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Rep. Jason Smith, who represents Missouri’s 8th district in the U.S. Congress, marked recent events and milestones in a series of posts on his social media account.

On August 13, 2025, Smith shared his participation at an agricultural education event: "I had the opportunity to join several leaders that are instrumental in developing and advancing agricultural education here in Missouri at the 64th annual Delta Days celebration. It was great to be joined by @GovMikeKehoe where we discussed our partnership of working at the https://t.co/WnR1TbdR5V".

The following day, Smith addressed the anniversary of Social Security. On August 14, 2025, he posted: "It has been ninety years since a solemn promise was made to America’s seniors that they should be able to retire with dignity and security. Today, millions of Americans – who spent their working years paying into the Social Security system – rely on this retirement benefit to pay". He also encouraged readers to view his full statement: "Read my full statement on the 90th anniversary of Social Security below. https://t.co/32EMShAhsl".

Smith has served as Missouri’s 8th district representative since 2013 after replacing Jo Ann Emerson and previously held office in the Missouri House of Representatives from 2005 to 2013. Born in St Louis in 1980 and currently residing in Salem, Smith holds degrees from both the University of Missouri (BS) and Oklahoma City University (JD).