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Rep. Jason Smith, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Missouri’s 8th district, shared his views on economic policies and political matters through a series of tweets on December 5, 2024. Smith, who has been in office since replacing Jo Ann Emerson in 2013, addressed issues ranging from tax cuts to the Biden administration's impact on Americans.

In a tweet posted at 14:19 UTC, Rep. Jason Smith expressed support for the Trump tax cuts. He stated that these cuts demonstrated an ability to "grow the economy, create millions of jobs, and raise wages without inflation." Smith emphasized that Republicans are committed to building on this success to protect hardworking Americans. "The Trump tax cuts showed we could grow the economy, create millions of jobs, and raise wages without inflation."

Later that day at 17:37 UTC, Smith commented on the recent election results and their implications for governance. He asserted that "the American people decisively elected a Republican government" and highlighted their demand for action. Criticizing the current administration's impact on citizens' lives, he warned against any congressional delays in providing relief. "The American people decisively elected a Republican government and are DEMANDING action."

At 17:51 UTC, Rep. Jason Smith addressed legal proceedings involving Hunter Biden. He claimed that Biden was not unfairly prosecuted but rather unfairly protected by the Department of Justice under President Biden's administration for years. Smith challenged those who disagree with his assessment as being in denial about the situation."Hunter Biden wasn't unfairly prosecuted."