Wenatchee Times

Rep. Kim Schrier, M.D., a current member of the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 8th District, recently expressed her views on various topics through social media. Schrier has been serving in this capacity since replacing Dave Reichert in 2019.

On January 29, 2025, Rep. Schrier criticized President Trump's decision to freeze funding, describing it as an "illegal attack on taxpayers and families in the 8th District" that disrupts essential programs and projects funded by Washingtonians. She emphasized that the president's actions are blocking funds from returning to their communities. "President Trump’s funding freeze is an illegal attack on taxpayers and families in the 8th District that cuts off vital programs and projects."

In another tweet posted later that day, Rep. Schrier extended her well-wishes for the Lunar New Year to those celebrating within her district and nationwide. She expressed hope for prosperity, health, and happiness during this festive period."Happy Lunar New Year! Wishing all who celebrate in the Eighth District and across the country prosperity, health, and happiness during this new year."

Furthermore, Rep. Schrier voiced her opposition to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential leadership at the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). She described his anti-vaccine stance as dangerous and disqualifying for any role impacting public health."RFK Jr. is unfit to lead @HHSGov - his dangerous anti-vaccine lies should disqualify him from holding any position that impacts our public health and safety." As a pediatrician herself, she reaffirmed her belief in vaccines' safety and necessity.