real and needs to stop. But the Education Department already built a system to catch it in April. This bill just locks that untested system into law — without any guardrails. That's not how…

Education & libraries

Public post — This isn't about fraud prevention. It's about giving the Trump Administration…

This isn't about fraud prevention. It's about giving the Trump Administration another tool to control education and withhold aid. I need solutions that actually work. Not rushing to legislate what regulators are already doing. Practical…

Education & libraries

Public post — Make no mistake: when ED's fraud detection system flags a student without a…

Make no mistake: when ED's fraud detection system flags a student without a traditional ID, without reliable internet, or experiencing homelessness — and it will — that student has nowhere to go. They're stuck in bureaucratic limbo. This…

HousingEducation & libraries

Public post — President Trump does not live in the factual world. He promised no war with…

President Trump does not live in the factual world. He promised no war with Iran, and he has certainly broken that promise.

Press release — Congressman Adam Smith on Lebanon War Powers Resolution Vote

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement: "I voted against the Lebanon war powers resolution (H.Con.Res. 84) last night. As written, it would have removed all American troops from Lebanon – a…

Israel & PalestineDefense & military

Public post — Many of us in the Ninth District live near SeaTac Airport, and it’s important…

Many of us in the Ninth District live near SeaTac Airport, and it’s important that our community is involved in the impacts of aviation paths. There will be town halls in SeaTac, Des Moines, Federal Way, and Burien later this month, but a…

Public post — To share any thoughts about the Sustainable Airport Master Plan, visit Get…

To share any thoughts about the Sustainable Airport Master Plan, visit Get Involved – SAMP: sea-samp.com/get-involved/

Public post — It was great to celebrate the ribbon cutting for the City of Renton's Legacy…

It was great to celebrate the ribbon cutting for the City of Renton's Legacy Square, Piazza Park, and Renton Market projects on Saturday. The opening of these projects creates new spaces for community to gather and play, and for the local…

Parks & environment

Public post — I was proud to secure $1.5M to support the development of the Renton Market and…

I was proud to secure $1.5M to support the development of the Renton Market and am excited to see the way it will support our small businesses.

Public post — His personal wealth is skyrocketing while almost 5 million Americans have…

His personal wealth is skyrocketing while almost 5 million Americans have dropped their health insurance because of Republican price increases. It's clear that President Trump cares only for himself, not for his country.

Public post — American families have paid an additional $2,500 this year to counterbalance…

American families have paid an additional $2,500 this year to counterbalance Trump's tariff taxes, while the President made $220 million from stock trades in the first quarter alone.

Budget & taxes

Public post — My office helped invest $500,000 in community project funding to expand their…

My office helped invest $500,000 in community project funding to expand their substance use and mental health services.

Health care

Public post — My statement on the Lebanon War Powers Resolution vote.

My statement on the Lebanon War Powers Resolution vote.

Public post — I’ve also partnered with Minority Vets to help out LGBTQ+ service members…

I’ve also partnered with Minority Vets to help out LGBTQ+ service members access safe housing. I’ll continue to work with community leaders to provide the support for our LGBTQ+ neighbors.

Housing

Public post — I’ve been proud to support LGBTQ+ organizations across the Ninth District over…

I’ve been proud to support LGBTQ+ organizations across the Ninth District over the years and wanted to reflect on the world we’ve done this Pride Month. I’ve met with UTOPIA WA and supported their mission of advocating for LGBTQ+ Pacific…

Public post — I'm committed to protecting the resources we need to end this epidemic.

I'm committed to protecting the resources we need to end this epidemic.

Public post — In the 45 years since HIV has been discovered, we've made remarkable progress.…

In the 45 years since HIV has been discovered, we've made remarkable progress. Treatment now allows people living with HIV to achieve viral suppression and live full lives. But this progress depends on sustained funding for research and…

Public post — World Environment Day hits home in WA-09. Families in South Seattle and…

World Environment Day hits home in WA-09. Families in South Seattle and neighborhoods near SeaTac are breathing polluted air from aviation routes and traffic. This is unacceptable. We’re working with the community to push for cleaner air…

TransportationParks & environment

Public post — We need to rely more on diplomacy and stop starting wars all over the world.

We need to rely more on diplomacy and stop starting wars all over the world.

Public post — American households have spent an average of $750 more since the start of…

American households have spent an average of $750 more since the start of Trump's war with Iran. Gas prices have risen by more than 50% since Feb. 28, grocery prices increased last month at their fastest pace in four years, and electricity…

Utilities

Public post — Families across my district are paying the price for this conflict. They cannot…

Families across my district are paying the price for this conflict. They cannot afford higher costs at the pump, at the grocery store, or on their utility bills. It is time to end this war and bring down costs for American families.

Utilities

Public post — To register, visit us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

To register, visit us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Public post — REMINDER: Join my office on Wednesday, June 3 at 12:00 p.m. for the Food Access…

REMINDER: Join my office on Wednesday, June 3 at 12:00 p.m. for the Food Access and Savings Webinar! We’ll hear from an experienced panel about nutrition resources in our community and combatting hunger across Puget Sound. Expert guests…

Public post — Having grown up in SeaTac, I know firsthand how important the airport is to our…

Having grown up in SeaTac, I know firsthand how important the airport is to our local economy and workers. Airfare has spiked 20% in the last year, deterring travelers from flying due to higher fuel costs from President Trump's policies.

Labor

Public post — Too few have so much while too many are struggling to pay the bills in our…

Too few have so much while too many are struggling to pay the bills in our country.

Public post — This is exactly what our community needs—faster and cheaper housing. I’ve…

This is exactly what our community needs—faster and cheaper housing. I’ve introduced legislation to use prefabricated materials to bring down the cost of construction and think mass timber could be used too as an environmentally friendly…

HousingParks & environment

Public post — Everything from food to gas is more expensive this summer, and this…

Everything from food to gas is more expensive this summer, and this administration's strategy needs to change to bring relief to hard-working families.

Public post — Happy Pride Month to our LGBTQ+ neighbors in WA-09. This month, we celebrate…

Happy Pride Month to our LGBTQ+ neighbors in WA-09. This month, we celebrate who you are, the families you’ve built, and the incredible strength of this community. Puget Sound is stronger because of your visibility and courage.

Public post — Donald Trump is still under the delusion that the war with Iran is…

Donald Trump is still under the delusion that the war with Iran is accomplishing our goals.

Public post — We need more diplomacy.

We need more diplomacy.

Public post — REMINDER: The 2026 Military Academy Night is this Wednesday, June 3 at 4 p.m.…

REMINDER: The 2026 Military Academy Night is this Wednesday, June 3 at 4 p.m. Students interested in the process of applying and obtaining a congressional nomination to the U.S. service academies may register here:…

Defense & militaryEducation & libraries

Public post — We need to believe in representative democracy.

We need to believe in representative democracy.

Public post — Addressing mental and behavioral health means having the space and resources to…

Addressing mental and behavioral health means having the space and resources to provide care to those in need. Great news to see King County purchasing a crisis center building to give walk-in mental health treatment.

Health care

Public post — Last year, this center assisted 3,600 patients, and I hope they will continue…

Last year, this center assisted 3,600 patients, and I hope they will continue to support our community.

Public post — House Republicans have been sycophants to Donald Trump first, last, and always.

House Republicans have been sycophants to Donald Trump first, last, and always.

Public post — Special thanks to those who stopped by this year’s Protecting Yourself from…

Special thanks to those who stopped by this year’s Protecting Yourself from Scams and Fraud event at the Kent Senior Activity Center. I hope you found the resources you need to find common online, mail-in, and over the phone scam attempts…

Public post — Donald Trump's persecution of E. Jean Carroll is undermining our representative…

Donald Trump's persecution of E. Jean Carroll is undermining our representative democracy. This is not his Justice Department -- it belongs to the people of the United States of America.

Public post — I joined my colleagues in urging Secretary Duffy and FAA Administrator Bedford…

I joined my colleagues in urging Secretary Duffy and FAA Administrator Bedford to take immediate action on aviation noise.

Public post — It is long past time to convene the Aircraft Noise Advisory Committee, hold…

It is long past time to convene the Aircraft Noise Advisory Committee, hold public meetings, and give these communities the seat at the table they are owed by law.

Public post — The cost of war with Iran isn’t just being felt at the gas pump — it’s also…

The cost of war with Iran isn’t just being felt at the gas pump — it’s also impacting food banks. As more families turn to these organizations for help, many are facing funding cuts. We should be doing everything we can to support our most…

Public post — Trump is an autocrat.

Trump is an autocrat.

Public post — Communities like SeaTac in Washington's 9th District have been living under…

Communities like SeaTac in Washington's 9th District have been living under flight paths for years — dealing with real health effects like cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and stress.

Public post — My father paid $15,000 for my childhood home—a house that would cost roughly…

My father paid $15,000 for my childhood home—a house that would cost roughly half a million dollars today. A monthly mortgage payment is double the cost of rent in the Seattle area now, showing an even greater gap in our housing space.

Housing

Press release — Rep. Smith Statement on Chemical Explosion in Longview, Washington

My heart goes out to the workers and families affected by yesterday's tragic chemical explosion in Longview. I stand with the people of southwest Washington and fully support the community's efforts to get the answers and support they…

Labor

Public post — I hope people get past loyalty to Trump and start looking at the costs of his…

I hope people get past loyalty to Trump and start looking at the costs of his policies.

Public post — I have legislation to build more affordable housing with prefabricated…

I have legislation to build more affordable housing with prefabricated materials to close these discrepancies and bring down costs for Washingtonians.

Housing

Public post — My statement on the Longview, Washington chemical explosion.

My statement on the Longview, Washington chemical explosion.

Public post — American families have spent an extra $190 on gas since the war with Iran…

American families have spent an extra $190 on gas since the war with Iran started. My constituents can’t afford to pay what would be an extra week of groceries or a month’s electricity bill. President Trump needs to put working-class…

Utilities

Press release — Statement from Congressman Adam Smith on Tonight's Shooting Near the White House

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) released the following statement: "Tonight, a gunman opened fire on a Secret Service security booth outside the White House. Secret Service returned fire, killing the suspect, while a…

HousingPublic safety

Public post — Join my office on Wednesday, June 3 at 12:00 p.m. for the Food Access and…

Join my office on Wednesday, June 3 at 12:00 p.m. for the Food Access and Savings Webinar! We’ll hear from an experienced panel about nutrition resources in our community and combatting hunger across Puget Sound. Expert guests include…

Public post — To register, visit us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

To register, visit us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Public post — My statement on tonight’s shooting near the White House.

My statement on tonight’s shooting near the White House.

Public post — Gas prices have risen 53% higher since Trump started this war of choice with…

Gas prices have risen 53% higher since Trump started this war of choice with Iran. I’ve heard from my constituents, and they cannot afford to pay an extra $50 at the pump. If the president gave a damn about the finances of the American…

Public post — This war has been a disaster from the start.

This war has been a disaster from the start.

Public post — Whether it’s to pay for a ballroom or hand out tax breaks to the president’s…

Whether it’s to pay for a ballroom or hand out tax breaks to the president’s wealthy friends, Donald Trump continues to put the interests of the rich ahead of working families across our country.

Budget & taxes

Public post — The numbers aren’t lying – the war with Iran has driven prices up for the…

The numbers aren’t lying – the war with Iran has driven prices up for the American people. Energy prices are up 22% in the past year, which means if you were paying $50 on electricity, that’s an extra $11 each month.

Utilities

Public post — There is now bipartisan recognition in Congress that large-scale corporate…

There is now bipartisan recognition in Congress that large-scale corporate ownership of single-family homes has distorted the housing market in ways that warrant a legislative response — and that we need to build more homes to address the…

Housing

Public post — These costs add up for Washington families. Trump needs to end this war to help…

These costs add up for Washington families. Trump needs to end this war to help bring economic relief to those back home.

Public post — Read my piece in The Hill about eliminating hedge funds from buying up…

Read my piece in The Hill about eliminating hedge funds from buying up single-family homes.

Public post — After slashing health care for millions of Americans in the so-called “Big…

After slashing health care for millions of Americans in the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill,” the Trump administration is now threatening to withhold another $1.3 billion in Medicaid funding.

Health care

Public post — Thousands of transgender service members have served openly with honor and…

Thousands of transgender service members have served openly with honor and distinction for years, and we must continue fighting to protect their right to serve.

Public post — A year ago today, I introduced the Fit to Serve Act, legislation affirming the…

A year ago today, I introduced the Fit to Serve Act, legislation affirming the right of transgender Americans to serve in the United States military. No one willing to serve our country with bravery and patriotism should be denied that…

Defense & military

Press release — Rep. Smith Condemns San Diego Mosque Attack, Calls on Congress to Reject Anti-Muslim Hate

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement in response to the hate crime targeting the Islamic Center of San Diego: “I unequivocally condemn the terror attack targeting the Islamic Center…

Public safetyBudget & taxesParks & environmentEducation & libraries

Public post — The bill also places important guardrails on institutional investors in our…

The bill also places important guardrails on institutional investors in our housing market, earning strong bipartisan support by allowing these organizations to own up to 350 single-family homes without penalty. But today's vote should be…

Housing

Public post — I condemn the San Diego Mosque attack and call on Congress to reject…

I condemn the San Diego Mosque attack and call on Congress to reject anti-Muslim hate.

Public post — I support a complete ban on hedge fund ownership of American homes and believe…

I support a complete ban on hedge fund ownership of American homes and believe institutional investors should be required to sell off their existing holdings over a 10-year period. It's past time to put power in the housing market back…

Housing

Public post — I proudly voted for the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, which expedites the…

I proudly voted for the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, which expedites the building of multifamily, manufactured, and rural housing and expands financing to help homebuyers and developers.

Housing

Public post — REMINDER: My office will be hosting the Protecting Yourself from Scams and…

REMINDER: My office will be hosting the Protecting Yourself from Scams and Fraud Event next Wednesday, May 27 starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Kent Senior Activity Center. Attendees will have a conversation about how to identify common online,…

Public post — To RSVP, visit adamsmith.house.gov/about/events....

To RSVP, visit adamsmith.house.gov/about/events....

Public post — What is an actual plan to get us out of this hole that the President of the…

What is an actual plan to get us out of this hole that the President of the United States has done such an outstanding job of digging for all of us?

Public post — The rise of hatred and bigotry against specific groups in our country,…

The rise of hatred and bigotry against specific groups in our country, especially the Jewish and Muslim communities, is appalling. We must all stand united against this violence.

Public post — Donald Trump is an authoritarian destroying our representative democracy just…

Donald Trump is an authoritarian destroying our representative democracy just for the glorification of his massive ego, and we're all paying an enormous price for it.

Public post — Let me be clear--this is another shameful attempt to take from hardworking…

Let me be clear--this is another shameful attempt to take from hardworking Americans, and I will continue to fight this abuse of power.

Public post — My heart goes out to those targeted in the shooting at the Islamic Center of…

My heart goes out to those targeted in the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. We mourn the loss of a brave security guard who died protecting this community, and we stand in solidarity with our Muslim neighbors during this dark…

Public post — As Americans struggle to put food on the table and fill up their gas tanks,…

As Americans struggle to put food on the table and fill up their gas tanks, Donald Trump and his corrupt Department of Justice want to take $1.8 billion from the American people to finance a slush fund for pardoned January 6…

Public post — For the past 61 years, the Head Start program has helped shape affordable early…

For the past 61 years, the Head Start program has helped shape affordable early childhood education in our country. Every child deserves access to learning opportunities, regardless of their background, and I will continue to stand…

Education & libraries

Public post — There are two true costs for the war with Iran.

There are two true costs for the war with Iran.

Public post — We need to work diplomatically with other countries to end the war with Iran.

We need to work diplomatically with other countries to end the war with Iran.

Public post — This bill makes the Ninth District and our country safer by addressing…

This bill makes the Ninth District and our country safer by addressing environmental and physical consequences from airplane fuel and emissions.

Parks & environment

Public post — I’m glad to see the federal government take a step towards improving the…

I’m glad to see the federal government take a step towards improving the quality of life for those living near airports, and will continue to work to advance these changes.

Public post — Two years ago, my legislation providing important provisions for…

Two years ago, my legislation providing important provisions for aviation-impacted communities passed the House of Representatives and was sent to President Biden’s desk where it became law.

Public post — Having grown up in SeaTac, I know how important the airport is to our…

Having grown up in SeaTac, I know how important the airport is to our community, but also how it can influence those living there.

Public post — Many thanks to our interns in both my D.C. and Kent offices who have helped the…

Many thanks to our interns in both my D.C. and Kent offices who have helped the constituents of the Ninth District. Appreciate your public service and help to my team.

Public post — We have to be on board to counter the aggressive Republican redistricting.

We have to be on board to counter the aggressive Republican redistricting.

Public post — The rest of the world sees President Trump as a combination of a dictator and a…

The rest of the world sees President Trump as a combination of a dictator and a bully willing to use U.S. power to coerce anyone he sees fit.

Public post — A true man of the people.

A true man of the people.

Public post — Great to join the team at @politico.com and Rep. Turner to discuss the state of…

Great to join the team at @politico.com and Rep. Turner to discuss the state of our country’s national security and the current status of the war with Iran. Appreciate you having me.

Public post — The global economy is in freefall and we are not in a ceasefire. Those are the…

The global economy is in freefall and we are not in a ceasefire. Those are the facts of the war with Iran.

Public post — Happy Mother’s Day to everyone celebrating in WA-09! Thank you to all the…

Happy Mother’s Day to everyone celebrating in WA-09! Thank you to all the mothers and loved ones that support us.

Public post — Thank you to the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and…

Thank you to the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and @fredhutch.org for visiting my district office to discuss developments in cancer treatment and the shifts in public and private funding for research.

Public post — The war with Iran has been devastating to the global economy.

The war with Iran has been devastating to the global economy.

Public post — It was great to hear directly from survivors and researchers and to learn about…

It was great to hear directly from survivors and researchers and to learn about the amazing work they do to help those fighting cancer. I will continue to support funding for this and speak out against the Trump Administration's push to…

Public post — During Small Business Week, I wanted to recognize Yo Soy Unico, a bilingual…

During Small Business Week, I wanted to recognize Yo Soy Unico, a bilingual daycare in Washington’s Ninth District, who won the 2025 SBA Microentrepeneur of the Year. Led by Carmen Corbin, this program out of federal way has been…

Public post — Happy National Nurses Day! Thank you to our caregivers for supporting patients…

Happy National Nurses Day! Thank you to our caregivers for supporting patients and providing selfless, compassionate treatment.

Public post — This not only reduces the quality and stability of health coverage for…

This not only reduces the quality and stability of health coverage for Washington residents, but also puts additional strain on the broader health care system.

Health care

Public post — This war with Iran is not in the best interest of the American people.

This war with Iran is not in the best interest of the American people.

Public post — Following the Republicans' refusal to renew Affordable Care Act tax credits,…

Following the Republicans' refusal to renew Affordable Care Act tax credits, 36,500 fewer Washingtonians have health insurance due to skyrocketing premiums. Making coverage less affordable is disastrous policy.

Budget & taxes

Public post — Happy National Small Business Week. Our local stores are the backbone of our…

Happy National Small Business Week. Our local stores are the backbone of our economy, so let’s recognize their hard work, dedication, and contributions to our community.

Public post — Join my office for this year’s Protecting Yourself from Scams and Fraud Event.…

Join my office for this year’s Protecting Yourself from Scams and Fraud Event. We’ll have a great conversation about how to identify common online, mail-in, and over the phone scam attempts to keep yourself safe. We'll be joined by expert…

Public post — To RSVP, visit adamsmith.house.gov/about/events....

To RSVP, visit adamsmith.house.gov/about/events....

Public post — Happy International Worker’s Day! As the proud son of a union worker, I’ve…

Happy International Worker’s Day! As the proud son of a union worker, I’ve spent my whole life working for improved workplace benefits, fair pay, and safe labor practices, and will continue to do so until we have equal pay.

Labor

Public post — Trump is unfit for office.

Trump is unfit for office.

Public post — There is far too much consolidation of wealth in our country, and we must…

There is far too much consolidation of wealth in our country, and we must recognize the hard work and dedication of employees across industries in our country.

Public post — Happy Asian Pacific American Heritage Month to everyone in Washington’s Ninth…

Happy Asian Pacific American Heritage Month to everyone in Washington’s Ninth District. Throughout May, let’s recognize the importance of history, culture, and tradition amongst AANHPI communities.

Public post — I’ve introduced legislation to provide enhanced career training and wraparound…

I’ve introduced legislation to provide enhanced career training and wraparound services and support the statewide task force to help high school students create strong alternative paths for their future.

Education & libraries

Public post — A college education isn’t attainable for all Washingtonians, many of whom have…

A college education isn’t attainable for all Washingtonians, many of whom have personal, financial, and physical restrictions.

Education & libraries

Public post — If we are going to be this big, powerful force that throws our weight around…

If we are going to be this big, powerful force that throws our weight around the world, the world wants to know, at a minimum, that we're doing it for the right reasons and with a sense of values to protect people, not to destroy entire…

Public post — 13 service members killed. Hundreds more injured. Gas is up $1 a gallon. This…

13 service members killed. Hundreds more injured. Gas is up $1 a gallon. This war should have never been started in the first place.

Public post — Trump is running this country like an authoritarian dictatorship, not like a…

Trump is running this country like an authoritarian dictatorship, not like a constitutional republic.

Public post — This weekend in Seattle, I visited the Vaisakhi celebration alongside the…

This weekend in Seattle, I visited the Vaisakhi celebration alongside the Consulate General of India. Thank you for welcoming me to this great festival honoring the new year.

Public post — President Trump will do everything he can to consolidate more power.

President Trump will do everything he can to consolidate more power.

Public post — During my recent town hall, I spoke about one of the biggest issues we're…

During my recent town hall, I spoke about one of the biggest issues we're facing right now as a nation.

Public post — Congratulations to our talented young Washingtonians who attended this year’s…

Congratulations to our talented young Washingtonians who attended this year’s Congressional Art Competition Exhibition at Hazen High School in Renton.

Education & libraries

Public post — I'll have the chance to speak with Secretary Hegseth on Wednesday, and I have a…

I'll have the chance to speak with Secretary Hegseth on Wednesday, and I have a lot of questions about how he plans to end this war with Iran.

Public post — These artists have dedicated a lot of time to their pieces, and I look forward…

These artists have dedicated a lot of time to their pieces, and I look forward to seeing our winner, Aurelia Zhou, have her piece “Just Around the Corner” hang in the U.S. Capitol for the next year. Great work.

Public post — We need effective, fully funded agencies with qualified staffers to best help…

We need effective, fully funded agencies with qualified staffers to best help the homeless population in King County. We cannot afford to lose track of $8 million in public funds. Disfunction at the top will trickle down to those receiving…

Housing

Public post — We need to take the temperature down and get back to the place where we work…

We need to take the temperature down and get back to the place where we work out problems with discussion and compromise.

Public post — "I am deeply grateful for their dedication and service, and I am keeping those…

"I am deeply grateful for their dedication and service, and I am keeping those who were placed in harm’s way in my thoughts and prayers."

Public post — “This evening, law enforcement acted swiftly to protect the President, Vice…

“This evening, law enforcement acted swiftly to protect the President, Vice President, First Lady, Cabinet members, and attendees at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after a gunman opened fire.

Public safety

Press release — Congressman Adam Smith Statement on the Shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.), released the following statement on the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. “This evening, law enforcement acted swiftly to protect the President, Vice President,…

Public safety

Public post — We need to show how we can govern effectively.

We need to show how we can govern effectively.

Public post — As the war in Iran continues, costs go up at home. Oil markets are closed,…

As the war in Iran continues, costs go up at home. Oil markets are closed, making it harder for Washingtonians to drive to work, pay at the pump, and keep up with expenses. It’s long past time for President Trump to end this war.

Public post — Happy 118th Birthday to U.S. Army Reserves. Since 1908, thousands of brave men…

Happy 118th Birthday to U.S. Army Reserves. Since 1908, thousands of brave men and women have dedicated their lives in service to our country. We greatly appreciate your courage and dedication.

Public post — I was proud to introduce and support ALERT Act, which overwhelmingly passed the…

I was proud to introduce and support ALERT Act, which overwhelmingly passed the House of Representatives last week, to strengthen cockpit alert technology and help prevent recent in-flight tragedies.

Public post — Growing up, my father worked as a baggage handler at SeaTac, so I was exposed…

Growing up, my father worked as a baggage handler at SeaTac, so I was exposed early on to the impact the airport had on our community.

Public post — I urge the Senate to pass this legislation and send it to the President’s desk…

I urge the Senate to pass this legislation and send it to the President’s desk to be signed into law.

Public post — Despite what the President says, the costs of this war with Iran outweighs the…

Despite what the President says, the costs of this war with Iran outweighs the benefits.

Public post — I send my prayers and condolences to his family, constituents, and staff, and I…

I send my prayers and condolences to his family, constituents, and staff, and I thank him for his many years of public service.

Public post — The costs of Trump's war with Iran keep going up.

The costs of Trump's war with Iran keep going up.

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To register, visit us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi....

Public post — Please join my office on Wednesday, May 6 at 12 p.m. PT for the Internet &…

Please join my office on Wednesday, May 6 at 12 p.m. PT for the Internet & Phone Savings Webinar. We’ll be joined by experts from the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission, PCs for People, and Evergreen Goodwill to discuss…

TransportationUtilities

Public post — It was a privilege to serve for two decades alongside Congressman David Scott…

It was a privilege to serve for two decades alongside Congressman David Scott and to witness firsthand his dedication to the people of Georgia, as well as his history-making role as the first Black man to chair the House Agriculture…

Public post — Happy Earth Day! Together, we can all minimize our footprint and protect our…

Happy Earth Day! Together, we can all minimize our footprint and protect our planet. Through education and advocacy, we can address the climate crisis.

Parks & environmentEducation & libraries

Public post — Donald Trump's illegal tariffs ripped $166 billion from American consumers, but…

Donald Trump's illegal tariffs ripped $166 billion from American consumers, but the Supreme Court ordered that these funds be returned back to the people.

Public post — As the President continues to prove that he stands alongside elite…

As the President continues to prove that he stands alongside elite billionaires, my colleagues and I will continue to push back for the benefit of the working class.

Public post — You can blow up a lot of things and do a lot of damage to Iran without…

You can blow up a lot of things and do a lot of damage to Iran without achieving any meaningfully strategic objective. We've instead paid enormous costs for this war.

Public post — Many small businesses across the Puget Sound were greatly hurt by these…

Many small businesses across the Puget Sound were greatly hurt by these tariffs, but you may qualify to get some of that money back. For more information, visit www.cbp.gov/trade/progra...

Public post — The war in Iran will not give us the result that we want.

The war in Iran will not give us the result that we want.

Public post — President Trump is targeting civilian infrastructure in Iran, which not only is…

President Trump is targeting civilian infrastructure in Iran, which not only is a war crime, but also undermines our credibility and leverage in the world.

Public safety

Public post — At a time when families in Washington’s Ninth District and across the country…

At a time when families in Washington’s Ninth District and across the country are struggling to make ends meet, we should be doing everything we can to lower electricity costs and energy bills—not leaving them out in the cold.

Utilities

Public post — 6 million low-income households rely on the Low Income Home Energy Assistance…

6 million low-income households rely on the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to keep their homes cool in the summer and warm in the winter. I joined 72 of my colleagues in signing a letter urging the rejection of Trump’s…

Public post — I was proud to know him throughout his distinguished career covering state and…

I was proud to know him throughout his distinguished career covering state and local politics and helping make our community better for it.

Public post — My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this…

My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. I hope people across the Puget Sound region take a moment to reflect on and celebrate the lasting impact of his work on hard-hitting, inquisitive…

Public post — I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of longtime Seattle political…

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of longtime Seattle political columnist Joel Connelly. Joel dedicated more than five decades of his life to journalism as a quick-witted, insightful reporter in the Seattle area.

Public post — A lesson learned from Viktor Orban’s defeat in Hungary.

A lesson learned from Viktor Orban’s defeat in Hungary.

Public post — We have a president who doesn't even know what the truth is and is leading us…

We have a president who doesn't even know what the truth is and is leading us into a devastating and costly war.

Public post — We need to build more housing and take institutional investors out of the…

We need to build more housing and take institutional investors out of the market to benefit single-family developments and a buyer-friendly market.

Housing

Public post — Buyers are entering the housing market later in life for one reason: the cost…

Buyers are entering the housing market later in life for one reason: the cost of housing is too expensive. The house my father bought in the 1970s for $15,000 would be over $1,000,000 now, which is unattainable and unaffordable for a…

Housing

Public post — Thanks to Washington Department of Health Secretary Worsham for stopping by my…

Thanks to Washington Department of Health Secretary Worsham for stopping by my District Office in Kent to discuss upcoming priorities and federal public health challenges. I look forward to working together to make Washington a safer place…

Health care

Public post — I would be a much happier person if Donald Trump was not the president…

I would be a much happier person if Donald Trump was not the president tomorrow, but we have to think strategically about stopping him.

Public post — A step in the right direction. By investing in shelter units, we place more…

A step in the right direction. By investing in shelter units, we place more homeless individuals in a safe, protected environment. Adding housing availability will give Washingtonians more accessibility to resources and services to move…

HousingParks & environment

Public post — President Trump is renegotiating a nuclear agreement that he initially tore up.

President Trump is renegotiating a nuclear agreement that he initially tore up.

Public post — Let's not forget the impacts of this war with Iran.

Let's not forget the impacts of this war with Iran.

Public post — Constant war empowers Hezbollah while Lebanese families pay the price. We need…

Constant war empowers Hezbollah while Lebanese families pay the price. We need a path that reduces violence and ensures a secure future for the region.

Public post — I’ve heard from many constituents who are deeply concerned about the civilian…

I’ve heard from many constituents who are deeply concerned about the civilian casualties in Lebanon from Israel air strikes. The war in Lebanon must stop and Israel must work with the Lebanese government to strengthen institutions, support…

Israel & Palestine

Public post — I sat down with folks from local unions to hear about building trade and…

I sat down with folks from local unions to hear about building trade and apprenticeship groups across our community. As the son of a unionized ramp serviceman at SeaTac Airport, I understand the importance of support from those in your…

Labor

Public post — For every $1 earned by white, non-Hispanic men, AANHPI women earn about 83¢.…

For every $1 earned by white, non-Hispanic men, AANHPI women earn about 83¢. Today we recognize the wage gap experienced by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander women and advocate for equal pay for all.

Labor

Public post — The President's decision-making is unhinged, irrational, and proves that he is…

The President's decision-making is unhinged, irrational, and proves that he is unfit for office.

Public post — The threats and the things that Donald Trump has said disqualify him as…

The threats and the things that Donald Trump has said disqualify him as Commander in Chief of the military.

Defense & military

Public post — There have been tremendous costs to Trump's war of choice with Iran, and the…

There have been tremendous costs to Trump's war of choice with Iran, and the rest of the world is not happy that he has no plans to end it.

Public post — When Donald Trump breaks the law, we will challenge it in the courts. Great…

When Donald Trump breaks the law, we will challenge it in the courts. Great news that this administration’s attempt to derail federal homelessness funding has been struck down. We need to allocate our housing dollars to build more…

HousingTransportation

Public post — I do not trust Donald Trump to be in charge of the might of the United States…

I do not trust Donald Trump to be in charge of the might of the United States military.

Defense & military

Public post — Yesterday, I met with WSA Head Start and ECEAP, Puget Sound Educational Service…

Yesterday, I met with WSA Head Start and ECEAP, Puget Sound Educational Service District, and Kent Youth and Family Services to discuss the current state of funding for early childhood education and the importance of protecting these…

Education & libraries

Public post — Donald Trump is unfit to lead this country.

Donald Trump is unfit to lead this country.

Public post — It was great to discuss their work and how to support these vital programs for…

It was great to discuss their work and how to support these vital programs for children in our communities.

Public post — The American people are paying the price for Trump's stupidity.

The American people are paying the price for Trump's stupidity.

Public post — Boots on the ground will only increase the cost of the war and the casualty…

Boots on the ground will only increase the cost of the war and the casualty count for the United States.

Public post — We need to stand up and protect our democracy for the sake of our nation and…

We need to stand up and protect our democracy for the sake of our nation and our policies.

Public post — Each one of Secretary Hegseth and President Trump's stupid tweets and memes is…

Each one of Secretary Hegseth and President Trump's stupid tweets and memes is gutting our nation's credibility.

Public post — The idea that we’re going to dig into the rest of the budget—we’re cutting…

The idea that we’re going to dig into the rest of the budget—we’re cutting Medicaid, food stamps, we’re cutting all of these programs—and then we’re going to pull $200 billion aside on top of a $1.5 trillion defense budget? Hell no. No…

Budget & taxesDefense & militaryHealth care

Public post — Donald Trump wants to add an additional $200 billion to fund the war in Iran,…

Donald Trump wants to add an additional $200 billion to fund the war in Iran, despite our nation being $40 trillion in debt.

Public post — This administration would prioritize wokeness over homelessness. By launching…

This administration would prioritize wokeness over homelessness. By launching an investigation to limit Washington’s Covenant Homeownership Program, Donald Trump is targeting individuals from historically marginalized communities who have…

Housing

Public post — Their priorities are completely out-of-whack. We should be doing more to help…

Their priorities are completely out-of-whack. We should be doing more to help our communities access housing, not strike down provisions because of DEI.

Housing

Public post — The objectives achieved in the war with Iran do not even begin to address the…

The objectives achieved in the war with Iran do not even begin to address the costs.

Public post — As long as the current system stands, the President will continue to utilize…

As long as the current system stands, the President will continue to utilize the Justice Department to settle personal scores, fire hundreds of qualified employees, mishandle the Epstein files, and use resources as his own vengeance tools.

Public post — American families are the ones paying the cost. Higher costs, fewer jobs, and…

American families are the ones paying the cost. Higher costs, fewer jobs, and slower growth have hurt pocketbooks across the country. The President's unnecessary trade war is not only illegal, but incredibly hurtful to the working-class.

Public post — Pam Bondi may be fired, but the corruption at the Department of Justice remains…

Pam Bondi may be fired, but the corruption at the Department of Justice remains rooted in Donald Trump's agenda. We need policies changed, not just the figureheads implementing them.

Public post — Real accountability requires checking presidential power—not just replacing…

Real accountability requires checking presidential power—not just replacing those who carry out his vision.

Public post — The military campaign has led to enormous costs in the war with Iran.

The military campaign has led to enormous costs in the war with Iran.

Defense & military

Public post — The war with Iran has had huge costs for a relatively small gain.

The war with Iran has had huge costs for a relatively small gain.

Public post — It's now been one year since Trump's infamous "Liberation Day" launched global…

It's now been one year since Trump's infamous "Liberation Day" launched global tariffs across the world.

Public post — Wishing everyone in the Ninth District a happy Passover! Chag Pesach Sameach.

Wishing everyone in the Ninth District a happy Passover! Chag Pesach Sameach.

Public post — We are worse off than when we started the war with Iran. It must end now.

We are worse off than when we started the war with Iran. It must end now.

Public post — Let's break down President Trump's goals with Iran.

Let's break down President Trump's goals with Iran.

Public post — I think we ought to negotiate a ceasefire with Iran because the costs of the…

I think we ought to negotiate a ceasefire with Iran because the costs of the war have been tremendous.

Public post — Meaningful progress in Iran would jeopardize their ability to survive or…

Meaningful progress in Iran would jeopardize their ability to survive or threaten the United States. That hasn't happened yet.

Public post — We had a lot of problems with Iran prior to the war, yet we're no closer to…

We had a lot of problems with Iran prior to the war, yet we're no closer to solving them than before this started.

Public post — I will continue to advocate for supportive, evidence-based care—and for…

I will continue to advocate for supportive, evidence-based care—and for everyone’s right to be who they are.

Public post — More proof of Trump's reckless authoritarian behavior hell-bent on destroying…

More proof of Trump's reckless authoritarian behavior hell-bent on destroying our constitutional republic. This illegal act to restrict the ability of people to vote is not only infringing on our State's ability to handle their own…

Public post — I am deeply troubled with the implications of the Supreme Court's ruling today…

I am deeply troubled with the implications of the Supreme Court's ruling today that rejects CO's ban on conversion therapy for minors. There is clear evidence of the long-term harm caused to children who are subject to these intense…

Public post — Happy International Transgender Day of Visibility! I’m proud of the trans…

Happy International Transgender Day of Visibility! I’m proud of the trans community in WA-09 for being authentic selves and those who celebrate their true identities.

Public post — Trump only has one move. What’s next?

Trump only has one move. What’s next?

Public post — ICE already has $190 billion. I do not intend to give them another cent after…

ICE already has $190 billion. I do not intend to give them another cent after they violated the rights of the American people.

Immigration & ICE

Public post — From the very beginning, Democrats had a proposal to pay TSA, Coast Guard, and…

From the very beginning, Democrats had a proposal to pay TSA, Coast Guard, and FEMA, yet Republicans refused to bring it to a vote.

Public post — Republicans chose not to fund TSA.

Republicans chose not to fund TSA.

Public post — Let’s work together to make government work better.

Let’s work together to make government work better.

Public post — Building more homes shouldn’t be so complicated. I've introduced the PHAZE Act…

Building more homes shouldn’t be so complicated. I've introduced the PHAZE Act to improve zoning and permitting restrictions in the housing space.

Housing

Public post — Demand accountability. Govern better. Deliver for people. Show the American…

Demand accountability. Govern better. Deliver for people. Show the American people we have a strong alternative to the narcissistic insanity of the Trump Regime. Read Danny Westneat’s column today in the Seattle Times for more on this…

Public post — Trump’s priorities are clear – he wants to give his billionaire friends a tax…

Trump’s priorities are clear – he wants to give his billionaire friends a tax break and add to the national debt. Working families are going to pay the price to the $39 trillion national debt, which has only climbed because of the…

Budget & taxes

Public post — Only a few more weeks to submit your piece to the 2026 Congressional Art…

Only a few more weeks to submit your piece to the 2026 Congressional Art Competition! The Congressional Art Competition is open to all high school students in the 9th District.

Education & libraries

Public post — Winning entries from each congressional district are hung in the Cannon Tunnel…

Winning entries from each congressional district are hung in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol for one year, and the winning student artists (plus a guest) will be flown to Washington, D.C. to be recognized at an award ceremony. For…

Education & libraries

Public post — I don't think we need to spend $200 billion on defense in order to meet the…

I don't think we need to spend $200 billion on defense in order to meet the needs of our country, and I think it undercuts the ability to fund other things that are also important like Medicaid, education, and SNAP benefits.

Defense & militaryHealth careEducation & libraries

Public post — The chaos caused by Donald Trump and the Republican Congress continues to…

The chaos caused by Donald Trump and the Republican Congress continues to spread.

Public post — To address the problem of homelessness, we need to understand who is suffering…

To address the problem of homelessness, we need to understand who is suffering in our community. Families are often overlooked when assessing King County’s homeless population, and unless they are considered into the count, we can’t…

Housing

Public post — Democrats have had a solution to end the nightmare at our airports for over a…

Democrats have had a solution to end the nightmare at our airports for over a month. We must fund TSA, Coast Guard, and FEMA.