Wenatchee Times

Rep. Kim Schrier, M.D., a member of the U.S. Congress representing Washington's 8th District, has been actively engaging with healthcare and agricultural issues through her recent social media communications. Her tweets highlight her ongoing efforts to address critical challenges faced by her constituents.

On February 8, 2025, Rep. Schrier shared her engagement with representatives from Seattle Children's Hospital and Mary Bridge Children's Hospital. She emphasized the importance of children's health and well-being as a priority in her work as a pediatrician. "I was happy to meet with representatives from @seattlechildren and Mary Bridge Children's Hospital to discuss their needs and ways we can work together going forward."

The following day, on February 9, 2025, she addressed the impact of trade policies on local agriculture. She pointed out that Washington farmers are at risk due to retaliatory tariffs resulting from President Trump's trade war with major trading partners such as Canada, Mexico, and China. In response, she introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at promoting agricultural exports in her district. "As a result of President Trump's trade war, Washington farmers are facing the threat of retaliatory tariffs from Canada, Mexico, and China, three of our largest trade partners."

On February 11, 2025, Rep. Schrier highlighted concerns over federal funding freezes affecting Medicaid and substance abuse programs in Washington State. She noted these disruptions hinder efforts to combat the fentanyl crisis and address emerging threats like xylazine. "President Trump's federal funding freeze disrupted millions of dollars for Medicaid and substance abuse prevention and treatment programs in Washington State."