Rep. Jason T. Smith, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 8th District | Official Website
Rep. Jason T. Smith, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 8th District | Official Website
Rep. Jason Smith, a U.S. Congressman representing Missouri's 8th district since 2013, has recently shared his views on various issues through a series of tweets. These posts reflect his stance on justice, border security, and government spending.
On November 20, 2024, Rep. Jason Smith tweeted "Justice for Laken Riley". The tweet did not provide further context or details about the case or individual mentioned.
The following day, November 21, 2024, he expressed his opinion on national security by stating that "On Day 1, President Trump will do more for our nation’s border security than Democrats and this Administration have done in 4 years." This comment reflects his support for former President Trump's approach to border security compared to the current administration.
Later on the same day, Rep. Smith criticized bureaucratic practices in Washington with a tweet: "For years, bureaucrats have unlawfully tried to control Washington without the consent of Congress. The Biden Administration has spent $1 TRILLION with the stroke of a pen." He mentioned Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as figures who would address these issues and reduce what he perceives as excessive government spending.