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Rep. Jason Smith, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Missouri's 8th district, shared his views on recent political developments through a series of tweets on January 22, 2025. These tweets addressed topics ranging from economic policies to border security measures.

In his first tweet, Rep. Smith highlighted President Trump's announcement of 'Stargate', describing it as "a strong investment in American jobs and global competitiveness." He emphasized that by investing in the modernization of the economy, President Trump is "empowering American companies and workers to compete on the global stage." The full tweet can be viewed here.

Later that day, Rep. Smith tweeted about the impact of the Trump tax cuts, stating that they had ignited an economic boom which benefited working-class Americans significantly. He noted that initiatives like doubling the Child Tax Credit and cutting tax rates resulted in income growth for families in the bottom 10% faster than those in the top 10%. The complete message is available here.

In another tweet posted on January 22, Rep. Smith compared border security efforts under President Trump to those during Former President Joe Biden's tenure. He claimed that "President Trump has already done more to defend our southern border" than his predecessor did over four years. This statement can be found here.