Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) | ChamberLight

Net Sentiment

+72

214 votes · 119th

Sitting Representative · New Jersey

Chris Smith

Republican (R)HouseNew JerseyRunning for Re-election

Representative from New Jersey, District 4 since 1981. Subcommittee Chair, Foreign Affairs Committee.

Since 1981Next election IN 1 MO

Candidate for NJ-4(R)2026 general

Election: Nov 3, 2026

39Days AwayNov 3, 2026

Candidate for NJ-4(R)2026 general

Election: Nov 3, 2026

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The Washington Times

Republican Rep. Chris Smith urges Trump to confront Xi about Americans jailed in China

Smith is pressing the administration to prioritize Americans detained in China and use additional diplomatic and legislative tools.

Hyde Amendment Has Saved Almost 3 Million Babies From Abortions

Smith hosted a House floor event recognizing the Hyde Amendment’s upcoming 50th anniversary and spoke in support of its protections.

Abortion/Reproductive Rights

U.S. Religious Freedom Commission Places Azerbaijan, Turkey on ‘Special Watch List’

Representative Chris Smith led a hearing on human rights in Azerbaijan following the 2023 military campaign in Nagorno-Karabakh.

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionDefense/Military

The CCP Is Murdering Citizens for Profit

Representative Christopher Smith spoke at a Heritage Foundation event regarding his legislation to combat forced organ harvesting in China.

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionCriminal Justice

The Gateway Pundit

Mainstream Media Failed to Cover Palm Sunday Massacre of Nigerian Christians

Representative Chris Smith urged the Nigerian government to protect Christian communities following a series of Holy Week attacks.

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionDefense/Military

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New Jersey election 2026: Your 4th Congressional District voter guide

The guide profiles Smith’s congressional career, committee roles, and legislative work as he seeks to retain his seat.

HealthcareEconomyHousing

Washington Examiner+1

GAO finds millions of Obamacare enrollees have abortions covered

Smith criticized ACA abortion coverage and is leading a House proposal to apply Hyde restrictions to marketplace premium tax credits.

Budget/SpendingHealthcareAbortion/Reproductive Rights

europeanconservative.com

U.S. Congressmen Protest EU Interference in Hungary’s Elections

Representative Chris Smith co-authored a letter to the European Commission protesting alleged interference in the Hungarian electoral process.

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionTechnology/Privacy

US Republicans block bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

Representative Chris Smith presided over a brief House session, effectively blocking Democratic efforts to pass a war powers resolution.

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionDefense/Military

Daily Post Nigeria

Kwankwaso’s name on US religious persecution bill misguided – Kano Deputy Governor

Representative Chris Smith is cited as a sponsor of legislation targeting religious persecution and Fulani militias in Nigeria.

Foreign PolicyEthics/Corruption

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The Washington Times

Republican Rep. Chris Smith urges Trump to confront Xi about Americans jailed in China

Smith is pressing the administration to prioritize Americans detained in China and use additional diplomatic and legislative tools.

Hyde Amendment Has Saved Almost 3 Million Babies From Abortions

Smith hosted a House floor event recognizing the Hyde Amendment’s upcoming 50th anniversary and spoke in support of its protections.

Abortion/Reproductive Rights

New Jersey election 2026: Your 4th Congressional District voter guide

The guide profiles Smith’s congressional career, committee roles, and legislative work as he seeks to retain his seat.

HealthcareEconomy

Washington Examiner+1

GAO finds millions of Obamacare enrollees have abortions covered

Smith criticized ACA abortion coverage and is leading a House proposal to apply Hyde restrictions to marketplace premium tax credits.

Budget/SpendingHealthcare

europeanconservative.com

U.S. Congressmen Protest EU Interference in Hungary’s Elections

Representative Chris Smith co-authored a letter to the European Commission protesting alleged interference in the Hungarian electoral process.

Foreign PolicyEthics/Corruption

U.S. Religious Freedom Commission Places Azerbaijan, Turkey on ‘Special Watch List’

Representative Chris Smith led a hearing on human rights in Azerbaijan following the 2023 military campaign in Nagorno-Karabakh.

Foreign PolicyEthics/Corruption

US Republicans block bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

Representative Chris Smith presided over a brief House session, effectively blocking Democratic efforts to pass a war powers resolution.

Foreign PolicyEthics/Corruption

The CCP Is Murdering Citizens for Profit

Representative Christopher Smith spoke at a Heritage Foundation event regarding his legislation to combat forced organ harvesting in China.

Foreign PolicyEthics/Corruption

The Gateway Pundit

Mainstream Media Failed to Cover Palm Sunday Massacre of Nigerian Christians

Representative Chris Smith urged the Nigerian government to protect Christian communities following a series of Holy Week attacks.

Foreign PolicyEthics/Corruption

Daily Post Nigeria

Kwankwaso’s name on US religious persecution bill misguided – Kano Deputy Governor

Representative Chris Smith is cited as a sponsor of legislation targeting religious persecution and Fulani militias in Nigeria.

Foreign PolicyEthics/Corruption

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US Republicans block push to curb Trump’s war powers over Iran strikes

12 ART · 9 SRCApr 10, 2026

Heritage Panel: CCP Is Murdering Citizens For Organs And Profiting By The Billions

4 ART · 4 SRCApr 13, 2026

Republican incumbent for New Jersey's 4th district; currently the longest-serving member of the New Jersey congressional delegation.

Born

Mar 4, 1953 (age 73)

District

New Jersey — District 4

Office

2373 Rayburn House Office Building Washington DC 20515-3004

Phone

202-225-3765

Voting Record506 of 512 cast · 119th Congress

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