Members on the Record (Automated) for Sat November 06, 2021

Israel - Palestine

Levin (D-MI-9) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “I welcome the confirmation of Tom Nides as the new U.S. Ambassador to Israel. I look forward to working with him to advance peace, justice and the realization of human rights for all Israelis and Palestinians.”

Levin (D-MI-9) 11/05/2021: Twitter thread – “We must question the severe designation of Palestinian civil society groups as “terrorist organizations” by Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz. If there is evidence, I would certainly like to see it. Link to quoted tweetWhen presented with the dossier, which was produced by Israel’s Shin Bet, European governments declined to cut funding to the groups. https://t.co/QPy5uD5DfX These organizations do vital work of highlighting human rights violations by the Israeli government, the Palestinian Authority and Hamas. A key part of my Two-State Solution Act is elevating and strengthening civil society in Israel and Palestine, critical to promoting human rights and rule of law in the occupied territories. This move puts a peaceful solution further out of reach.”

Long (R-MO-7) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “@mbrooksrjc @RJC Link to quoted tweetThe magnificent Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem 🇮🇱 was initially built 1,300 years ago on the site of the Jewish Temple. It is holy to the Abrahamic religions as the location where Abraham was tested by God. Jews around the world face towards this spot during daily prayers. https://t.co/b8G0mGdcrA”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @AmerIndependent – “Economy adds more than 5.5 million jobs in 9 months under Biden by @jeisrael Link to americanindependent.com”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Our country must stop enabling the killing of children. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Israeli forces have killed 13-year-old Palestinian Mohammad Da’das in Deir al-Hatab in the occupied West Bank. https://t.co/Jr8lNsa1yi”

Cassidy (R-LA) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “The Jewish State of Israel is one of our greatest allies. The Biden administration must not threaten this relationship with a plan that is in clear conflict with U.S. law, which states Jerusalem should not be divided. Link to www.brproud.com”

Cruz (R-TX) 11/06/2021: Retweet of @David42716938 – “Ted Cruz Slams the Democrats for Defending Hamas - @IsraelVideos Link to www.israelunwired.com”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 11/05/2021: Twitter thread – “Infrastructure=communism is a new one. Eisenhower’s interstate system should be torn up or else the commies will be able to conveniently drive! Red Dawn in real life Link to photo Also I’m assuming that the “Republicans” being in quotes implies that if you don’t believe in Jewish space lasers, and believe in roads, you aren’t a real Republican”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “But toss funding for the Countering Jewish Space Laser (CJSP) program in there and she’d be a big yes. Link to twitter.com”

Iran

Babin (R-TX-36) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Even as Iran-supported drones attack U.S. troops, Biden keeps doubling down on the foolish Iran Nuclear Deal. This sends a bad signal to our allies, disrespects our servicemembers, and empowers our enemies. See what I’m doing to stop it ⤵️ Link to photo”

Garcia (R-CA-25) 11/05/2021: Twitter thread – “Pelosi held the “15 min" vote open for over 6 hours! In that period of time we could have passed over 24 bills that actually would improve the livelihoods of Americans. Speaker Pelosi – here are some bill ideas that we should bring to the floor for a vote instead of wasting taxpayer dollars holding the vote open for no good reason. 1. HR 19 to lower the cost of prescription drugs 2. HR 4792 to counter the growing threat of the CCP 3. HR 4614 to improve federal forest management 4. HR 1472 to stop federal funding for the failed CA High Speed Rail project 5. HR 2718 to prevent a nuclear Iran 6. HR 5586 to prohibit the IRS from tracking hardworking Americans’ bank transactions 7. HR 3079 to increase penalties for assaulting a police officer 8. HR 3537 to accelerate access to critical therapies for those with ALS 9. HR 1563 to improve California’s water infrastructure 10. HR 4516 to improve fed. land managers’ access to active forest management tools 11. HR 1712 to repeal the death tax 12. HR 637 to support veterans who are unemployed as a result of COVID 13. HR 1115 to create a Global War on Terror Memorial 14. HR 82 to repeal WEP-GPO 15. HR 5811 to stop vaccine mandates 16. HR 4568 to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund 17. HR 892 to protect health care access for those with preexisting conditions 18. HR 3710 to direct NPRC to return staffing levels to pre-covid levels 19. HR 3224 to improve reporting of sexual assault in the military 20. HR 677 to increase transparency, accountability, and performance of our nation’s law enforcement 21. HR 2153 to support innovative research and infrastructure to protect our economic & national security 22. HR 5854 to prevent the Biden admin from providing $450K settlements to illegal immigrants 23. HR 5752 to provide emergency financial relief to military families 24. HR 5010 to improve wildfire prediction capabilities”

Steil (R-WI-1) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @Kredo0 – “LATEST: Biden Pressed To Abandon Nuclear Talks After Iran Strikes US Military Outpost — Coalition of GOP lawmakers led by ⁦@RepBryanSteil⁩ say Biden admin's singular focus on nuke deal endangers American troops Link to freebeacon.com”

Cruz (R-TX) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @Kredo0 – “.@SenTedCruz: "A future GOP president will tear up any Iran deal that isn't a treaty" Link to freebeacon.com   Link to quoted tweet”

Egypt

Khanna (D-CA-17) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “As of today, @amnestyusa prisoner of conscience Ramy Shaath has been held in illegal pretrial detention, 4 months beyond Egypt’s 2 year pretrial detention limit. I’m still waiting to hear from the @EgyptEmbassyUSA when he will be released.”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Human rights are not negotiable. It’s time to #FreeRamySaath from unjust Egyptian pretrial detention, which has dragged on for 28 months. I echo calls for Ramy’s immediate release.”

Cruz (R-TX) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “The Biden admin is withholding assistance Egypt would use for counterterrorism & demanding they release prisoners (they won't tell us who!). Meanwhile Senate Dems are trying to get a stone cold Muslim Brotherhood propagandist freed. It’s crazy & dangerous. Link to amgreatness.com”

Cruz (R-TX) 11/06/2021: Retweet of @AIIAmericanGirI – “Ted Cruz, top Dem have heated exchange over Biden's Egypt policy Link to www.foxnews.com @FoxNews”

Saudi Arabia

Davis (R-IL-13) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “What's the Biden plan to lower oil and gas prices? Beg Russia and Saudi Arabia to increase output. We have an abundance of domestic energy sources we could tap, but the President is scared of the far-left environmentalists in his party, so he's begging foreign govts. for help. Link to quoted tweetWhen @TomKeene asks @SecGranholm the very pertinent question on whether America (and no OPEC+) needs to increase oil production. The response, amid laughing: "That's hilarious" #OOTT https://t.co/LToWUIxTb0”

Doggett (D-TX-35) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “I am thankful for the courage and the bravery—in sounding the alarm—by Dr. Saad Aljabri, a former Saudi intelligence official whose life is under constant threat by Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman. You can watch his 60 Minutes interview here: Link to www.youtube.com”

Iraq

Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1) 11/05/2021: Twitter thread – “Meet the remarkable Sergeant First Class Theresa Walls of Chalfont—this week’s Hometown Hero. Theresa, who earned her MBA in 2015 from Excelsior College, has served over 30 years in the United States Armed Forces, including the Navy and Pennsylvania National Guard. (1/3) Link to photo Her tours include humanitarian efforts in Nicaragua & Louisiana during Hurricanes Katrina & Rita, where she earned several Humanitarian Service Medals, & deployment to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. (2/3) She was awarded the Bronze Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Achievement & Army Commendation Medals, Iraqi Campaign Medal, & the Combat Action Badge. Join me in honoring & thanking Theresa for her service—our veterans are truly the finest citizens among us. (3/3)”

Gallego (D-AZ-7) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @ericswalwell – “Looking forward to seeing a great journalist interview one of the bravest colleagues I know, Iraq War Marine Vet @RubenGallego. Join virtually on link below. Link to quoted tweet”

Gallego (D-AZ-7) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @customhousebks – “They Called Us "Lucky" by @RubenGallego is a 21st-century Band of Brothers chronicling the eternal bonds forged between the Marines of Lima Company, the hardest-hit unit of the Iraq War. Pick up your copy on 11/9. Link to video”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Looking forward to seeing a great journalist interview one of the bravest colleagues I know, Iraq War Marine Vet @RubenGallego. Join virtually on link below. Link to quoted tweetOn November 10, I’ll be interviewing @RubenGallego about his favorite memes and also his book, “They Called Us ‘Lucky,’” at @changinghands. Tickets (which include a copy of the book) are available here: https://t.co/yViIjeKQ0j”

Bahrain

Rubio (R-FL) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Today is the 121st Day of Dr. #AlSingace’s hunger strike for ill treatment in prison. He has been detained since 2011 for peacefully protesting in support of human rights and democracy in #Bahrain. Sen. Rubio calls for his immediate release. #ExpressionNOToppression Link to photo”

Horn of Africa

Quigley (D-IL-5) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “The humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia demands our attention. I spoke on this issue last month, and I stand by my words today. The people of Tigray need peace. Link to video”

Sudan

McCaul (R-TX-10) 11/06/2021: Tweet – “LR @RepMcCaul, CHM @RepGregoryMeeks, @SenatorRisch & @SenatorMenendez condemn coup in #Sudan “The crisis unfolding in Sudan has not only undermined the democratic transition, it has jeopardized Sudan’s prospects for economic recovery." Full statement 👇🏻 Link to gop-foreignaffairs.house.gov”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @HouseForeign – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks, RM @RepMcCaul, CM @SenatorMenendez RM @SenatorRisch statement following the introduction of a concurrent resolution condemning the October 25, 2021 military coup in Sudan: Link to foreignaffairs.house.gov”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 11/05/2021: Twitter thread – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks, RM @RepMcCaul, CM @SenatorMenendez RM @SenatorRisch statement following the introduction of a concurrent resolution condemning the October 25, 2021 military coup in Sudan: Link to foreignaffairs.house.gov Find a copy of the resolution here: Link to www.foreign.senate.gov”

Risch (R-ID) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Yesterday, @SenatorMenendez, @RepGregoryMeeks, @RepMcCaul & I intro'd a res. to condemn the recent coup in #Sudan & support the Sudanese people. The military junta should reverse course, or risk derailing the transition & fracturing U.S.-Sudan relations. Link to www.foreign.senate.gov”

Afghanistan

Bacon (R-NE-2) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “The Biden Admin has not been honest with the HUNDREDS of Americans and Afghan allies still stranded in #Afghanistan. This botched withdrawal emboldened our enemies, put our national security at risk, and broke trust with our allies. We need to rectify before more damage is done. Link to video”

Bishop (R-NC-9) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @HouseGOP – “They should ask the Americans still stranded in Afghanistan if Biden’s word means anything. Link to quoted tweet”

Buck (R-CO-4) 11/06/2021: Tweet – “For the last 20 years, young girls in Afghanistan had rights and dreams. Joe Biden’s disastrous withdrawal in Afghanistan destroyed all of that. This is heartbreaking and wrong. Link to quoted tweet“This is your bride. Please take care of her — you are responsible for her now, please don’t beat her” says 9 year old Parwana’s father as he sells her to a 55 year old man. I pray the people who brought this day to Afghanistan never sleep in peace. https://t.co/P90Iw1B9uC”

Clyde (R-GA-9) 11/05/2021: Twitter thread – “After Biden’s botched Afghanistan withdrawal, 14,000 Americans STILL remain in the clutches of the Taliban. @SpeakerPelosi should STOP her partisan theatrics & immediately direct committees of jurisdiction to use all available tools to safely bring every single American home. Link to foreignpolicy.com”

Garcia (R-CA-25) 11/05/2021: Twitter thread – “This morning, I went on @FoxFriendsFirst to discuss the @StateDept's 72 day delay in responding to my office about the evacuation of Afghan allies. Luckily, my office helped get many of these individuals out through our own channels. Link to video The Biden administration’s failure to fully evacuate all Americans and Afghan allies is inexcusable. Watch the full interview here ⬇️ Link to www.youtube.com”

Greene (R-GA-14) 11/05/2021: Twitter thread – “Just finished @TuckerCarlson’s Patriot Purge. I’m more convinced than ever Nancy Pelosi set up the Capitol Police to fail on J6. All requests for National Guard assistance were denied. Instigators in the crowd of Patriots incited violence & urged entry. Who are they? 1/4 I always believe in the good guys. I see the Capitol Police everyday when I’m in DC. They protect me and my staff and always take pride in their jobs. But being set up for failure hurt them deeply. 2/4 Our great military men and women were demoralized when Biden forced them to withdraw in failure. A plan executed with knowledge that Afghans would turn the country over immediately to the Taliban. Like the Capitol Police on J6, our military was set up for failure. 3/4 When Patriots went to the Capitol, some were incited by instigators in the crowd & possibly agents within our own government who infiltrated their circles well before J6. Like provocateurs to bring down foreign governments, has the deep state done the same to our own people?”

Joyce (R-PA-13) 11/06/2021: Tweet – “President Biden's Afghanistan crisis has stranded Americans in a hostile nation and allowed our enemies a new safe haven. This failure of leadership puts lives at risk. Link to photo”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “We owe the family of the drone strike victims generous condolence payments, swift evacuations, and genuine accountability. Link to quoted tweetThe U.S. had said it would pay condolence payments to the families and help them leave Afghanistan if they wanted. But neither has happened yet, defense officials said earlier this week. https://t.co/j0qckqBBPX”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @HeatherNauert – “Powerful #VeteransDay letter to ⁦@POTUS⁩ from ⁦@TForcePineapple⁩ ⁦@RooftopLeader⁩ 🇺🇸 #afghanistan Link to www.militarytimes.com”

Long (R-MO-7) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @mikepompeo – “The Biden Administration should be more concerned with getting the 14,000 legal permanent U.S. residents & green-card holders out of Afghanistan than it is about the $450,000 payments to illegal immigrants. Their priorities are all wrong.”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “.@RepMMM: "Look at the Afghanistan withdrawal. And so if you think that it went just swimmingly then of course you want President Biden and his team to negotiate prices for you on drugs." Link to video”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “The Left’s socialist policies are failing. ❌ Record high inflation. ❌ A growing border crisis. ❌ Colossal failure in Afghanistan. ❌ Weakness projected to China and Russia. We have to wake up to the risk of these poor policies. Link to video”

Miller-Meeks (R-IA-2) 11/05/2021: Retweet of @GOPLeader – “.@RepMMM: "Look at the Afghanistan withdrawal. And so if you think that it went just swimmingly then of course you want President Biden and his team to negotiate prices for you on drugs." Link to video”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Our greatest adversary is mocking Biden. From letting Russia complete its NordStream Pipeline to leaving our allies & fellow Americans behind in Afghanistan & now this, the Biden Admin's weakness is emboldening the #CCP, endangering our national security. Link to www.foxnews.com”

Cornyn (R-TX) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Staggering Number of U.S. Green-Card Holders Stranded in Afghanistan Link to www.nationalreview.com”

Cortez Masto (D-NV) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Afghan women and girls have been the victims of targeted violence and are being denied their basic freedoms. It's unacceptable. @SenJackyRosen and I stand alongside all 24 women senators in calling for a plan to protect the rights of Afghan women and girls.Link to www.cortezmasto.senate.gov”

Leahy (D-VT) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “The horrific Aug 29 drone strike in Kabul was part of a long pattern of avoidable deaths of innocent civilians. Civilian casualties are inevitable in today’s wars, but far more should have been done by DoD to prevent them, discipline those responsible, and compensate the victims. Link to quoted tweetResponding to the recent #Kabul strike investigation and twenty years of the same repeated mistakes, CIVIC calls for long-overdue changes to U.S. lethal force & targeting policies. Read our statement ⬇️ https://t.co/PwJ1IiHZQJ https://t.co/qLHz55z4Bc”

Murkowski (R-AK) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “I appreciated meeting with @Atayeshe & @SenatorShaheen on the importance of providing women and girls with access to reproductive and maternal health, along with services for those experiencing gender-based violence. As our work continues, I’m grateful for @UNFPA’s efforts. Link to quoted tweetThank you Senator @lisamurkowski and @SenatorShaheen for hosting me to discuss important work ahead for the security and health of women and girls in #Afghanistan, where @UNFPA has worked for 45 years and continues to #StayAndDeliver. #FundUNFPA https://t.co/fWCsZ3v7V4”

Murkowski (R-AK) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Proud to join all of my female Senate colleagues in calling on the President to protect the rights of Afghan women and girls following the military withdrawal. Link to photo”

Other - Middle East

Mast (R-FL-18) 11/05/2021: Tweet – “Biden’s catastrophic withdrawal meant our allies were forced to choose: death or ISIS. They deserve better. Link to www.wsj.com”