Today, Reps. Chris Smith (R-NJ) and Tom Suozzi (D-NY) introduced the Tibet Atrocities Determination Act (HR 9085), legislation to require the U.S. Secretary of State to compile and submit a comprehensive report to Congress on whether the People’s Republic of China (PRC) has committed acts of genocide and/or crimes against humanity against Tibetans in Tibet. HR 9085 is the House companion legislation to S. 4432, introduced by Sens. Rick Scott (R-FL) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) in the Senate chamber ... Read more

On Wednesday, June 3rd, Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission (TLHRC), will chair a congressional hearing on the challenges to freedom, rule of law and democracy in Turkey. In the aftermath of recent electoral setbacks for the ruling party, the Turkish government has intensified its crackdown on political opposition, independent media, civil society, religious minorities, and perceived critics at home and abroad. Human rights advocates estimate that over 15... Read more

By The Staff Published June 1, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. — New Jersey Congressman Chris Smith (R, NJ-04) is welcoming a series of new federal initiatives aimed at strengthening the nation’s response to Lyme disease, including expanded research funding, prevention efforts, and support for innovative diagnostic tools. On Friday, Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced an initiative by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to increase federal investment in combating Lyme disease and other ... Read more

By Bob Vosseller Published June 1, 2026 MANCHESTER – It was a day of celebration with county and municipal officials joining special guest 4th District Congressman Christopher Smith for the dedication of 10 new police vehicles. Police Chief Antonio Ellis welcomed the officials and guests who were present at the police headquarters on Colonial Drive. The vehicles were funded with no municipal tax burden through the Byrne Discretionary Grant Program. This program supports projects designated for f... Read more

By ESPN Published June 1, 2026 at 5:56 PM ET Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has signed a 10-year, $400 million endorsement contract with Chinese sports apparel company Li-Ning, industry sources told ESPN's Shams Charania, ending a drawn-out recruitment process following Curry's departure from Under Armour in November. Curry announced the end of his sneaker free agency Monday with a landmark deal at Li-Ning that expands his Curry Brand venture globally. The agreement will include basket... Read more

By Lisa Bourne Published May 29, 2026 Fifty Members of Congress submitted an amicus brief arguing that the Biden Administration illegally commandeered the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) to force all U.S. employers - even faith-based and religious organizations – to accommodate employee abortions. Led by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Rep. Erin Houchin (R-IN), Sen. Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), and Sen. James Lankford (R-OK), the lawmakers submitted the brief Tuesday to the Fifth Circuit Court of Ap... Read more

“I have always supported and will continue to deeply respect our Nation’s law enforcement officers, including those serving in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with both my voice and vote. “The protesters’ violent and abusive treatment of these law enforcement officers is absolutely unconscionable. “I categorically reject the disrespect, hatred, and malice directed at these law enforcement officers by belligerent picketers. “Enforcing our Nation’s immigration laws is necessary to... Read more

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Caucus, praised U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his leadership and new, groundbreaking investments in Lyme disease research, prevention, and treatment. At a press conference in New Hampshire on Friday, Secretary Kennedy unveiled HHS’ plans to dramatically enhance the federal government’s focus and commitment to programs designed to combat Lyme disease. Among ... Read more

By Gabrielle M. Etzel Published May 29, 2026 at 4:04 PM ET The Department of Health and Human Services announced a sweeping set of new initiatives to improve prevention and treatment of tick-borne diseases, including the chronic effects of Lyme disease. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., visiting New Hampshire on Friday, announced a variety of new programs, including new research funding from the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to improve diagno... Read more

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Rep. Erin Houchin (R-IN), Sen. Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Sen. James Lankford (R-OK), and 46 other members of Congress submitted an amicus brief to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals on behalf of U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) v. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), arguing that the Biden Administration illegally hijacked the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) to force all employers nationwide—including faith-based or religious organizations—to... Read more