Congressman Smith Statement on Concerning Immigration and Customs Enforcement Actions
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adam Smith released the following statement in response to extremely disturbing reports in numerous states across the country that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been targeting individuals who have a legal right under current law to be in the United States: “Any attempt by the Trump Administration to reverse […]
Read MoreCongressman Smith Delivers Valentines for Vets to Puget Sound Veterans
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adam Smith visited Compass Veterans Center on Friday, February 10th, to deliver valentines made by local students through his office’s second annual Valentines for Vets program. Congressman Smith wants to make sure that our veterans receive recognition and thanks for their service around Valentine’s Day. On Monday, February 13th, Congressman Smith’s […]
Read MoreHere’s How Holders of Special Immigrant Visas Contribute to U.S. National Security
Washington, D.C. – Today, House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (D-WA), made the following statement about the sacrifices and contributions made by holders of Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) on behalf of the United States and its national security: “When we talk about holders of Special Immigrant Visas, we are talking about individuals who […]
Read MoreSmith Statement on Defense Policy and Islam
Washington, D.C. – Today, House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (D-WA), made the following statement about Trump adviser Steve Bannon’s recorded views on U.S. defense policy and Islam: “I am deeply disturbed by Steve Bannon’s long record of commentary on Islam and national security. In public interviews, Bannon has persistently argued that the […]
Read MoreSmith Statement on Trump Administration’s Disturbingly Vague Regulatory Executive Order
“President Trump continues to sign vague and ill-conceived executive orders that have clearly not been properly considered in a rush to fulfill campaign promises. The executive order related to regulation signed this week is just another gimmick under the guise of reducing regulations. It arbitrarily requires that for every regulation passed, two have to be […]
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