Oppose offshore wind development over safety concerns

Smith opposes offshore wind projects, arguing that they could harm New Jersey coastal communities and create serious risks for military and civilian aircraft and vessels by affecting radar. The passage reports his position in the context of the Trump administration’s halt to offshore wind construction.

Context: The passage does not specify which projects or what action Smith would pursue beyond supporting the construction halt. This voter guide reports an official position or earlier remarks; the original statement date is not established and this is not verified as a new 2026 campaign promise.

In their own words

ocean wind projects pose significant, catastrophic impacts to radar

The source

Chris Smith: 2026 congressional voter guide

Published: Original date not established; campaign context manually checked
Retrieved: 11/11/2026