Rep. Chris Smith Condemns UN Report on UNRWA as Whitewash
Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) has strongly criticized the recently released report on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), describing it as "an absolute whitewash aimed at covering up the antisemitism, violence and hate that has poisoned the agency for decades." Smith, who is the Chair of the House Global Human Rights and International Organizations Subcommittee, has been a vocal opponent of UNRWA and has authored legislation to ban US funding for the agency.The report, officially known as the report of the Independent Review Group but widely referred to as the...
Hong Kong Human Rights Defender Honored with Street Name in Washington DC
Legislation introduced by Reps. Chris Smith and Tom Suozzi aims to rename the address of the Hong Kong Economic Trade Office in Washington, DC as 1 Jimmy Lai Way in honor of the imprisoned Hong Kong human rights defender, Jimmy Lai."Jimmy Lai is a man of faith and conviction, someone who fervently believed that Hong Kong’s prosperity and vitality were built on the rights promised to its citizens," expressed Rep. Smith, who nominated Lai for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. He added, "For peacefully acting on this belief, he is arbitrarily detained."Rep. Suozzi emphasized the...
Rep. Chris Smith Mourns the Passing of Rep. Donald Payne Jr.
Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) today issued a statement on the passing of Rep. Donald Payne, Jr. of Newark, expressing his condolences and honoring Payne's legacy.Smith described Payne as a dedicated public servant who followed in his father's footsteps, working tirelessly to improve the lives of New Jersey families. He highlighted Payne's compassion for those in need, stating, "Donald Payne Jr., like his father before him, was a dedicated public servant who worked to improve the lives of New Jersey families. He was a compassionate legislator who cared deeply for people...
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Concerns Mount Over Verizon’s Planned 5G Towers in Belmar; Smith Introduces Legislation to Empower Local Residents
Concerns are growing over Verizon's proposed installation of 20 30-foot towers along the boardwalk in Belmar, prompting Rep. Chris Smith to introduce legislation aimed at empowering local residents impacted by the proliferation of 5G towers. In a statement, Smith highlighted the importance of restoring the role of residents in decision-making processes regarding the advancement of 5G technology. Smith's bill, HR 8082, seeks to nullify FCC regulations that limit the input of local governments and communities in such projects.“My legislation will repeal these harmful...