Last updated on Thu December 09, 2021 at 12:23 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Chu (D-CA-27) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “The Iran nuclear deal was the only thing that was keeping Iran from a nuclear weapon. But Donald Trump ended that deal because it was negotiated by Barack Obama. He put politics and ego over security and now the US, Israel, and the world are less safe. Israel opposed the Iran nuclear deal, but former Israeli officials increasingly say U.S. pullout was a mistake... | washingtonpost.com”
Deutch (D-FL-22) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “Wonderful meeting with the leaders of Yanabia! The work they are doing to uplift Bedouin communities in Israel is inspiring. I look forward to seeing some of their projects first hand. Link to image”
Grothman (R-WI-6) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “I was glad to meet again with Israeli doctor Yaakov Nahmias to further discuss his research investigating the benefits of Fenofibrate, an FDA-approved medication, in combatting #COVID19. This accessible drug may substantially reduce symptoms and death among hospitalized patients. Link to image”
Levin (D-MI-9) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “If we want to achieve real, lasting security for Israelis and full human rights for Palestinians, the U.S. must oppose vocally actions that push peace out of reach and prevent us from seeing a two-state solution in my lifetime. J Street: The Political Home for Pro-Israel, Pro-Peace Americans... | jstreet.org”
Manning (D-NC-6) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “It was great to welcome my dear friend and Israel's Minister of Diaspora Affairs @DrNachmanShai for a discussion with @RepTedDeutch about strengthening ties between the American Jewish community and Israel and working together to combat rising antisemitism. Link to image”
Thune (R-SD) 12/08/2021: Retweet of @AIPAC – “🇺🇸🇮🇱 #StrongerTogether Link to quoted tweet”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Castro (D-TX-20) 12/08/2021: Retweet of @latimes – “The officers joked about “gassing” Jewish people, assaulting members of the LGBTQ community, using violence against suspects and lying during an investigation into a police shooting, according to district attorney's office records reviewed by The Times. Torrance police's racist texts could jeopardize many cases - Los Angeles Times”
Meng (D-NY-6) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “NYC saw a 100% rise in hate crimes -- and a 361% increase in anti-Asian crimes -- this year. We must work alongside our community groups to address this disturbing rise, #StopAsianHate, and keep every family safe from racism and antisemitism. Hate Crimes Spike Citywide, New NYPD Data Reveals – CBS New York... | newyork.cbslocal.com”
Pressley (D-MA-7) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “@JHill_21 @ABC No Jeff, standing alongside @DWStweets I denounced anti-semitism too. At the same presser if you care to watch in its entirely. We are united against hate, bigotry & white supremacy in all of its forms. Hate speech leads to hate violence. Link to reply@SqSpid @ABC Cancer. @shock_zero0 @SqSpid @ABC No, I do not have cancer. I am living with the autoimmune disease #alopecia totalis where your immune system attacks your hair follicles. 7M Americans live with some form of alopecia.”
Stevens (D-MI-11) 12/09/2021: Retweet of @USJewishDems – “WATCH: Senate Republicans have spent months holding up @deborahlipstadt's confirmation as Special Envoy to Monitor & Combat Antisemitism. Truly shameless. The @GOP is playing political games with the safety of Jews around the world, & it needs to stop. Link to video”
Gillibrand (D-NY) 12/08/2021: Retweet of @newjewishhome – “We are grateful to @gillibrandny for visiting our youth workforce development program, GCD! Expanding GCD would help more youth pursue rewarding careers and help alleviate the health care workforce shortage. Thank you for engaging with our GCD alumni, students and residents! Link to image”
Iran
Franklin (R-FL-15) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “.@POTUS's failed foreign policies have emboldened our advisories. 🚩Russia is threatening Ukraine's sovereignty 🚩The Chinese Communist Party is threatening Taiwan's sovereignty 🚩Iran is arming its terrorist proxies and expanding nuclear operations”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 12/08/2021: Twitter thread – “LR @RepMcCaul in support of the House #NDAA: "This year's NDAA helps to ensure our military has the tools it needs to confront the generational threat posed by the CCP, as well as the threats posed by authoritarian governments like Iran, Russia and North Korea." Find the full statement here ⬇️ McCaul Supports Military Authorization Bill, Expresses Frustration at Nord Stream Amendment's Removal - Committee on Foreign Affairs”
Steel (R-CA-48) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “A nuclear Iran is a global danger. The Iran Deal and capitulating to Iran's demands are not the answers. Iran Doubles Down on Demands as Nuclear Talks Resume... | wsj.com”
Saudi Arabia
Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 12/08/2021: Twitter thread – “A handful of Senators would not even support an annual report on whether the Saudis are STILL trying to threaten or kill their critics in the US. I'd rather protect people in America than protect a Saudi Crown Prince. Link to quoted tweetThese House Democrats voted against the NDAA over its dropping of sanctions on Saudi Arabia: @Malinowski @RepRoKhanna and @GerryConnolly More on this here. Opinion | Backroom defense bill lets dictators and kleptocrats off the hook”
Iraq
Meijer (R-MI-3) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “About time! Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Alwyn Cashe to finally receive posthumous Medal of Honor for Iraq War heroism (By @halbritz) (Alwyn Cashe to finally receive posthumous Medal of Honor for Iraq War heroism)”
Murphy (D-FL-7) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “🤞 Promising developments... Medal of Honor: Biden to recognize three soldiers for combat actions in Iraq, Afghanistan - The Washington Post”
Nadler (D-NY-10) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “This week, I voted against the 2022 NDAA. It represents a bloated budget that far exceeds what was requested by the WH, and by excluding the repeal of the 2002 Iraq AUMF it fails to rein in endless war. This funding would be better suited serving our communities and families. Link to image”
Scott (R-FL) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “Sergeant First Class Alwyn Cashe is an American hero & unquestionably deserving of not only this highest honor but also our endless gratitude. His bravery, sacrifice & heroism in service to his fellow soldiers & our great nation will never be forgotten. Medal of Honor: Biden to recognize three soldiers for combat actions in Iraq, Afghanistan - The Washington Post”
Libya
Meeks (D-NY-5) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “LIVE NOW: in the Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa and Global Counterterrorism for a discussion on the path to peace for Libya with guests: @MeganFDoherty from #USAID and Karen Sasahara from @StateDept_NEA Hearing: What's Next for Libya? The Path to Peace... | youtu.be”
United Arab Emirates
Cammack (R-FL-3) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “This past weekend at the Nitro RallyCross event in Keystone Heights, we got to be part of a special race with thousands of attendees, generating more than $2M in economic benefits for the Lake Region. The next race in the series is in Dubai; it was great to be there! Link to image”
Qatar
Larsen (D-WA-2) 12/08/2021: Twitter thread – “Last month, I visited Qatar in my role as a senior member of @HASCDemocrats. @HASCDemocrats During my visit, I had a chance to thank U.S. servicemembers for their role in the Kabul airlift, discuss the critical role Qatar enables the United States to play in the Middle East and see Qatar's preparations for the 2022 FIFA #WorldCup. @HASCDemocrats While in Qatar, I had lunch with airmen from Washington state at Al Udeid Air Base. Many of the women and men stationed at Al Udeid participated in the Kabul airlift and are directly responsible for the safe evacuation of more than 124,000 people. Link to image @HASCDemocrats I appreciated the opportunity to thank them in person for their service and hear about the important role they played to save the lives of women, men and children. @HASCDemocrats Also, I learned more about Operation Allies Refuge during a visit to Camp As Sayliyah. There, Qatar will continue to host up to 8,000 at-risk Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) applicants in temporary housing. Link to image @HASCDemocrats Earlier this year, I urged @POTUS to raise the U.S. refugee cap to at least 200,000 and supported efforts to resettle refugees in the U.S., including the Second District. @HASCDemocrats @POTUS The FIFA #WorldCup is coming to Qatar in November 2022. As an avid soccer fan and Co-Chair of the Congressional Soccer Caucus, I am excited to watch the Cup—an opportunity for the world to come together to celebrate sportsmanship, teamwork and friendship. Link to image @HASCDemocrats @POTUS In this spirit, I have asked the Qatari government what it is doing to ensure LGBTQ+ visitors are safe and respected at the Cup so that all fans can enjoy the Beautiful Game. @HASCDemocrats @POTUS While in Doha, I stopped by Khalifa International Stadium to learn more about Qatar's preparations to host the world in 2022.”
Horn of Africa
Speier (D-CA-14) 12/08/2021: Twitter thread – “The loathsome & misogynistic abuse of women & girls in Ethiopia's conflict must end! My resolution calls on all involved, the US & the world to condemn the use of gender violence in war. It also calls for holding perpetrators accountable & for redress & resources for the victims. Link to image You can read my resolution, co-lead by @RepLoisFrankel, @RepKarenBass and @RepSaraJacobs and co-signed by 42 of our @HouseDemocrats colleagues, on my website: Speier, Frankel, Bass, and Jacobs Introduce Resolution Condemning Sexual, Gender-based Violence Against Women and Girls in Ethiopia Conflict... | speier.house.gov”
Afghanistan
Allred (D-TX-32) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “Ensuring our troops have the resources they need to keep us safe will always be a priority. Yesterday we passed the bipartisan #NDAA, giving service members a raise, increasing parental leave & continuing to support the relocation of Afghan SIV applicants. Allred Votes for NDAA to Give Service Members a Pay Raise, Support Relocation of Afghan SIV Applicants... | allred.house.gov”
Bera (D-CA-7) 12/08/2021: Twitter thread – “I proudly voted last night for the annual National Defense Authorization Act, which will provide a much-needed pay raise for our brave men and women in uniform while supporting a strong and smart national security policy. #NDAA The House OKs a bipartisan defense policy bill that includes servicemember pay boost... | n.pr I'm proud that THREE of my amendments were included in the #NDAA. My amendments 1) bolster our global health security to prevent future pandemics, 2) strengthen Taiwan's defense against Chinese aggression, and 3) help our Afghan partners and allies who assisted U.S. operations.”
Bice (R-OK-5) 12/08/2021: Retweet of @HASCRepublicans – “The FY22 NDAA holds the Biden administration accountable for its disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. Link to image”
Bishop (R-NC-9) 12/08/2021: Retweet of @JesseKellyDC – “Remember when Afghanistan was collapsing and Biden, Blinken, and Psaki all went on vacation?”
Bowman (D-NY-16) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “Westchester is happy to welcome them home. Link to quoted tweetAs we've seen in Missoula, the resettlement of tens of thousands of unvetted Afghan nationals in America poses a serious threat to the safety of our communities. Read my OpEd setting the record straight on the lies we were told about Afghan resettlement: (Opinion: Afghan resettlement endangers our communities)”
Brady (R-TX-8) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “Proud to stand with our Warriors. Voted "YES" on National Defense bill. Protects/expands historic #Trump rebuilding of U.S. military. Demands answers on disastrous Afghanistan surrender. Pay raise for troops. As promised - no red flag gun or women/Selective Service provisions. Link to image”
Davis (R-IL-13) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “A vote for this NDAA means: ✅ A pay raise for our troops ✅ Funding bases like Scott AFB ✅ Restraints on Biden's ability to reshape our military ✅ Forcing the Admin to account for Afghanistan A vote against this NDAA amounts to defunding our military. Illinois' US Reps. Bost and Davis vote for national defense bill, Miller votes no... | bnd.com”
Franklin (R-FL-15) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “We must ensure the Biden administration does not recognize the Taliban as a legitimate government. Considering the Taliban's minister is still on the FBI's most-wanted list, the Administration should continue to designate them as terrorists. Congressman Scott Franklin speaks on the terror threat from Afghanistan.... | youtu.be”
Franklin (R-FL-15) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “Once again, Democrats see the world as they want it to be, not how it is. We need to realize reputational damage is NOT a deterrent to Russian aggression. Link to quoted tweetBiden's Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin: “If Russia invades Ukraine, I think Russia should be concerned about its reputation.” Russia doesn't care about its reputation, just like the Taliban. ”
Gallagher (R-WI-8) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “Rep. Gallagher: "We need to put some steel in the spine of U.S. foreign policy. Otherwise, we won't just be talking about Afghanistan or Ukraine. Sooner rather than later, we could be talking about the loss of Taiwan. And that really means the loss of U.S. global leadership." Link to video”
Gosar (R-AZ-4) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “No. There is nothing to be proud of in the NDAA. It is a sellout bill. My colleagues who voted yes feel the pull to “support the military” at any cost. I don't. It's an awful bill promoting woke military that droned 10 kids in Kabul; abandoned billions in military equipment. Link to quoted tweetCongressional conservatives are celebrating the House's passing of a bipartisan defense policy bill, claiming that they successfully kept Democrats from including more liberal policies such as requiring women to register for the Selective Service.(Conservatives Tout Defense Policy Bill After House Vote | Newsmax.com)”
Gosar (R-AZ-4) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “Unfortunately this is likely accurate. Link to quoted tweet@KurtSchlichter As evidenced by the incompetent and deadly withdrawal from Afghanistan the current military leadership and administration can't be trusted with the lives of our soldiers. They'll get them killed with their bumbling and for what.”
Lesko (R-AZ-8) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “REMINDER: Today is December 9, 2021, and there are still Americans trapped behind enemy lines in Afghanistan because they were abandoned by Biden. I guess the only way to get the U.S. government to leave you alone is to be an American in Afghanistan.”
Mast (R-FL-18) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “After multiple crises, including his botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, Joe Biden does not deserve to have "Commander" or "Chief" anywhere near his title. If you agree, sign on to the petition below. SIGN NOW: IMPEACH JOE BIDEN - Mast for Congress”
McHenry (R-NC-10) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “I was proud to vote for the #NDAA & support our troops. This bipartisan bill includes a pay raise for our troops, resources to combat the growing threat of China, & holds the Biden Admin accountable for its disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. House passes sweeping defense policy bill... | thehill.com”
Meijer (R-MI-3) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “It's unbelievably disappointing that @WHCOS wants to abandon Afghanistan to famine and ruin, not to mention the tens of thousands of allies we left behind. There is still time to do the right thing, but that hourglass is emptying fast… ⏳ Link to quoted tweetIt's been 100 days on the U.S. withdrawal from #Afghanistan . No one is talking about it anymore. Taliban? American who are stranded? Women of Afghanistan? Humanitarian support???? ”
Miller (R-IL-15) 12/09/2021: Twitter thread – “The NDAA included: ⚠️Federal COVID vaccine mandate that allows Biden to fire our troops ⚠️Critical Race Theory indoctrination of our troops ⚠️ZERO Accountability for Biden over Afghanistan (Who has been fired? Resigned?) Illinois' US Reps. Bost and Davis vote for national defense bill, Miller votes no... | bnd.com My constituents strongly oppose vaccine mandates and Critical Race Theory, and I will always uphold their values with every vote!”
Rosendale (R-MT-0) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “As we've seen in Missoula, the resettlement of tens of thousands of unvetted Afghan nationals in America poses a serious threat to the safety of our communities. Read my OpEd setting the record straight on the lies we were told about Afghan resettlement: Opinion: Afghan resettlement endangers our communities... | missoulian.com”
Rosendale (R-MT-0) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “An Afghan evacuee has been charged with raping an 18 year-old girl in my state. I will not compromise the safety of my constituents in the name of empathy. If you want to advocate for doing so, that's your prerogative. Link to quoted tweetWestchester is happy to welcome them home. ”
Stefanik (R-NY-21) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “We must have an objective and thorough examination of U.S. involvement in Afghanistan. I am proud that a number of my provisions with @RobWittman to establish an Afghanistan Commission are included in the final defense bill. Stefanik, Wittman Announce Progress on Establishing Afghanistan Commission... | stefanik.house.gov”
Stefanik (R-NY-21) 12/08/2021: Retweet of @RobWittman – “This commission is absolutely necessary to answer critical questions on our successes & failures in Afghanistan since 2001. Thank you, @RepStefanik for your partnership in ensuring this accountability. Those who served, their families & the American people deserve nothing less. Link to quoted tweet”
Upton (R-MI-6) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “🚨On Tuesday night, I voted for the FY 22 National Defense Authorization Act which received STRONG, BIPARTISAN support. This bill includes: ✅A pay raise for our troops ✅Resources to deter Chinese & Russian aggression ✅A commission to study the botched Afghanistan withdrawal”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “It's clear over-the-horizon capabilities are flawed and we now have far less intelligence in Afghanistan. As threats from ISIS-K, al-Qaeda & others continue to rise, we must have clearly defined counterterrorism plans in place to respond. Link to quoted tweet”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “The Afghan Taliban is made up of murderers, thugs, and terrorists who are aligned with al-Qaeda. ZERO aid should flow through Kabul as long as the Taliban is in power. There is no such thing as a “moderate” terrorist. Link to quoted tweet”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “We have 19 years of critical intelligence and operational data from our troops in Afghanistan. It's important that data is properly collected & searchable for future soldiers that may have to go back to deal with ISIS/Al-Qaeda. Link to quoted tweet”
Wittman (R-VA-1) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “This commission is absolutely necessary to answer critical questions on our successes & failures in Afghanistan since 2001. Thank you, @RepStefanik for your partnership in ensuring this accountability. Those who served, their families & the American people deserve nothing less. Link to quoted tweetWe must have an objective and thorough examination of U.S. involvement in Afghanistan. I am proud that a number of my provisions with @RobWittman to establish an Afghanistan Commission are included in the final defense bill. (Stefanik, Wittman Announce Progress on Establishing Afghanistan Commission)”
Cassidy (R-LA) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “Young girls in Afghanistan deserve to live free from Taliban oppression. The Biden administration needs a real plan to protect women's rights & human rights after ceding Afghanistan to the Taliban. Malala Yousafzai urges US to take action for Afghan women and girls... | thehill.com”
Cramer (R-ND) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “Grateful the Senate unanimously agreed to honor the 13 U.S. service members killed in Kabul with the Congressional Gold Medal. Their courage, bravery and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Senate Approves Congressional Gold Medals for Troops Killed in Kabul Airport Attack... | military.com”
Cruz (R-TX) 12/08/2021: Tweet – “America's adversaries were emboldened by President Biden's surrender to the Taliban. Russia threatening to invade Ukraine is no mistake, they took a measure of the man in the Oval Office. Link to video”
Cruz (R-TX) 12/08/2021: Retweet of @FoxNews – “Ted Cruz: Russian invasion of Ukraine would be Biden's fault after Afghanistan 'surrender' Ted Cruz: Russian invasion of Ukraine would be Biden's fault after Afghanistan 'surrender'... | foxnews.com”
Ernst (R-IA) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “My female Senate colleagues and I—all 24 of us—are urging Pres. Biden to protect the rights of Afghan women and girls. They cannot be ignored. Malala Yousafzai urges US to take action for Afghan women and girls... | thehill.com”
Graham (R-SC) 12/09/2021: Tweet – “At 12 Noon will be speaking in the Senate with Senators Blumenthal and Ernst about efforts to evacuate American citizens, lawful permanent residents, and at-risk Afghan allies who face significant, imminent danger if they remain in Afghanistan. WATCH: U.S. Senate: Floor Proceedings... | senate.gov”
Other - Middle East
Granger (R-TX-12) 12/09/2021: Twitter thread – “Welcome to Fort Worth, @MPMaterials! Rare earth magnets are essential for everything from military drones to electric cars. Their new AllianceTexas factory will create good jobs in North Texas and ensure America can produce these critical components here at home. MP Materials to Build U.S. Magnet Factory, Enters Long-Term Supply Agreement with General Motors... | businesswire.com”
Lamb (D-PA-17) 12/08/2021: Twitter thread – “Voted for $768B for defense — the price to start beating China. Let's talk about paying for it, like we did with BBB (less than $2T/decade vs $8T for defense) I'd vote for @RonWyden's Billionaire Tax, & propose a special fund for military & tech competition with China. THREAD: We've never faced a threat like China. They're far larger than us or Soviets ever were, & their theft of our tech has let them surpass us in key technologies like hypersonic missiles & AI, among others. They're constantly expanding & improving the reach of their military. (2/8) Because this is a new challenge, we need new investments to meet it. PA institutions like @NETL_DOE & @CarnegieMellon need new funding to invent, research & develop solutions to difficult problems in energy & cybersecurity, among others. (3/8) The military needs new tech platforms, new drones & ships & cyber capabilities. And because people win wars, we need to fund new training & retention programs to make sure we have the best & the brightest, & not everyone gets hired away to Silicon Valley. (4/8) For a sense of scale, we hope to soon pass the US Innovation & Competition Act, a $110B investment in the most important tech. The program is designed to target places like Pittsburgh & Philadelphia, more so than Silicon Valley. (5/8) Add that to our latest defense bill, which costs $200B above what we spent in 2015. These increases in spending quickly get to $500B, & the experts I've talked to consider this a bare minimum. (6/8) Now @RonWyden's Billionaire Tax comes in. Roughly 700 households would pay it, & many of them gained wealth during the pandemic by watching the market go up. Would generate ~$500B, close to the bare minimum we need for better tech & a more capable military than China. (7/8) Experts say that we're approaching a crossroads. China bets we take the path of inequality, division & weakness. If instead we match the strength of our most fortunate with the ingenuity of our scientists & soldiers, we win. We've done if before & we can do it again. (8/8)”
Lynch (D-MA-8) 12/09/2021: Twitter thread – “This week as Chairman of the @OversightDems National Security Subcommittee, I held a hearing to examine the worldwide threat posed by al Qaeda, ISIS and other foreign terrorist organizations. Examining the Worldwide Threat of al Qaeda, ISIS, and Other Foreign Terrorist Organizations... | youtube.com As terrorist threats to the United States continue to evolve so must our counter-terrorism approach, which will require a whole-of-government approach that develops international partnerships and quick-strike capabilities. Examining the Worldwide Threat of al Qaeda, ISIS, and Other Foreign Terrorist Organizations... | youtube.com I thank Christopher Landberg from the U.S. Department of State and Milancy Harris from the U.S. Department of Defense for their testimony to reassess and re-examine how best to maintain robust counter-terrorism capabilities. Examining the Worldwide Threat of al Qaeda, ISIS, and Other Foreign Terrorist Organizations... | youtube.com”