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Rep. Jason Smith, who represents Missouri’s 8th district in the U.S. Congress, shared updates on August 4, 2025, regarding his recent activities in Missouri through a series of posts on social media.

In a post published at 17:08 UTC, Smith described attending an event to honor veterans: "I was honored to attend a Veterans Appreciation Rally at VFW Post 1866 in Doniphan, Missouri, where we gathered to recognize the incredible service and sacrifice of our veterans. I am so grateful for the strength and courage of those who have served our nation. It was great to https://t.co/HHrP5qcbe0" (August 4, 2025).

Later that day at 19:12 UTC, Smith met with local agricultural leaders and discussed the impact of federal policies on Missouri farmers: "It was great to meet up with Missouri Farm Bureau to hear from our farmers about how President Trump’s first six months in office have benefitted Missouri farmers. I know there are a lot of folks struggling, whether because of crop prices, the cost of living, or regulation from https://t.co/ioonZKufQE" (August 4, 2025).

At 20:51 UTC on the same day, Smith visited a major food processing facility in Dexter: "I toured the Cal Maine Foods’ Dexter facility. Nearly 5 million eggs are processed here per week, that are then shipped all across the country. While I am still disappointed by Tyson’s decision to walk away from Dexter, it’s great that Cal Maine stepped up and has kept jobs in https://t.co/Z5ZnBaxIr1" (August 4, 2025).

Smith has represented Missouri's 8th District since replacing Jo Ann Emerson in Congress in 2013 and previously served in the state legislature from 2005 until his election to Congress. Born in St Louis in 1980 and currently residing in Salem, he holds degrees from both the University of Missouri and Oklahoma City University.