Rep. Suzan DelBene, U.S. Congresswoman representing Washington’s 1st district since 2012, posted a series of statements on social media addressing environmental safety and economic policy between December 10 and 11, 2025.
On December 10, DelBene raised concerns about a recent fuel leak from the Olympic Pipeline, writing, “The November Olympic Pipeline leak released at least 2,300 gallons of fuel, threatening water, farms, wildlife, public health, & disrupted air travel at Sea-Tac. I’m demanding answers & accountability from BP. Our communities deserve safety & transparency.” The pipeline incident led to disruptions at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and has prompted calls for greater corporate accountability.
Later that day, DelBene criticized tariffs imposed during former President Donald Trump’s administration: “Trump’s tariffs are a tax on families & small businesses. Retailers can’t absorb the costs forever. We need policies that will lower costs, not chaotic tariffs that raise prices at the checkout line.”
Continuing her commentary into the following morning on December 11, DelBene commented on economic conditions under Trump: “Trump brags about his “A+++++” economy. Meanwhile, hardworking families are facing higher prices, tighter budgets, & fewer opportunities.”
Suzan DelBene was born in Selma, Alabama in 1962 and currently resides in Medina. She is an alumna of Reed College and the University of Washington. Since taking office after Jay Inslee in 2012 as representative for Washington’s 1st District—an area encompassing parts of King and Snohomish counties—DelBene has focused on issues ranging from environmental protection to economic policy.
