Senator John Curtis Addresses Foreign Policy and Local Concerns in Utah
SALT LAKE CITY — Senator John Curtis returned to Utah on Friday, engaging in a series of events that highlighted his positions on foreign policy and local issues while responding to his critics.
At the Little America Hotel, Curtis discussed a significant "re-calibration" of how U.S. tax dollars are allocated internationally, emphasizing the importance of maintaining American superiority over China. He expressed serious concern over potential aggression towards Taiwan and reaffirmed his support for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. Curtis stated, "This is not hard to tell who our friends and who are not our friends in that part of the world. Putin is not our friend," receiving considerable applause from attendees.
However, the event faced a brief interruption when a protester voiced discontent, highlighting frustrations over Curtis’s positions on Social Security and the lack of in-person town hall meetings. "He won’t interact with his constituents," protester Buffie Trease criticized. In response, Curtis defended his outreach efforts, citing tele-town halls and claiming he engages more with his constituents than most.
Later, during a roundtable discussion with energy sector leaders, concerns were raised about regulatory hurdles and climate change impacts. Amanda Smith, from AES, emphasized the need for business certainty as energy demands grow. Curtis pledged to prioritize permitting reform to enhance Utah’s energy development.
Additionally, he commented on transparency regarding U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s communication practices, stating that the American public deserves clarity. He also suggested that Congress should assume a larger role in tariff decisions, noting the risks of executive overreach in policy-making.
Curtis’s visit showcased his commitment to addressing both national and local issues while navigating pushback from constituents.
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