Last updated on Thu October 28, 2021 at 02:40 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Bowman (D-NY-16) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Human rights groups should not be designated as "terrorist groups." This is absolutely undemocratic and repressive. Secretary Blinken must call for the Israeli government to reverse this decision. Link to quoted tweetThis is a deeply repressive measure that seems designed to outlaw and persecute important Palestinian human rights groups. The Biden Admin should make clear to the Israeli government that this is totally unacceptable and anti-democratic, and call on them to reverse the decision. https://t.co/qJYjd8PIA4”
Gaetz (R-FL-1) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Jake Novak, the Media Relations Director at @IsraelinNewYork, is about to be in the news again soon for his role in the extortion plot against my family. Israel has condemned his conduct already, but many more details to come. Backstory here: Link to rumble.com”
Pressley (D-MA-7) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “The Israeli government’s decision to criminalize 6 prominent Palestinian human rights orgs is an affront to our shared human rights. @SecBlinken must push back on this decision & protect Palestinian human rights organizations from further repression. Link to quoted tweetIsrael labels Palestinian human rights groups as terrorist organisations https://t.co/M4A0JqT9Ar The organizations targeted are: @DCIPalestine; @Addameer; @alhaq_org; The Bisan Center for Research and Development; The Union of Agricultural Work Committees; and The Union of Palestinian Women’s Committees.”
Boozman (R-AR) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @SenateAgGOP – “Ranking Member @JohnBoozman & a coalition of @SenateAgGOP are calling on Unilever, as parent company of Ben & Jerry’s, to end the ice cream maker’s BDS efforts against Israel.”
Boozman (R-AR) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @SenateAgGOP – “In a letter to Unilever CEO Alan Jope, the members strongly urge him to use his authority to reverse Ben & Jerry’s decision. "As strong supporters of Israel, we believe the actions taken by Ben & Jerry’s are an effort to advance the BDS movement against Israel."”
Boozman (R-AR) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Ben & Jerry's actions have advanced the BDS movement to isolate our friend and ally #Israel. I'm leading a call for @Unilever to reverse this misguided decision that emboldens anti-Israel efforts and unfairly targets our reliable, democratic partner. Link to brownfieldagnews.com”
Cruz (R-TX) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RedState – “Ben & Jerry's Get Hit With Divestments from Multiple States Over Anti-Israel Decision Link to redstate.com”
Lankford (R-OK) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “After decades of bipartisan support, Pres Trump rightly moved our embassy to Jerusalem. @SenatorHagerty & I want to prevent future admins from moving our embassy or est. other consular post in Jerusalem. We should build on the Trump admin’s achievements in the Middle East. Link to quoted tweet#US Senator Bill Hagerty of Tennessee, along with 33 other Republican senators, introduced a bill on Tuesday meant to block the Biden administration from opening a consulate serving #Palestinians in #Jerusalem. https://t.co/mDG5tgKxYg”
Risch (R-ID) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I'm disappointed by the admin.’s efforts to reopen the U.S. consulate for Palestinians in #Jerusalem. I've joined @SenatorHagerty & 33 colleagues in a bill to block this plan. Our relationship w/ #Israel is more important than misguided Palestinian policy. Link to www.foreign.senate.gov”
Rubio (R-FL) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Senator Rubio joined @SenatorHagerty and Republican colleagues in introducing a bill to protect the full and faithful implementation of the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 and block the Biden Administration’s efforts to subvert the law. Read more 🔽 Link to www.rubio.senate.gov”
Scott (R-FL) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I’m proud to join @SenatorHagerty & our colleagues to introduce the Upholding the 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Law Act. @POTUS cannot reopen a U.S. consulate for the Palestinians & this important bill makes clear that the U.S. stands unapologetically with our great ally, Israel.”
Scott (R-FL) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Glad to see @EnesKanter continue to speak out & demand truth when it comes to Communist China’s horrific human rights abuses. @Nike ignores forced labor in its supply chains & is pulling its product from stores in Israel. It’s time for Nike to answer for these terrible decisions. Link to quoted tweetCeltics' Enes Kanter torches Nike for remaining 'silent' on China's slave labor https://t.co/V9rLud6IQA”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “e pluribus unim, “Out of many, we are one." This motto can be found on our currency, on buildings, in the Seal of the House of Representatives...and demonstrated by the Tzedek Association, a Jewish national non-profit who are saving people in Afghanistan. Link to www.youtube.com”
Lee (D-CA-13) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Thank you @TyeGregory and @SFJCRC for organizing this wonderful event to show that the East Bay stands united against antisemitism and hate of any kind. #HereIAm Link to quoted tweet#HereIAm: Communities United Against Antisemitism - An Alameda County Convening is about to begin. Follow along here for live updates ⬇️ https://t.co/FerluP6hSb”
Mast (R-FL-18) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Apparently anti-Semitism is more important than the environment to the Sunrise Movement. Link to www.wsj.com”
Rice (D-NY-4) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Nearly 1 in 4 American Jews have been the target of antisemitism over the past year according to @AJCGlobal's #AntisemitismReport. The findings in this report are deeply disturbing. We must do more to fight rising antisemitism in America. Link to www.ajc.org”
Menendez (D-NJ) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “AJC just released its #AntisemitismReport, featuring the largest-ever surveys of American Jews and the general public on antisemitism in America. The report's findings are deeply disturbing. We must do more to fight rising antisemitism in America. Link to www.ajc.org”
Warnock (D-GA) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Wonderful to hear Atlantan Michèle Taylor is being nominated to become U.S. Ambassador to the @UN_HRC. The daughter of a Holocaust survivor, I know Taylor understands the consequences of hate in our communities & promoting human rights around the world. Link to www.ajc.com”
Lebanon
Chabot (R-OH-1) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “It was great visiting South Lebanon to see firsthand the robust economic development in this ever-growing community. Thank you to the team at General Electric Credit Union for showing me around your newest branch location & for the informative discussion. Link to photo”
Issa (R-CA-50) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Lebanon is on the brink of becoming a failed state — and conditions there worsen every day. I’m a lead cosponsor of House Res. 569 to express solidarity with the people of Lebanon and affirm that our nation stands with them as they work to be prosperous and free once again. Link to photo”
Iran
Banks (R-IN-3) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepDonaldsPress – “According to @Twitter, being a Conservative is a larger threat to the world than the heinous monster, Ayatollah Khomeini. Big Media is not interested in the moral good; they are interested in censoring Conservative speech. Shameful. #EndBigTechCensorship Link to quoted tweet”
Casten (D-IL-6) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepJayapal – “Here’s how many weeks of paid leave a new mother receives in countries around the world: Russia: 166 weeks Canada: 76 weeks Iran: 26 weeks China: 16 weeks Iraq: 14 weeks Mexico: 12 weeks North Korea: 11 weeks America: 0 weeks”
Escobar (D-TX-16) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepJayapal – “Here’s how many weeks of paid leave a new mother receives in countries around the world: Russia: 166 weeks Canada: 76 weeks Iran: 26 weeks China: 16 weeks Iraq: 14 weeks Mexico: 12 weeks North Korea: 11 weeks America: 0 weeks”
McCarthy (R-CA-23) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Democrats' Heat Your Home Tax isn't just harmful to consumers this winter. It could kill as many as 90,000 American jobs. The Socialists' Spending Scam is trying to punish American energy, and promote foreign energy from adversaries like Russia and Iran. Link to video”
Saudi Arabia
Omar (D-MN-5) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @60Minutes – “Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman uses a team of mercenaries called the “Tiger Squad” to carry out extrajudicial kidnapping and killings, claims former top Saudi spymaster Saad Aljabri. Link to www.cbsnews.com Link to video”
Iraq
Duckworth (D-IL) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Tune in! Tomorrow at 10AM CT/11AM ET, I'll join @ForeignPolicy to talk about how we can empower women and girls around the world—including those in Afghanistan—and the need for my Afghanistan War Commission Act to get an honest accounting of mistakes made over the last 20 years. Link to quoted tweetOn 10/27, hear from @SenDuckworth, an Iraq War Veteran, Purple Heart recipient & former Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs on Afghanistan and other issues at #HerPower2021. Join us: https://t.co/34fonTh5XP https://t.co/MSL0rfuFfn”
Tunisia
Jordan (R-OH-4) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Fauci: -Mislead us on gain of function research in Wuhan. -Knew that #COVID19 likely came from a lab. -Sent American tax dollars to Tunisia for deadly experiments on puppies. He’s got to go. Now.”
Kuwait
Newhouse (R-WA-4) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “On #NationalDayOfTheDeployed, I want to recognize all military personnel deployed around the globe—including our very own @WANationalGuard members in Kuwait, Ukraine, Poland, and beyond—and their families for their service to our country. We salute your strength! Link to photo”
Horn of Africa
Risch (R-ID) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Any country committing #humanrights violations is at risk of losing #AGOA trade benefits. @RepMcCaul & I are concerned that due to continuing violence, #Ethiopia could be expelled from a program that supports millions of Ethiopians. PM Abiy must step up. Link to www.foreign.senate.gov”
Sudan
Bush (D-MO-1) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I stand with the Sudanese people against the violent military coup in Sudan. In the face of militarized repression, millions continue to courageously make their voices heard. This state violence must stop — and those in detention must be released.”
Doyle (D-PA-18) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @PowerUSAID – “.@USAID stands resolutely with the people of #Sudan, including those mobilizing to protect the freedoms they won through their revolution. We strongly condemn the military takeover. This young woman—not tanks & coercion—captures the spirit of the people: Link to photo”
Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “It is an outrage that a military coup has taken place against the transitional government in #Sudan. It is clear that the people of Sudan want peace and democracy. The fact that there has been violence and lives have been lost calls upon an immediate response by both the 1/3 United States and the United Nations. As a member of the United States Congress and the Homeland Security Committee, we will be monitoring this situation in #Sudan for a quick resolve and a return of power to the transitional government. 2/3 The people of Sudan deserve to be safe and secure. It is urgent that the world responds to this crisis now! 3/3”
Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “It is an outrage that a military coup has taken place against the transitional government in #Sudan. It is clear that the Sudanese people want peace and democracy.”
Jacobs (D-CA-53) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “I condemn yesterday’s military coup in #Sudan. This is a betrayal to the Sudanese people who have bravely fought for their voices to be heard. I urge the military to swiftly release the Prime Minister and cabinet members and reverse this attack on democracy. Any country that works with Sudan should strongly condemn this coup and call for the release of all civilian leaders.”
Jayapal (D-WA-7) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “I condemn the unacceptable military coup in Sudan. The US and our global partners must treat this as the serious attack on democratic reforms that it is. Having spent time in Sudan, I know the Sudanese people want a peaceful and democratic future for their children and country. Link to quoted tweetPro-democracy protesters flooded into the streets of Khartoum, Sudan’s capital, on Monday, as the military detained the prime minister and other civilian officials in an apparent coup. “The people are stronger,” the crowds chanted. https://t.co/aEN84SKc5z https://t.co/PkMySBfMop”
Kildee (D-MI-5) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I condemn the forced removal of Sudan’s transitional government by the country’s military forces. The Sudanese military must understand that its actions are completely unacceptable and will have consequences when it comes to Sudan’s relations with the U.S. Link to dankildee.house.gov”
Lee (D-CA-13) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “I unequivocally condemn the military takeover in Sudan and strongly urge the Sudanese military to release the detained officials and cease violence immediately. The Sudanese people deserve a government that is accountable to them. Link to www.cnn.com It’s crucial that the Sudanese military halt all violence against civilians demonstrating for democratic rights and commit to good faith negotiations toward meeting the aspirations of the Sudanese people.”
Lee (D-CA-13) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “My thoughts are with the people of Sudan, who are facing unjust violence and threats to their freedoms at the hands of the Sudanese military. Threats to democracy in one country threaten democracies everywhere.”
Markey (D-MA) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The military coup against the transitional government in Sudan is an unacceptable violation of the will of the people of Sudan. The U.S. and our partners must put pressure on the military to return to civilian rule, release govt. officials, and halt violence against civilians. Link to quoted tweetPro-democracy protesters flooded into the streets of Khartoum, Sudan’s capital, on Monday, as the military detained the prime minister and other civilian officials in an apparent coup. “The people are stronger,” the crowds chanted. https://t.co/aEN84SKc5z https://t.co/PkMySBfMop”
Menendez (D-NJ) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @SenateForeign – “Today's events are a stunning betrayal of the hard-fought gains of the Sudanese people. The junta’s failure to reverse course will result in dire consequences. My statement on the coup in #Sudan w/ @SenatorMenendez, @RepGregoryMeeks, & @RepMcCaul: Link to www.foreign.senate.gov”
Murphy (D-CT) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “1/ We all need to be deeply concerned by the Sudanese military’s seizure of power and condemn General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan’s actions to dissolve the transitional government. The U.S. must have a clear position in support of democracy's restoration. Link to www.nytimes.com 2/ After decades of suffering under Omar al-Bashir’s corrupt and oppressive regime, the people of Sudan had found hope in a democratic future, but this military coup puts that at risk. 3/ Prime Minister Hamdok and other detained civilian leaders must be swiftly released, the country must return to civilian rule, and peaceful protestors must be allowed to make their voices heard. 4/ The United States and our regional partners should send a clear message to the Sudanese military that failure to take these steps jeopardizes the future of economic aid to the country.”
Risch (R-ID) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Today's events are a stunning betrayal of the hard-fought gains of the Sudanese people. The junta’s failure to reverse course will result in dire consequences. My statement on the coup in #Sudan w/ @SenatorMenendez, @RepGregoryMeeks, & @RepMcCaul: Link to www.foreign.senate.gov”
Afghanistan
Allen (R-GA-12) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night the House unanimously passed legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. service members who were killed in Afghanistan in August. I was proud to cosponsor this bill to ensure we never forget their sacrifice! Link to abcnews.go.com”
Armstrong (R-ND-0) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Tonight the House passed legislation to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 service members who lost their lives working to evacuate Americans and our allies from Afghanistan. I was honored to support @RepLisaMcClain’s bipartisan bill. Link to photo”
Axne (D-IA-3) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Two months ago, Corporal Daegan Page from Red Oak was killed in Kabul while protecting innocent civilians, our allies, & his fellow servicemembers. I co-sponsored this bill to award Corporal Page the Congressional Gold Medal, and I’m glad to see it pass unanimously today. #IA03 Link to quoted tweetHouse unanimously passed legislation to award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal,in commemoration to the 13 servicembrs "who perished in Afghanistan on Aug. 26th,during the evacuation of citizens of US & Afghan allies at Hamid Karzai Int'l Airport." Bill now heads to Senate. https://t.co/7gbqK812Ai”
Babin (R-TX-36) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Proud to vote YES on awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 American heroes who lost their lives in Afghanistan. Their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Link to photo”
Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “We should not still be hearing about Afghans who served us, hiding in fear for their lives...The Biden Administration failed on its promise. #AfghanistanDisaster Link to www.foxnews.com”
Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Now the White House is saying 450 Americans are still in Afghanistan. The false spin, broken promises and incompetence regarding the Afghanistan debacles are unconscionable.”
Balderson (R-OH-12) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Tonight, I voted to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 US service-members killed in the senseless attack at the Kabul Airport. Our hearts remain with the families still mourning the loss of these young Americans, whose lives were taken too soon. Link to abcnews.go.com”
Barr (R-KY-6) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “Correct @JimJordan. @Jack gives free reign for Taliban propaganda, fundraising and recruiting on Twitter. But since @RepJimBanks offended Twitter’s woke speech police for communicating facts, he is banned from @Twitter! Link to quoted tweetThe Taliban is allowed to tweet. But not @RepJimBanks — a United States Congressman and Naval officer. Yep. Twitter is favoring terrorists over Americans. It’s time for Congress to pass my bill, the No Social Media for Terrorists bill, to ban terrorists from using American social media platforms once and for all. Link to www.google.com”
Barr (R-KY-6) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “Tonight, I voted to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to each one of the thirteen military servicemembers killed at Hamid Karzai International Airport on August 26. Link to barr.house.gov These heroes gave the ultimate sacrifice to ensure that American citizens and our Afghan allies could escape the threat of the Taliban, ISIS, and other terrorist actors in Afghanistan during the withdrawal. The legacy of these patriots will never be forgotten.”
Bentz (R-OR-2) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “The House just passed @RepLisaMcClain 's Congressional Gold Medal Bill for the 13 brave service members who gave their lives to help save tens of thousands fleeing Afghanistan earlier this year. I was honored to support this bill. Thank you to these true American heroes. 🇺🇸 Link to photo”
Bice (R-OK-5) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I'm a proud cosponsor of @RepLisaMcClain's bill that will award a Congressional Gold Medal to honor the heroic servicemembers who perished in Afghanistan during the evacuation of U.S. citizens and Afghan allies. We will never forget their ultimate sacrifice for our country. Link to photo”
Biggs (R-AZ-5) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @jimmyfailla – “The DOD policy chief says ISIS-K will have the capability to launch terror attacks outside of Afghanistan within 6 months. At least Biden got somebody’s supply chain going.”
Brady (R-TX-8) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Glad to see the House pass @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 fallen heroes who were tragically killed in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. I'm proud to have cosponsored this bill. May we never forget their sacrifice. 🇺🇸 Link to photo Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Brooks (R-AL-5) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “America owes a debt of gratitude to Noah McManus of Madison who helped defend Americans in the final days and hours of the withdrawal from Afghanistan. I recently met Noah and presented him a Congressional Record entry to honor his bravery and dedication to his countrymen. Link to photo”
Brooks (R-AL-5) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I recently cosponsored HR 5142, which posthumously awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 US service members who lost their lives evacuating Americans in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. I'm proud that HR 5142 passed the House last night. We can never repay their debt.”
Buchanan (R-FL-16) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “Last night, the U.S. House passed legislation I co-sponsored to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. servicemembers who lost their lives in a brutal terrorist attack in the final days of Biden’s failed troop withdrawal from Afghanistan. 1/2 Link to photo While it should have never come to this, we must never forget these brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice helping their fellow Americans and Afghan allies evacuate. God bless our troops! 2/2”
Buck (R-CO-4) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to co-sponsor this bill honoring the 13 heroic servicemembers who died in Afghanistan. I am glad to see it just passed the House. Link to quoted tweetHeading to the House floor to speak about my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 fallen servicemembers who died in Afghanistan on Aug. 26th https://t.co/CKBi9Na8r4”
Buck (R-CO-4) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The number of people left behind in Afghanistan during the chaotic withdrawal is more than previously stated. The Biden Administration lied to the American people. Bring all of our citizens home! Link to www.foxnews.com”
Burchett (R-TN-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Yesterday, the House voted to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Army Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss and his 12 fellow servicemembers who sacrificed their lives during our Afghanistan withdrawal. It was an honor to speak in support of this legislation during debate on the House floor. Link to video”
Cammack (R-FL-3) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to support this bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who gave everything in Afghanistan. May they rest in peace as we remember their sacrifices. Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Carson (D-IN-7) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “The House has passed a bipartisan bill I cosponsored to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. service members who were killed in Afghanistan in August of this year, including Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, a brave Hoosier. This effort is an important step we must take to honor their memories and commend their heroism.”
Carter (R-GA-1) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “In another broken promise, today we learned nearly 450 Americans were left behind in Afghanistan including many trying to get home after @joebiden promised not a single American would be #PromisesMadePromisesBroken Link to www.foxnews.com”
Cole (R-OK-4) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “Was proud to cosponsor & vote for this bill that passed the House tonight to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 courageous U.S. service members, who lost their lives in the tragic terrorist attack at the Kabul airport. Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic While there certainly is no action great enough to express our gratitude for their service & ultimate sacrifice rendered in the line of duty, I hope this honor is quickly bestowed & brings some level of comfort to their families as we continue to mourn the loss of these heroes.”
Correa (D-CA-46) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “On August 26, our service members made the ultimate sacrifice while evacuating and defending our Afghan Allies. I am proud to support the passage of H.R.5142 today to honor their sacrifice by posthumously awarding them the Congressional Gold Medal.”
Costa (D-CA-16) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “We must never forget the service and sacrifice of the thirteen U.S. military service members lost in the attack on Kabul airport on August 26th, 2021. That is why I've co-sponsored and voted for legislation to award each of these heroes the Congressional Gold Medal. I continue to pray for their families and loved ones. May their legacy always be remembered.”
Crist (D-FL-13) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “American citizens 🤝Afghan refugees Thanks to @POTUS' new program, private American citizens will be able to sponsor and help resettle Afghan refugees! Let's show them our American compassion and spirit. Find more information on how to apply here: Link to www.sponsorcircles.org”
Curtis (R-UT-3) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Proud to see the House pass legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Ssgt. Taylor Hoover and the other Servicemembers killed in the Kabul Airport bombing. This bipartisan legislation recognizes those heroes who saved numerous American and Afghan lives. Link to quoted tweetThe House passed H.R. 5142 - To award posthumously a congressional gold medal to service members who perished on Aug 26, 2021 during evacuation of US citizens & Afghan allies on a voice vote. https://t.co/m8NFXnH64E”
Delgado (D-NY-19) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night, I joined my colleagues and posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in Afghanistan on August 26th. May God rest their souls. Link to abcnews.go.com”
Feenstra (R-IA-4) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “I was honored to support @RepLisaMcClain's bill awarding Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 service members who lost their lives working to evacuate Americans & allies from Afghanistan. We must never forget the heroes who've made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Fischbach (R-MN-7) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to support @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 men and women who lost their lives in Afghanistan. This is the highest expression of national appreciation we can bestow, and I wish we could do more. They will never be forgotten.”
Fleischmann (R-TN-3) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Yesterday, the House passed @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award the Congressional Gold medal, the highest award Congress can bestow, to the 13 brave service members we lost in Afghanistan. America will never forget their bravery, sacrifice, and devotion to our nation. Link to photo Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Franklin (R-FL-15) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to support the awarding of the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 service members killed in Afghanistan last August. My full statement below. Link to photo”
Gonzales (R-TX-23) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Today the House passed @RepLisaMcClain's bill to posthumously honor the 13 Americans killed in Afghanistan in August with the Congressional Gold Medal. I'm proud to have cosponsored this bill & glad to see it pass the House. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Link to photo”
Gonzalez (D-TX-15) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Today, I voted to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 service members killed in the August 26th attack in Kabul. Their sacrifice for our nation will remain with us forever, we will never forget their bravery.”
Green (R-TN-7) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “It doesn't look like the State Department cares, they are doing nothing for the Americans left in Afghanistan. Joined @LelandVittert on @NewsNationNow to break down the latest in Biden's Afghanistan debacle. Link to video”
Greene (R-GA-14) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “It’s absolutely stunning how incompetent Democrats are, actually the government as a whole. As a successful business owner my entire adult life, I have never seen failure on this level. Purely criminal what these idiots are doing to ruin the greatest country in the world. Pelosi is running around begging her conference to pass the $5+ TRILLION package that would be the most far left Socialist death sentence legislation to cross the halls of Congress. The average American family would be the victims of this nightmare and we would never recover. The Dems Nightmare budget imposes $2.1 TRILLION in Tax increases on families and job creators. Raises America’s corporate rate to 26.5% - higher than China’s! Kills small businesses who barely are surviving with a higher than 39.6% income tax rate & 25% on capital gains. Pelosi and Biden will weaponize the IRS by spending taxpayers money at $80 billion to hire over 85,000 new IRS agents to target taxpayers. Biden’s IRS will spy on your bank account if you spend or earn $28 per day. Oh but don’t worry. Pelosi and Biden have plans for your money. $20 billion for National Climate Bank to payoff Climate scammers. And $200 million to Pelosi’s own slush fund where San Francisco’s wealthiest people live and work. And so much more stupid waste. While Americans are fed up with masks & vax mandates, national security crisis at the border, demoralized over Afghanistan, & worrying about rapidly rising inflation & critical supply chain impending disaster, Democrats & a few Republicans are spreading conspiracy lies about J6. Democrats & their goons in the media are the most radical dangerous enemy to the American people. Between the Dems pathetic agenda and continuous lies from the Blueanon network, the left is leading the country off a deadly cliff. It’s time to reject their agenda and their lies!”
Guthrie (R-KY-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to vote in favor of awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to 13 U.S. service members who lost their lives in Afghanistan while helping evacuate American citizens and Afghan allies. I'm a cosponsor of this bill & look forward to it becoming law. Link to abcnews.go.com”
Hagedorn (R-MN-1) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Proud to support @RepLisaMcClain’s bill awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. military servicemembers who were tragically killed in Afghanistan in August. These brave heroes will never be forgotten. Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Hayes (D-CT-5) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “I supported H.R. 5142 because every American owes our servicemembers a debt of gratitude for their heroic efforts in Afghanistan in August. Read my full statement here: Link to hayes.house.gov Link to photo”
Hern (R-OK-1) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Biden is desperate to pass something - anything - before leaving for Europe this week. 10 months in office and nothing to show for it but rampant inflation, terrorist control of Afghanistan, dismal employment numbers, open borders, and skyrocketing energy costs. Link to video”
Herrell (R-NM-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I joined @IngrahamAngle to discuss the latest alleged assault on American soil by an Afghan national, this time in Montana. This isn't going to stop until our leaders take the security of our country and the safety of our communities seriously. Link to www.youtube.com”
Hinson (R-IA-1) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I co-sponsored this bill to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 fallen U.S. service members in Afghanistan, including Corporal Daegan William-Tyeler Page of Red Oak, Iowa. We will always honor the courage and sacrifice of these heroes. Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Houlahan (D-PA-6) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @axios – “The House unanimously approved a posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for the 13 U.S. service members killed in the Kabul airport bombing. Link to www.axios.com”
Huizenga (R-MI-2) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “Last night, the House passed a gold medal bill to bestow the highest congressional honor on the 13 soldiers who were killed in Afghanistan on August 26th. I proudly cosponsored this legislation. While Congress must do so much more to hold the Biden Administration accountable for what happened in Afghanistan, passing this bipartisan bill to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation was the right thing to do Link to abcnews.go.com”
Issa (R-CA-50) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The Biden Administration botched our withdrawal from Afghanistan. The least they can do is stop standing in our way so we can bring Americans home. Link to video”
Issa (R-CA-50) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @millanpatterson – “Thank you, Congressman @DarrellIssa, for fighting to bring Americans home from Afghanistan who were abandoned by this Administration. Link to www.kusi.com”
Johnson (R-SD-0) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Thirteen brave Americans gave their lives to save others fleeing Afghanistan this summer. Their sacrifice deserves recognition and remembrance. Glad to see the bill I cosponsored to award these soldiers the Congressional Gold Medal pass the U.S. House tonight. Link to photo”
Jordan (R-OH-4) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Max Soviak proudly represented Ohio in the United States Navy. On August 26, 2021, he and twelve others paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Never forget these brave service members. Link to quoted tweetThe House unanimously approved a posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for the 13 U.S. service members killed in the Kabul airport bombing. https://t.co/hMR7ZysugH”
Joyce (R-OH-14) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “On August 26, 13 heroes made the ultimate sacrifice protecting their fellow Americans and Afghan allies as they fled the Taliban. While we can never repay these brave men and women for their sacrifice, it is our responsibility to honor them for it. Link to photo I was proud to cosponsor @RepLisaMcClain's bill to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to these fallen heroes and humbled to vote for it last night. May we never forget their service and sacrifice 🇺🇸 Link to www.military.com”
Katko (R-NY-24) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I am proud to announce the House has passed legislation I cosponsored to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. servicemembers who lost their lives in August during the evacuation from Afghanistan. Link to katko.house.gov”
Kim (R-CA-39) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Today I joined my colleagues to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 Americans who gave everything to help save Americans & allies in Kabul. I was proud to cosponsor this important effort. We will continue to honor their legacy & never forget their sacrifice.”
Kuster (D-NH-2) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Proud to join colleagues across the aisle to honor the 13 servicemembers killed in the August 26 terror attack in Afghanistan. They made the ultimate sacrifice for our country—we owe these fallen heroes & their families a debt that can never be repaid. Link to kuster.house.gov”
LaTurner (R-KS-2) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Tonight the House passed @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. servicemembers who gave their lives for our country during the catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan. I'm proud to have cosponsored this bill & glad to see it pass the House. Link to photo”
Latta (R-OH-5) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night, the House passed a bill that would honor the 13 servicemembers who were killed in Kabul on August 26, 2021, with the Congressional Gold Medal. As a cosponsor of this bill, I am proud it takes action to recognize their heroism. They will not be forgotten. Link to photo Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Lesko (R-AZ-8) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “As a cosponsor of @RepLisaMcClain's Congressional Gold Medal Act, I am so excited to announce that this bill passed the House. This bill honors the 13 courageous U.S. servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation in Afghanistan. They will NEVER be forgotten. 🇺🇸 Link to photo”
Luetkemeyer (R-MO-3) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The House has passed a bill to posthumously award Congressional Gold Medals to the heroes we lost in the Kabul attack. I was proud to cosponsor this bill to honor these soldiers, including a son of Missouri, & express our deep gratitude to their families. Link to luetkemeyer.house.gov”
Luetkemeyer (R-MO-3) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “We will never forget the sacrifice Wentzville native, Marine Lance Corporal Jared Schmitz & 12 other brave Americans made for our freedom. Link to photo Link to quoted tweetThe House has passed a bill to posthumously award Congressional Gold Medals to the heroes we lost in the Kabul attack. I was proud to cosponsor this bill to honor these soldiers, including a son of Missouri, & express our deep gratitude to their families. https://t.co/rbOZ16vgN6”
Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @jacqklimas – “DoD policy chief Colin Kahl says ISIS-K could have the ability to launch terrorist attacks outside Afghanistan in 6-12 months. Al Qaeda has a longer timeline of 1-2 years.”
Mast (R-FL-18) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Congress is voting to give the soldiers who lost their lives during Biden’s withdrawal from Afghanistan Congressional Gold medals. We owe them so much more & our country owes it to all of our soldiers to lead from a position of strength instead of Biden's weakness. Link to video”
Mast (R-FL-18) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Every dollar gained by the Taliban is a dollar that will be used to fund terrorism. And Biden’s failed withdrawal has left them a fortune. Link to www.foxnews.com”
Mast (R-FL-18) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “This is tragic. There are hundreds of Americans still stranded in Afghanistan but the media (and as a result, the public) has moved on. We cannot let Joe Biden get away with it! Link to photo”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Nearly two months have passed since the deadly attack outside of the Kabul airport which resulted in the deaths of 13 U.S. servicemembers. As a co-sponsor of this legislation I was proud to vote yes to honor these 13 heroes. May we never forget their sacrifice. Link to photo Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @HouseForeignGOP – “LR @RepMcCaul “The self-inflicted crisis @POTUS @JoeBiden created in #Afghanistan poses a very real, long-term threat to our national security. Link to www.reuters.com”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “LR @RepMcCaul “The self-inflicted crisis @POTUS @JoeBiden created in #Afghanistan poses a very real, long-term threat to our national security. Link to www.reuters.com "The president’s own CIA deputy director & DIA director said al Qaeda could develop capabilities to strike the US from #Afghanistan within 1-2 years. Now, the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy has admitted ISIS-K could develop the same capabilities in as little as 6 months. "The Biden Administration needs to be honest with the American people about the direct implications his disastrous withdrawal from #Afghanistan could have on their lives, and about the severe limitations of our Over-the-Horizon capabilities."”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “LR @RepMcCaul "In addition to the many lies and misleading statements from the Biden Administration on their botched withdrawal from #Afghanistan, their repeated claim there were ‘about a hundred’ Americans left in the country was clearly never credible. Link to www.washingtonexaminer.com "But now, according to their own numbers, suddenly there are more than 750 Americans that were abandoned behind enemy lines when we pulled out of #Afghanistan on August 31st. This is absolutely disgraceful."”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepGregMurphy – “Proud to see @RepLisaMcClain’s bill to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 fallen heroes from the Kabul airport bombing pass the House today. Among those to be honored is beloved @camp_lejeune Sgt. Nicole L. Gee. 🇺🇸❤️ Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepKenBuck – “I was proud to co-sponsor this bill honoring the 13 heroic servicemembers who died in Afghanistan. I am glad to see it just passed the House. Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepTonyGonzales – “Today the House passed @RepLisaMcClain's bill to posthumously honor the 13 Americans killed in Afghanistan in August with the Congressional Gold Medal. I'm proud to have cosponsored this bill & glad to see it pass the House. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @CraigCaplan – “Bill author Rep. McClain:"There are those that came back w/both visible scars & invisible battle wounds.And there are those who did not come back home at all. Today,we pause to honor 13 American servicembrs who lost their lives during the evacuation efforts at the Kabul Airport." Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepLaTurner – “Tonight the House passed @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. servicemembers who gave their lives for our country during the catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan. I'm proud to have cosponsored this bill & glad to see it pass the House. Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepBentz – “The House just passed @RepLisaMcClain 's Congressional Gold Medal Bill for the 13 brave service members who gave their lives to help save tens of thousands fleeing Afghanistan earlier this year. I was honored to support this bill. Thank you to these true American heroes. 🇺🇸 Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepBurgessOwens – “Proud to vote YES on @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 American service members killed in Kabul, Afghanistan, on August 26th, including Utah's very own Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover. We will never forget the service and sacrifice of these heroes.”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepFeenstra – “I was honored to support @RepLisaMcClain's bill awarding Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 service members who lost their lives working to evacuate Americans & allies from Afghanistan. We must never forget the heroes who've made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepMMM – “The House passed @RepLisaMcClain's bipartisan bill to honor the 13 soldiers killed on August 26th in Afghanistan, including Iowa's Corporal Daegan Page. I was proud to be an original cosponsor of this bill and thank my colleague for her leadership. #IA02 Link to millermeeks.house.gov Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @RepArmstrongND – “Tonight the House passed legislation to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 service members who lost their lives working to evacuate Americans and our allies from Afghanistan. I was honored to support @RepLisaMcClain’s bipartisan bill. Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @TomColeOK04 – “Was proud to cosponsor & vote for this bill that passed the House tonight to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 courageous U.S. service members, who lost their lives in the tragic terrorist attack at the Kabul airport. Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepBice – “I'm a proud cosponsor of @RepLisaMcClain's bill that will award a Congressional Gold Medal to honor the heroic servicemembers who perished in Afghanistan during the evacuation of U.S. citizens and Afghan allies. We will never forget their ultimate sacrifice for our country. Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @boblatta – “Last night, the House passed a bill that would honor the 13 servicemembers who were killed in Kabul on August 26, 2021, with the Congressional Gold Medal. As a cosponsor of this bill, I am proud it takes action to recognize their heroism. They will not be forgotten. Link to photo Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepVanTaylor – “Humbled to co-sponsor @RepLisaMcClain's bill posthumously awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 heroes who gave their lives during the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. Yesterday, I was proud the House passed this legislation as we honor their ultimate sacrifice. Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepHagedorn – “Proud to support @RepLisaMcClain’s bill awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. military servicemembers who were tragically killed in Afghanistan in August. These brave heroes will never be forgotten. Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepKevinBrady – “Glad to see the House pass @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 fallen heroes who were tragically killed in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. I'm proud to have cosponsored this bill. May we never forget their sacrifice. 🇺🇸 Link to photo Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepChuck – “Yesterday, the House passed @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award the Congressional Gold medal, the highest award Congress can bestow, to the 13 brave service members we lost in Afghanistan. America will never forget their bravery, sacrifice, and devotion to our nation. Link to photo Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepAshleyHinson – “I co-sponsored this bill to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 fallen U.S. service members in Afghanistan, including Corporal Daegan William-Tyeler Page of Red Oak, Iowa. We will always honor the courage and sacrifice of these heroes. Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepKatCammack – “I was proud to support this bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who gave everything in Afghanistan. May they rest in peace as we remember their sacrifices. Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepSpartz – “Last night, the House voted to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 Americans killed in Afghanistan on Aug. 26, including a fellow Hoosier Corporal Sanchez of Logansport, IN. I am proud to have cosponsored this bill with @RepLisaMcClain Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepDavidValadao – “The 13 service members killed during the Afghanistan evacuation made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. That's why I'm proud to co-sponsor the Congressional Gold Medal Bill, giving these heroes the honor they deserve. Their courage and bravery will never be forgotten. #CA21 Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @CongMikeSimpson – “I was proud to vote yes on @RepLisaMcClain bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 men and women who lost their lives in Afghanistan. This is a small but worthy effort in comparison to their brave sacrifice — I hope they are never forgotten. Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepBarryMoore – “Yesterday the House passed a bill to award the #CongressionalGoldMedal to the 13 heroes we lost during our evacuation from Afghanistan. This is just a small way to honor these Americans & I was proud to cosponsor this legislation. Thank you @RepLisaMcClain for leading the effort. Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepMcCaul – “Nearly two months have passed since the deadly attack outside of the Kabul airport which resulted in the deaths of 13 U.S. servicemembers. As a co-sponsor of this legislation I was proud to vote yes to honor these 13 heroes. May we never forget their sacrifice. Link to photo Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepDLesko – “As a cosponsor of @RepLisaMcClain's Congressional Gold Medal Act, I am so excited to announce that this bill passed the House. This bill honors the 13 courageous U.S. servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation in Afghanistan. They will NEVER be forgotten. 🇺🇸 Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepDavidRouzer – “Last night the House passed @RepLisaMcClain's legislation, of which I am a cosponsor, to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave service members who lost their lives helping evacuate Americans and our allies from Afghanistan. Their heroism will not be forgotten. Link to photo”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepFischbach – “I was proud to support @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 men and women who lost their lives in Afghanistan. This is the highest expression of national appreciation we can bestow, and I wish we could do more. They will never be forgotten.”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @HASCRepublicans – “Two months ago today 13 U.S. service members lost their lives at HKIA in Afghanistan. Their selflessness and bravery will never be forgotten. Yesterday, @RepLisaMcClain's resolution honoring their memory and awarding them Congressional Gold Medals passed unanimously. Link to quoted tweet”
McClain (R-MI-10) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @RepMikeTurner – “I was proud to co-sponsor @replisamcclains’s bill that awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who lost their lives in Afghanistan this past August. Their sacrifice to this great nation will not be forgotten. Link to quoted tweet”
McClintock (R-CA-4) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “1/2 It’s been 60 days since 13 U.S. service members were killed in the line of duty while selflessly serving their country during the evacuation effort in Afghanistan. While the ultimate sacrifice they made for their country is a debt we can never repay… 2/2… it’s an honor to cosponsor @RepLisaMcClain’s bipartisan H.R. 5142 that posthumously awards the Congressional Gold Medal to the brave American heroes tragically lost on August 26, 2021. Link to photo”
McHenry (R-NC-10) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “#ICYMI: Last night the House passed a bill I sponsored that will posthumously award the thirteen American heroes killed in Afghanistan the Congressional Gold Medal. We must never forget their sacrifice. Link to abcnews.go.com”
Meuser (R-PA-9) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “The sacrifices of our brave men and women in Afghanistan will never be forgotten. Honored to have cosponsored H.R. 5142 that just passed the House that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 servicemembers who were killed in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021.”
Miller-Meeks (R-IA-2) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “The House passed @RepLisaMcClain's bipartisan bill to honor the 13 soldiers killed on August 26th in Afghanistan, including Iowa's Corporal Daegan Page. I was proud to be an original cosponsor of this bill and thank my colleague for her leadership. #IA02 Link to millermeeks.house.gov Link to photo”
Moore (R-AL-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Yesterday the House passed a bill to award the #CongressionalGoldMedal to the 13 heroes we lost during our evacuation from Afghanistan. This is just a small way to honor these Americans & I was proud to cosponsor this legislation. Thank you @RepLisaMcClain for leading the effort. Link to photo”
Morelle (D-NY-25) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to co-sponsor and vote in favor of legislation to award a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously honoring the servicemembers who gave their lives to evacuate US citizens and allies in Afghanistan earlier this year. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Link to photo”
Mullin (R-OK-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night, I voted to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 heroes of our armed forces who paid the ultimate sacrifice in Afghanistan. This tragedy should have never happened. We will forever remember their bravery. Link to photo”
Murphy (D-FL-7) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night the House passed our bipartisan bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the service members who gave their lives during the evacuation of American citizens & our Afghan allies from Kabul. Their service and sacrifice deserve Congress's highest honor. Link to quoted tweetHouse passes bill to posthumously award Congressional Gold Medal to 13 U.S. service members killed in Afghanistan. https://t.co/giSR9U07HR”
Murphy (R-NC-3) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Proud to see @RepLisaMcClain’s bill to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 fallen heroes from the Kabul airport bombing pass the House today. Among those to be honored is beloved @camp_lejeune Sgt. Nicole L. Gee. 🇺🇸❤️ Link to photo”
Owens (R-UT-4) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Proud to vote YES on @RepLisaMcClain's bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 American service members killed in Kabul, Afghanistan, on August 26th, including Utah's very own Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover. We will never forget the service and sacrifice of these heroes.”
Peters (D-CA-52) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “The 13 servicemembers who died in Afghanistan during the evacuation of U.S. citizens & allies in August made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Today, the House voted to posthumously award them a Congressional Gold Medal. (1/2) This commemoration reminds us of the costs of freedom and the unwavering bravery of our women and men in uniform. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with the loved ones of our fallen soldiers. (2/2)”
Rodgers (R-WA-5) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “The American people haven't forgotten Afghanistan, Mr. President. There are still thousands of U.S. citizens and allies trapped under the Taliban's continued oppression and violation of human rights. This is your crisis, and it needs to be addressed! Link to www.foxnews.com”
Rogers (R-AL-3) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I joined my colleagues in sending @SecBlinken a letter asking for better guidance for processing casework to help American citizens, lawful permanent residents, thousands of SIV applicants who are still trapped in Afghanistan months after Biden's arbitrary withdrawal date. Link to photo”
Rose (R-TN-6) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Two months ago, 13 U.S. troops lost their lives serving our country overseas in Afghanistan. Joe Biden’s weak leadership left our brave men and women in Afghanistan in a vulnerable position. This travesty should have never happened”
Rosendale (R-MT-0) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “And we’ve seen the consequences. Unvetted Afghan evacuees have raped a teenager in Missoula, sexually abused a child and strangled a woman at Fort McCoy, gang-assaulted a female servicemember at Fort Bliss, and trafficked numerous child brides to America. This was avoidable. Link to quoted tweetNEWS: This email was shared w/ me by an American official present jn Afghanistan during the evacuation who was shocked by Administration’s failure to vet Afghans before they were evacuated. Email details orders from Joe Biden to fill up the planes - even without vetting https://t.co/LJq0dHlcm0”
Ross (D-NC-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “We owe the 13 servicemembers who died during the evacuation from Afghanistan an immeasurable debt of gratitude. Yesterday, the House voted to posthumously award them a Congressional Gold Medal. Their courage, bravery, and service will never be forgotten.”
Rouzer (R-NC-7) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night the House passed @RepLisaMcClain's legislation, of which I am a cosponsor, to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave service members who lost their lives helping evacuate Americans and our allies from Afghanistan. Their heroism will not be forgotten. Link to photo”
Roy (R-TX-21) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @lheal – “400 Americans are stranded in Afghanistan. Link to quoted tweet”
Roybal-Allard (D-CA-40) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Honored to help award the #CongressionalGoldMedal to servicemembers killed during the evacuation of Americans & our Afghan allies at Kabul International Airport. They made the ultimate sacrifice helping others in one of the largest & most complicated human evacuations in history.”
Ryan (D-OH-13) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “I just voted to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 servicemembers that were killed at the Kabul airport. Every single one of these Americans is a hero, and their service will never be forgotten.”
Scanlon (D-PA-5) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night, the House overwhelmingly passed a bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the service members killed in Afghanistan this August. I'm proud to be a cosponsor of this bipartisan effort. These men and women deserve Congress's highest honor. Link to abcnews.go.com”
Sherrill (D-NJ-11) 10/25/2021: Twitter thread – “On Aug. 26, as our nation was evacuating its citizens and allies from our longest running war, 13 American service members made the ultimate sacrifice. Today, I am humbled and honored to have supported the House's recognition of their sacrifice with the Congressional Gold Medal. I know that this recognition pales in comparison to the grief experienced by their families, friends, and comrades in arms. I’m saddened that their deaths in the final days of our time in Afghanistan added to the already considerable loss of American life in that conflict. But, I am also so proud of what those who wear the uniform today represent: a commitment to selfless service to our country. As we approach Veterans Day I hope our thoughts turn to all of those who have served and their families, and in particular these heroes and their families.”
Simpson (R-ID-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to vote yes on @RepLisaMcClain bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 men and women who lost their lives in Afghanistan. This is a small but worthy effort in comparison to their brave sacrifice — I hope they are never forgotten. Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Soto (D-FL-9) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “As our nation continues to mourn the 13 heroes we lost during the Afghanistan rescue mission, I am proud to support this bipartisan legislation to honor them with a Congressional Gold Medal. I know the Senate will do the right thing and send this bill to @POTUS immediately. Link to quoted tweetThe House unanimously approved a posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for the 13 U.S. service members killed in the Kabul airport bombing. https://t.co/hMR7ZysugH”
Spanberger (D-VA-7) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Yesterday, the House voted to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave U.S. servicemembers who were killed in the attack at the Kabul airport in Afghanistan. I was proud to be a part of this bipartisan effort to honor their ultimate sacrifice. Link to www.military.com”
Spartz (R-IN-5) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night, the House voted to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 Americans killed in Afghanistan on Aug. 26, including a fellow Hoosier Corporal Sanchez of Logansport, IN. I am proud to have cosponsored this bill with @RepLisaMcClain Link to photo”
Stansbury (D-NM-1) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “On this rainy evening in DC, I voted to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the brave service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in Afghanistan in August while serving in the line of duty. Their service and the lives they saved will not be forgotten. Link to abcnews.go.com”
Steel (R-CA-48) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “The House just voted to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. service members we lost in Afghanistan. I was proud to cosponsor this effort and vote yes on this bill that honors our fallen heroes. We will never forget their sacrifice. 🇺🇸 Link to abcnews.go.com”
Stefanik (R-NY-21) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “In August, 13 servicemembers made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. They gave their lives working to evacuate Americans from Afghanistan. I am proud to join my colleagues to work to award them Congressional Gold Medals. We must never forget their sacrifice.”
Steil (R-WI-1) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The bill I cosponsored to give our 13 service members killed in Afghanistan a Congressional Gold Medal has passed the House. We must always honor the service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform. Link to abcnews.go.com”
Steube (R-FL-17) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Every service member who we lost in Afghanistan is a hero. I’m honored to be an original cosponsor of legislation that passed the House tonight which awards Congressional Gold Medals to the 13 service members who passed away evacuating US citizens out of Kabul on August 26th.”
Stevens (D-MI-11) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last night Congress passed a bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal, Congress’s highest expression of national appreciation, to the 13 servicemembers who lost their lives in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. We will never forget these heroes service and sacrifice.”
Stewart (R-UT-2) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “I’m so proud to have taken part in awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in Kabul, including Utah’s own Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover. These men and women represent the best of America. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.”
Taylor (R-TX-3) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Humbled to co-sponsor @RepLisaMcClain's bill posthumously awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 heroes who gave their lives during the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. Yesterday, I was proud the House passed this legislation as we honor their ultimate sacrifice. Link to photo”
Tenney (R-NY-22) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “In August, 13 US service members lost their lives defending our nation & protecting our citizens in Afghanistan. Today, Congress passed a bill to posthumously award each of these heroes with a Congressional Gold Medal. I'm honored to cosponsor this bill and honor these heroes. Link to photo”
Trahan (D-MA-3) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “We feel Sgt. Rosario Pichardo's absence in Lawrence and across the Third District every day. I’m glad the House took this appropriate step in her honor — and that of the 12 other heroes who lost their lives. Link to quoted tweetThe House unanimously approved a posthumous Congressional Gold Medal for the 13 U.S. service members killed in the Kabul airport bombing. https://t.co/hMR7ZysugH”
Turner (R-OH-10) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to co-sponsor @replisamcclains’s bill that awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who lost their lives in Afghanistan this past August. Their sacrifice to this great nation will not be forgotten. Link to quoted tweetI’m proud the House passed my bill that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 brave men and women who were taken far too soon. Their sacrifice for our country and its allies will never be forgotten. https://t.co/fWaB5rJoic”
Upton (R-MI-6) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Tonight, I was proud to vote to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. service men and women who were killed by terrorists in Afghanistan last August. This is a small token of our gratitude for their sacrifice in the face of unthinkable danger. Link to upton.house.gov”
Valadao (R-CA-21) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The 13 service members killed during the Afghanistan evacuation made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. That's why I'm proud to co-sponsor the Congressional Gold Medal Bill, giving these heroes the honor they deserve. Their courage and bravery will never be forgotten. #CA21 Link to photo”
Van Duyne (R-TX-24) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “70% of Indep. voters say Biden Admin is on the wrong track. Killing thousands of jobs for families, destroying energy independence, inviting America to be invaded through the border, leaving Americans trapped in Afghan., & driving inflation should be hated Link to www.washingtonpost.com”
Wagner (R-MO-2) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “I was proud to support a bill to posthumously award Congressional Gold Medals to the servicemembers who perished in Afghanistan on August 26th. Missouri hero Lance Corporal Jared Schmitz was one of those courageous men and women. Link to video He was just 20 years old when he lost his life in the terrorist attack in Kabul. The bravery and valor showed by these servicemembers is unquestionable. I am grateful that their service and sacrifice is being commemorated by this legislation.”
Walorski (R-IN-2) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Proud that the House passed legislation to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 courageous U.S. military servicemembers who were killed in Afghanistan on August 26 - including our fellow Hoosier Cpl. Humberto Sanchez. We are forever indebted to these heroes. Link to photo”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Rep. Mike Waltz rose in honor of the 13 service members who died on August 26, 2021 during the evacuation of American citizens and Afghan allies at Hamid Karzai International Airport and urged Congress to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to these heroes. Link to video”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “As the #CCP wages a cold war, Russian entities conduct cyber attacks, & terrorists take power in Afghanistan, it's never been more critical we formalize an alliance with the world's largest democracy, India. Read my @ForeignPolicy op-ed with @NikkiHaley: Link to foreignpolicy.com”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The 13 service members we lost in Kabul went above & beyond the call of duty, working with grassroots vet orgs to save fellow Americans & our allies. They should NEVER have been in that situation & I'll NEVER quit pursuing the answers that their families & our country deserve. Link to quoted tweetRep. Mike Waltz rose in honor of the 13 service members who died on August 26, 2021 during the evacuation of American citizens and Afghan allies at Hamid Karzai International Airport and urged Congress to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to these heroes. https://t.co/9eZSqmai8Q”
Westerman (R-AR-4) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Proud to see this week’s passage of the bill I co-sponsored to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the servicemembers killed in the terrorist attack during the Afghanistan evacuation. We will never forget their sacrifice. Thanks @RepLisaMcClain for your partnership on this bill”
Wittman (R-VA-1) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Last week, the State Department told Congress that 363 American citizens remain in Afghanistan, with 176 actively trying to leave. President Biden called his withdrawal a “success.” The withdrawal was a colossal failure & embarrassment—we don’t leave American citizens behind.”
Womack (R-AR-3) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “I joined the House in unanimously passing a bill to bestow the Congressional Gold Medal to our 13 fallen service members killed during the Kabul airport attack. Each sacrificed all in defense of our fellow citizens & Afghan allies. Forever American heroes. Link to womack.house.gov”
Zeldin (R-NY-1) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “With illegal immigrants surging our border, hundreds of Americans still stranded in Afghanistan, a supply chain crisis, & the prices of goods soaring, Joe Biden keeps jetting out of town for a record amount of vacation. Just discussed this on @FoxBusiness with @LizMacDonaldFOX. Link to video”
Blackburn (R-TN) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “What happened in Afghanistan was a catastrophic failure on behalf of the Biden administration.”
Blackburn (R-TN) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Tennessee is home to the @101stAASLTDIV, the 160th SOAR, @TNMilitaryDept, and over 400,000 veterans. They deserve to know how the Afghanistan withdrawal went so wrong. Link to video”
Cassidy (R-LA) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The Biden administration either has no idea how many Americans are still in Afghanistan, or they are not telling the truth. Link to www.foxnews.com”
Cotton (R-AR) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “President Biden bears responsibility for the fiasco in Afghanistan and must be held accountable. Link to video”
Cruz (R-TX) 10/25/2021: Retweet of @DineshDSouza – “US State Department privately admits 'nearly 400' Americans still stuck in Afghanistan, contradicting White House claims Link to thepostmillennial.com”
Cruz (R-TX) 10/26/2021: Tweet – ““If there’s American citizens left, we’re gonna stay to get them all out,” @JoeBiden told @abcnews @GStephanopoulos in mid-August. Over 400 Americans remain left behind today. Where’s the @PolitiFact PANTS ON FIRE? 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Link to quoted tweetHundreds of American citizens are still in Afghanistan, despite Biden’s pledge not to withdraw forces before they were able to leave. https://t.co/IkNS6jgpZV”
Duckworth (D-IL) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “As usual, Trump’s statement is filled with heartless lies. Our Afghan allies and partners did their part for us, risking everything for our country and the American values of freedom and democracy. Link to quoted tweet"The first thing that should be done and it can be done quickly, is FINISH THE WALL," the former president said in a statement. https://t.co/eGDxaP9i7O Now, as they resettle here in the US, we must show our gratitude for their sacrifice by welcoming them with open arms. Shame on Trump for never missing an opportunity to stoke hate and fear.”
Duckworth (D-IL) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “NEWS: Today, during our @SASCDems hearing, I secured greater support for my independent, nonpartisan commission to examine our nation’s 20 years of involvement in Afghanistan. If we fail to learn from our history in Afghanistan, we may be doomed to repeat it.”
Ernst (R-IA) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “As a member of @SASCGOP, I pressed Pentagon officials on the repercussions of President Biden’s disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. WATCH ⤵️ Link to video”
Ernst (R-IA) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “After @SASCGOP's hearing on Afghanistan, it’s clear: ❌ We abandoned Americans behind enemy lines ❌ Biden has no plan for defeating terrorist threats emboldened by his departure The Admin wants to hide its failure. But Americans want answers. @SenateGOP is going to get them. Link to video”
Fischer (R-NE) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “During today's SASC hearing, Sec. Kahl testified that what unfolded “would have happened whenever we left Afghanistan.” But in July prior to the withdrawal, Biden said a Taliban takeover was “not inevitable.” It’s hard to know where the truth lies with this administration.”
Fischer (R-NE) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Important read on the troubling reality exposed at today’s SASC hearing: Link to quoted tweetJUST IN: Terror Groups in Afghanistan Could Attack US Next Year, Pentagon Policy Chief Says | https://t.co/KJYtTCVHkH https://t.co/vn9haGZAbs”
Graham (R-SC) 10/25/2021: Tweet – “Speaking with Brian @kilmeade at 7:15 pm on Fox News about the latest on Afghanistan and more. Tune in!”
Graham (R-SC) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Speaking with @marthamaccallum on @FoxNews in just a few minutes about the latest on Afghanistan. Tune in!”
Hawley (R-MO) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @kristina_wong – “Under questioning fm @HawleyMO, top DOD policy official Colin Kahl says on #Afghanistan evacuees: "The vetting wasn't happening at HKIA." Hawley notes that 116,700 Afghanistan evacuees were not SIVs. "Who were they?" he asks. Kahl says Afghans at risk of various kinds.”
Hawley (R-MO) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @Kredo0 – “DISCLOSED: Biden Ordered Afghanistan Evacuation Flights Be Filled to 'Excess' With Unvetted Refugees, Internal Admin Directive Shows -- Sen. @HawleyMO releases bombshell document showing Afghans were brought to US with little-to-no vetting Link to freebeacon.com”
Hawley (R-MO) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “NEWS: This email was shared w/ me by an American official present jn Afghanistan during the evacuation who was shocked by Administration’s failure to vet Afghans before they were evacuated. Email details orders from Joe Biden to fill up the planes - even without vetting Link to photo Consular officials instructed to “err on the side of excess” and put people on planes”
Hawley (R-MO) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Email Shows Biden Ordered Afghanistan Evacuation Flights Be Filled With Unvetted Refugees Link to freebeacon.com”
Hirono (D-HI) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Women and girls in Afghanistan deserve safety and security. An Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues could help direct all US government efforts to protect women’s rights in Afghanistan. Today in @SASCDems I asked how we’ll address this: Link to video”
Inhofe (R-OK) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “What did @POTUS’s most senior advisors do May -August, as our Afghanistan withdrawal dissolved in chaos? We need to understand, and then fix, what went wrong so we can keep American families safe. My opening remarks from today’s hearing: Link to www.youtube.com”
Inhofe (R-OK) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “The fact that @POTUS left Americans behind in #Afghanistan is a disgrace. The fact that we still don’t know how many are looking to escape Taliban rule is absolutely maddening. Link to www.foxnews.com”
Risch (R-ID) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “I’m proud to announce @SenatorShaheen and I will lead a bipartisan congressional delegation to participate in the 13th annual @HFXforum next month to discuss major issues such as #Afghanistan, #China, and other pressing global issues. Link to www.foreign.senate.gov Link to quoted tweet24 days until #HFX2021 kicks off. Learn more about this year's Forum and how you can join the conversation right here: https://t.co/hPI4M4u8xM https://t.co/GcvegZzp9Y”
Shaheen (D-NH) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “Our Afghan allies risked their lives for the US-led mission. The U.S. has an obligation to keep its word & get them to safety. At today’s SASC hearing, I pushed for answers on what's being done to expedite the process & how to eliminate bureaucratic hurdles facing SIV applicants. Link to video”
Tillis (R-NC) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “We must continue to use all means necessary to bring Americans and our Afghan allies in Afghanistan that the Biden administration left behind back to the United States safely. Link to video”
Tuberville (R-AL) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @SASCGOP – “Live at 9:30 AM ET: @JimInhofe leads @SASCGOP at a hearing on security in Afghanistan and south/Central Asia. @DOD_Policy testifies. Video ➡️ Link to www.armed-services.senate.gov”
Wicker (R-MS) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “President Biden has sought to deflect criticism of his disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. The blame game has to end. Link to www.wicker.senate.gov”
Other - Middle East
Higgins (D-NY-26) 10/26/2021: Retweet of @SSWorks – “America spent $6 trillion on three Middle East wars. What we need is investments in America and Americans, starting with our most vulnerable. - @RepBrianHiggins on why he supports the #Secure2100 act Link to photo”
Tlaib (D-MI-13) 10/26/2021: Twitter thread – “Why has @OfficialFBOP placed drone whistleblower Daniel Hale in a Communications Management Unit? Hale helped expose the human cost of drone strikes & shouldn’t be in prison period, let alone in a secretive isolation unit. Link to theintercept.com CMUs – known as “Guantanamo North” – are designed to isolate inmates from the outside world and strictly monitor their communications. Why does the government think this is an appropriate way to treat whistleblowers?”
Risch (R-ID) 10/26/2021: Tweet – “This conviction is a small step toward justice for the #Yazidi people. I’m glad the #German government has seen fit to prosecute these disgusting #ISIS crimes. Other governments should follow suit. Link to www.wsj.com”