Adam Smith
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Adam Smith is a U.S. Representative for Washington's 9th congressional district, serving since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on various legislative efforts, particularly in defense and foreign policy. Throughout his tenure, Smith has been involved in key discussions and initiatives related to national security and military funding, reflecting his commitment to these issues. He has also been an advocate for progressive policies within his district and has worked on legislation addressing economic and social challenges faced by his constituents.
Jul 12, 2019
Meanwhile, back to a world that actually exists. Talking about Ms. Jayapal's amendment, I think it is incredibly important because there is a problem going forward from the military that we have seen on many issues. You take it piece by…
Jul 12, 2019
I thank the gentleman for offering this amendment. I do agree with the opponent on this issue, that we have tried to hold Saudi Arabia accountable. As the gentleman mentioned, we have countlessly showed them how to better target. We have…
Jul 11, 2019
The purpose of the 2002 AUMF could not have been more clear. I was here at the time. It was one of the more consequential debates we have ever had. And the purpose was clearly stated to go after Saddam Hussein because he had weapons of…
Jul 11, 2019
I want to make it absolutely clear, in all the scenarios that the gentleman on the other side just pointed out, the President has the absolute right of self-defense. As Mr. Khanna made clear in his opening remarks, the right of self…
Jul 11, 2019
This is an amendment that Mr. Amash, Ms. Lee, I, and others have worked on in previous years. It is a very simple principle. Certainly, with the 9/11 attacks, with the terrorism threat that we face, it is very real, and we need to make…
Jul 11, 2019
I appreciate the gentleman's comments, and I think he is absolutely right in the first half, and absolutely wrong in the second half. I would disagree with my colleague's comments that Democrats have not had an opportunity to contribute to…
Jul 11, 2019
I urge adoption of the en bloc package, and I yield back the balance of my time. The CHAIR. The question is on the amendments en bloc offered by the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Smith). The en bloc amendments were agreed to. Amendments…
Jul 11, 2019
We have no further speakers. I urge adoption of the en bloc package, and I yield back the balance of my time.
Jul 11, 2019
I claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Washington is recognized for 5 minutes.
Jul 11, 2019
She didn't like the way we did it, so she wanted to fix it. It had to do with the Under Secretary for Intelligence and the title. It is kind of irrelevant what it was, but we worked with her, and we got it solved. We had it ready to go…
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