Members on the Record (Automated) for Wed December 01, 2021

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 11/30/2021: Retweet of @ProIsraelAm – “Learn about the 75 pro-Israel candidates endorsed by Pro-Israel America. Join us today to make a difference! ⤵️ Endorsements – Pro-Israel America... | proisraelamerica.org”

Garbarino (R-NY-2) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “Actions have consequences. By participating in the anti-Semitic BDS campaign, Ben & Jerry's risked major financial repercussions for Unilever stakeholders. The SEC must request Unilever amend its filings to show the risk this discriminatory policy poses. House legislators urge SEC inquiry into Unilever and Ben & Jerry's... | bit.ly”

Garbarino (R-NY-2) 11/30/2021: Retweet of @ProIsraelAm – “PIA applauds @RitchieTorres @RepGarbarino @RepJoshG & @BrianFitzUSA for urging the SEC to examine the regulatory implications of Ben & Jerry's decision to stop selling its products in "Occupied Palestinian Territories." House legislators urge SEC inquiry into Unilever and Ben & Jerry's... | jewishinsider.com”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 11/30/2021: Twitter thread – “"We will not back off from annihilation of Israel, even one millimeter," said Iran's military spokesperson over the weekend. How does Biden respond? By resuming talks with Iran to rejoin the HORRIBLE Iran Nuclear Deal. Why does Biden cozy up to people who HATE us and our allies? I've joined @RepPatFallon and our @RepublicanStudy colleagues in a letter to Biden explaining why we, and the American people, don't want Biden to cower to Iran. We shouldn't cede any of our leverage, and we DEFINITELY shouldn't give them our tax dollars! Biden Admin Ignores Congressional Inquiries Into Iran Sanctions Relief... | bit.ly”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “Leaving the Iran Nuclear Deal was a disaster then. It's a disaster today. The previous administration got to look tough by leaving the deal, but at the end of the day, they made the world a more dangerous place. We have to fix it. Iran preparing to enrich weapons-grade uranium, Israel warns U.S.... | axios.com”

Long (R-MO-7) 12/01/2021: Retweet of @HananyaNaftali – “New Indian Jewish immigrants in Israel celebrate Hanukkah in Nof HaGalil city. Happy Holidays! 🇮🇱🇮🇳 Link to image”

Lowenthal (D-CA-47) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “The Trump admin abandoning the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was dangerous as it brought Iran closer to nuclear weapons & threatened the entire region. It is now more important than ever to rebuild diplomatic solutions. Three years late, Israelis finally hear the truth about Trump... | haaretz.com”

Upton (R-MI-6) 12/01/2021: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepFredUpton! Israel's #IronDome defense system intercepted over 90% of Hamas rockets fired at Israel this past May. Countless Israeli and Palestinian civilians would have been killed without Iron Dome. @ProbSolveCaucus @RepJoshG Link to quoted tweet”

Wagner (R-MO-2) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “Israel is our greatest ally in the Middle East. We must always stand with Israel. 🇺🇸🇮🇱”

Portman (R-OH) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “Productive meeting with leaders from Ohio's Jewish community this afternoon. We discussed my recent trip to Israel and what we are doing to further strengthen our friendship and strategic relationship with the Jewish state of Israel. Link to image”

Risch (R-ID) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “I had a very productive meeting with the new ambassador to #Israel, @AmbHerzog, today. We discussed the continued importance of the U.S.-Israeli partnership to confront shared challenges in the region.”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “It's a honor to light the #Chanukah menorah tonight outside the Capitol, the temple of democracy, w Rabbi Shemtov, @SenJackyRosen, @RepSchakowsky, @RepLowenthal, @RepSusanWild & @RepKManning. In this Festival of Lights lets re-commit to fight the scourge of antisemitism and hate. Link to video”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “It's shameful for FOXNews @laralogan to spread anti-vax propaganda while trivializing Holocaust atrocities & denigrating victims/survivors' memory, all as #Chanukah celebrates Jewish perseverance, resiliency. It's dangerous misinformation, esp w/ 800K dead + a new viral threat. Link to quoted tweetFox host Lara Logan says that people tell her that Dr. Fauci doesn't represent science, but represents Josef Mengele, the Nazi doctor known as the "Angel of Death" for performing medical experiments at Auschwitz: "I am talking about people all across the world are saying this" ”

Cruz (R-TX) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “I am proud of the active Jewish community in Texas. We must be united with the Jewish people and stand up to the evils of anti-Semitism. Austin Chabad lights menorah at overpass where neo-Nazis hung antisemitic banners... | timesofisrael.com”

Lebanon

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 11/30/2021: Twitter thread – “Our country must no longer retreat from its tradition of providing safe haven to foreign nationals who need it most. Proud to introduce this legislation that would finally grant our Lebanese neighbors protection from being deported to a country in turmoil. Tlaib, Dingell, Lofgren, Nadler Introduce Bill Granting Temporary Protected Status to Lebanese Nationals Amid Country's Ongoing Crisis... | bit.ly Turmoil is no exaggeration either. That's why we must grant Lebanese nationals TPS protection and peace of mind amidst their already devastating stress of seeing fellow Lebanese citizens and families suffer.Lebanon's Crisis... | nytimes.com”

Iran

Deutch (D-FL-22) 11/30/2021: Twitter thread – “The head of the IAEA confirms it was unable to resolve its access issues during recent visit to Iran. 

Iran has already exceeded limits set forth in the JCPOA, and it continues to impede IAEA monitoring & verification.   (1/2) High-level Meetings in Iran 'Inconclusive,' IAEA Director General tells Board... | iaea.org If Iran's leaders are not pursuing weapons, there is no reason for Iran to deny IAEA inspectors the access they need. 

We cannot ignore these facts as talks recommence. (2/2)”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “This is a strategic mistake that emboldens the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism. It's time for Iran to start making concessions, not the United States. Iran: All discussions during previous nuclear talks 'subject to... | thehill.com”

Green (R-TN-7) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “By even considering reentering the Iran Nuclear Deal, Joe Biden oozes weakness in the face of Tehran. As Iran continues to enrich uranium at unacceptable levels, Joe Biden must put his foot down. Iran's Nuclear Negotiators Make the U.S. Sit at the Kiddie Table - WSJ”

Hagedorn (R-MN-1) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “Great piece from @Bryan_E_Leib in @Newsmax on Biden's silence on the Islamic Republic of Iran murdering their citizens and my resolution recognizing the horrors of “Bloody November” massacre. President Biden: Break Your Silence on the Islamic Republic of Iran... | newsmax.com”

Lesko (R-AZ-8) 12/01/2021: Tweet – “Proud to join 24 of my @RepublicanStudy colleagues in a letter to Biden expressing concern about resuming nuclear talks with Iran. It is inappropriate to hold talks with a regime that violates the human rights of its own citizens and sponsors terrorism. Iran claps back as talks over nuclear deal resume... | foxnews.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 12/01/2021: Twitter thread – “LR @RepMcCaul, CHM @RepGregoryMeeks, @RepJoeWilson and Rep. Deutch introduced the Stop Iranian Drones Act to sanction Iran's dangerous drones and suppliers. The legislation also states that it is U.S. policy to prevent Iran and Iranian-aligned groups from acquiring drones that can be used in attacks against the United States or our partners. Read more here ⬇️ McCaul, Meeks, Wilson, Deutch Introduce Legislation to Sanction Iran's Drones and Suppliers - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

Reschenthaler (R-PA-14) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “Now is not the time to let up on one of the largest state sponsors of terrorism. That's why I joined @RepPatFallon in a letter demanding answers on the Biden Admin's plan to lift sanctions on Iran. Link to quoted tweet🚨🚨🚨 Iran's recent aggressions shouldn't be rewarded with the the resumption of nuclear talks. I am proud to lead over 20 of my @RepublicanStudy colleagues in a letter to @POTUS outlining our concerns surrounding the renewed negotiations. (Biden Admin Ignores Congressional Inquiries Into Iran Sanctions Relief)”

Steube (R-FL-17) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “I signed on to a letter to Biden expressing concerns that he's attempting to revive the FAILED Iran nuclear Agreement and reverse President Trump's successful maximum pressure campaign. His dangerous foreign policy decisions must be stopped for the sake of global security. Link to image”

Cruz (R-TX) 12/01/2021: Tweet – “President Biden has delisted FARC as a terrorist organization. This is exactly the appeasement he showed when he delisted the Iran-controlled Houthis, which led to violence and catastrophe. The same thing will happen with the FARC. Cruz On Biden Delisting Marxist Terror Org: ‘It Is A Pattern Of Appeasement And Weakness Towards Terrorists' | The Daily Wire”

Iraq

Duckworth (D-IL) 11/30/2021: Retweet of @therecount – “Wholesome moment: President Biden signs four bills addressing military racial and gender disparities before gifting his pen to Iraq War veteran @SenDuckworth (D-IL). Biden: “You said you were gonna do this, remember?” Duckworth: “I told you. Yes sir, I did.” Link to video”

Turkey

Sarbanes (D-MD-3) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “This is an important Saint Andrew's Human Rights & Religious Freedom Day address, and I am looking forward to attending today at 6:00 PM: Link to quoted tweetPlease join us tomorrow (Nov. 30) 6:00pm EST, I am honored to deliver my address "Captive Communities: New Challenges to Religious Freedom in Turkey" on the occasion of Saint Andrew's Human Rights and Religious Freedom Day co-organized by @StAFreedomForum & @HellenicLeaders. ”

Afghanistan

Bacon (R-NE-2) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “This is why #StrategicDeterrence matters. Russia is emboldened by our retreat from #Afghanistan and the world stage. To make matters worse, Russia & China are exploiting the leadership void in Europe, #Taiwan, and other places. Our allies expect us to back them up and we should. Link to quoted tweetU.S. says 'all options' on the table over Russian troop buildup near Ukraine (U.S. says 'all options' on the table over Russian troop buildup near Ukraine) ”

Crenshaw (R-TX-2) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “The Russian buildup along the border with Ukraine is the result of a feckless administration. This is the cost of the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal: allies and partners like Ukraine, the Baltics, Georgia, and Taiwan are under threat because our enemies see weakness. Link to quoted tweetNATO foreign ministers began talks as the alliance confronts mounting tensions with Russia over its military buildup near Ukraine (Tensions with Russia loom over NATO talks)”

Crow (D-CO-6) 11/30/2021: Twitter thread – “In Colorado, we know what it means to take care of one another. The war in Afghanistan is over, but our obligation is not. On #GivingTuesday , please consider giving what you can to help our Afghan partners who are resettling here in the US⬇️. Link to image   Rescue lives in Denver, CO... | rescue.org   Afghan Refugees - Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains   Miles4Migrants - Support a flight for an Afghan evacuee - Miles4Migrants   Help Refugees Rebuild | African Community Center”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “TUNE IN - this week, @HouseForeign discusses US-Africa relations, US counterterrorism strategy & capability in Afghanistan and innovative municipal leadership in Central Europe. Link to video”

Miller-Meeks (R-IA-2) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “The Taliban possess billions of dollars of advanced U.S. military equipment and are stronger than ever before. There is absolutely no reason to believe that they won't use these weapons to spread terror around the world. @SenTomCotton Tom Cotton, Mariannette Miller-Meeks: Americans wanted Biden to end the war, not lose it... | ow.ly”

Sherrill (D-NJ-11) 12/01/2021: Twitter thread – “I visited @jointbasemdl to learn more about the operations for resettling Afghan evacuees. I appreciate the dedication of our servicemembers working to make the transition as smooth as possible for the families who are here to build a new life under difficult circumstances. Link to video We will continue to check in to see how we can continue to support their efforts and ensure the best process possible. During this transition period, so many community members, nonprofits and organizations, have been working with these evacuees. I'm so grateful to see them give back to the allies who did so much to support our troops overseas.”

Stauber (R-MN-8) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “On the 8th month of his presidential term, Joe Biden gave to us… a botched withdrawal of Afghanistan. #12MonthsofBiden Fact: Biden's bungled withdrawal of Afghanistan left 10,000+ Americans behind & gifted $80 Billion of state-of-the-art U.S. military equipment to the Taliban. Link to image”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “It has been crystal clear that ISIS-K & al-Qaeda intend to hit us again if given the chance & now they have it. We can't wait until another Pulse Nightclub, San Bernardino or 9/11 happen again before we act. What happens in Afghanistan does not stay in Afghanistan. Link to video”

Zeldin (R-NY-1) 12/01/2021: Tweet – “Biden: “Unlike Trump, I don't shock our allies.” 🧐 Ask the Afghans about Biden's withdrawal Ask Canada about Biden scrapping Keystone Ask Ukraine & others about Biden fast-tracking Nordstream2 Ask France about Biden's nuke sub deal with Australia. Link to video”

Blumenthal (D-CT) 11/30/2021: Twitter thread – “THREAD: Today I wrote President Biden with serious concerns about ongoing obstacles to evacuating at-risk Afghan allies & their families. Our moral obligation means swiftly establishing a clear, consistent, & compassionate strategy for their evacuation. 1/ Link to image These men & women worked for the American government, dedicating their lives to the U.S. mission. With deadly targets on their backs, we have a moral obligation to bring them to safety. We owe it to them & our veterans, with whom they honorably served. 2/ This strategy should be implemented by an “evacuation czar” with clear Presidential direction & authority to execute this effort & coordinate with federal agencies. Time is of the essence as the situation in Afghanistan continues to deteriorate. 3”

Blumenthal (D-CT) 12/01/2021: Retweet of @jmhansler – “.@SenBlumenthal has called on @POTUS to appoint an "evacuation czar" to lead efforts to bring at-risk Afghans to safety amid reports of targeted assassinations by the Taliban and the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Afghanistan. Story with @df_lawrence Democratic senator calls on Biden to appoint Afghanistan 'evacuation czar'... | cnn.com”

Cornyn (R-TX) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “Taliban responsible for executing more than 100 former police and intelligence officers in Afghanistan: Watchdog Taliban responsible for executing more than 100 former police and intelligence officers in Afghanistan: Watchdog | Washington Examiner”

Other - Middle East

Escobar (D-TX-16) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “This is repugnant. The Republican Party's full embrace and celebration of racism, bigotry and hatred is dangerous, disturbing and disgusting. @GOPLeader -- this is your conference. And your silence on this islamophobia speaks volumes. Link to quoted tweetNEW: Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was a terrorist at an event in September. "I said, well, lookey there, it's the Jihad Squad...She doesn't have a backpack, she wasn't dropping it and running so we're good," Boebert said. (Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was terrorist) ”

Gallego (D-AZ-7) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “Lauren's mean girl/ bigot routine doesn't surprise me, but why are you @leezeldin laughing at these bigoted jokes? Don't you have any dignity. Is this what you have been reduced to? Being a side show to this bigot? Link to quoted tweetNEW: Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was a terrorist at an event in September. "I said, well, lookey there, it's the Jihad Squad...She doesn't have a backpack, she wasn't dropping it and running so we're good," Boebert said. (Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was terrorist) ”

Gallego (D-AZ-7) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “.@GOPLeader get your #trashcaucus in line or step down. This rhetoric brings hate against Muslim Americans and will lead to violence. Link to quoted tweetNEW: Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was a terrorist at an event in September. "I said, well, lookey there, it's the Jihad Squad...She doesn't have a backpack, she wasn't dropping it and running so we're good," Boebert said. (Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was terrorist) ”

Mace (R-SC-1) 11/30/2021: Retweet of @ABCNews4 – “READ: @RepMTG and @RepNancyMace traded shots on Twitter Tuesday after the Lowcountry Republican disapproved of anti-Muslim remarks made by @RepBoebert: Greene dubs Mace 'trash' of GOP Conference, tells SC Republican to hang with 'Jihad Squad' | WCIV #politics #GOP”

Omar (D-MN-5) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “The evolution of this dangerous tale is frightening. Trying to come up with the most bigoted ways to traffic Islamophobic tropes is the brand of the Republican party. It should be clear by now that there needs to be real consequence for this hateful anti-Muslim rhetoric. Enough! Link to quoted tweetNEW: Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was a terrorist at an event in September. "I said, well, lookey there, it's the Jihad Squad...She doesn't have a backpack, she wasn't dropping it and running so we're good," Boebert said. (Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was terrorist) ”

Strickland (D-WA-10) 12/01/2021: Tweet – “I visited the Islamic Center of Tacoma, the 2nd oldest Mosque in the PNW, which was devastated by a recent arson attack. While I'm grateful no one was injured, this horrific hate crime shows why we must continue to stand together against hatred in all forms as we heal & rebuild. Link to image”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 11/30/2021: Tweet – “The GOP is a serial-offending, malicious anti-Muslim party. @GOPLeader McCarthy's silence is a permission slip for his members to keep assaulting the Muslim community. His green-lighting this will lead to violence. He must resign. Link to quoted tweetNEW: Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was a terrorist at an event in September. "I said, well, lookey there, it's the Jihad Squad...She doesn't have a backpack, she wasn't dropping it and running so we're good," Boebert said. (Another video shows Lauren Boebert suggesting Ilhan Omar was terrorist) ”