Last updated on Tue January 11, 2022 at 12:49 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Brown (D-OH) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “Wonderful news – Ramy Shaath is free. My office met several times with his family based near Cincinnati, and I worked with @RepRoKhanna to lead 50+ Congressional colleagues in a letter to President Al-Sisi urging Ramy's release. Wishing Ramy and his family a happy reunion. Link to quoted tweet"We, the family of Palestinian-Egyptian rights activist Ramy Shaath, are relieved and overjoyed to announce that Ramy is free after over 900 days of arbitrary detention and forced separation." Full statement from Ramy's family here: (Join the Global Solidarity Week With Ramy Shaath and Egyptian political prisoners — Ramy Shaath is Free... | freeramyshaath.com) (Link to twitter.com)”
Cornyn (R-TX) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “Congress launches bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus Link to jewishinsider.com”
Lankford (R-OK) 01/11/2022: Twitter thread – “It was a great day for peace when I joined President Trump at the White House and leaders from Israel, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates more than a year ago as they signed the historic Abraham Accords. I stand with Israel and for lasting peace in the Middle East, alongside my colleagues, as we launch the Abraham Accords Caucus. We will seek peace through expanding and encouraging the Accords and set the example for other nations who desire peace. US Lawmakers Launch Bipartisan Caucus to Promote Abraham Accords... | www1.cbn.com”
Long (R-MO-7) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @i24NEWS_EN – “Magnitude 6.6 earthquake hits #Cyprus, felt in #Israel 'You will never be ready (for an earthquake)... You need to continue working, getting trained and get prepared,' says Dr. Rami Hofstetter, a former senior researcher, Geophysical Institute of Israel Link to video”
Rodgers (R-WA-5) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “I am proud to announce that I will be leading the new Abraham Accords Caucus. This bipartisan, bicameral caucus will provide an opportunity for world leaders to come together in our common pursuit of creating a safer and more prosperous world for our children and grandchildren. Link to quoted tweetExclusive by @marcrod97: A group of eight House and Senate lawmakers will come together this week to launch the bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus, focused on supporting and promoting the normalization agreements between Israel and Arab states. (Congress launches bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus... | jewishinsider.com)”
Rosen (D-NV) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “Looking forward to co-chairing the bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus, which will support America's leadership role in fostering peace between Israel & its neighbors by strengthening existing partnerships & widening the circle of peace to new countries. Congress launches bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus... | jewishinsider.com”
Rosen (D-NV) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @AJCongress – “We strongly applaud the launch of the bipartisan and bicameral Abraham Accords Caucus. This essential caucus will strengthen the normalization agreements achieved between Israel and multiple Arab states. @J_Insider Congress launches bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus... | jewishinsider.com”
Rosen (D-NV) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @SenatorLankford @SenJackyRosen @SenJoniErnst @SenBooker @cathymcmorris @RepDavidTrone @RepAnnWagner @RepSchneider for coming together to strengthen & expand the #AbrahamAccords. Peace is only possible by engaging with Israel, rather than boycotting our ally. #ANewEra Link to quoted tweet”
Rosen (D-NV) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @AJCGlobal – “We commend @SenatorLankford, @SenJackyRosen, @SenJoniErnst, @SenBooker, @CathyMcMorris, @RepDavidTrone, @RepAnnWagner, and @RepSchneider for this worthy bipartisan initiative. Sustained U.S. leadership will be key to deepening the ties between Israel and its regional partners. Link to quoted tweet”
Rosen (D-NV) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @ACMideast – “🚨We are pleased to welcome the launch of the Bicameral Abraham Accords Caucus chaired by @jameslankford, @SenJackyRosen, @joniernst, & @CoryBooker, & Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), David Trone (D-MD), Ann Wagner (R-MO) & Brad Schneider (D-IL).”
Schneider (D-IL-10) 01/10/2022: Twitter thread – “The Abraham Accords have already made historic progress in changing the dynamic of the entire Middle East, and hold the hope for more steps towards regional peace. I am proud to be a founding member and co-chair of the bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus. Congress launches bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus... | jewishinsider.com The caucus will further Congress's work toward ensuring a secure, Jewish and democratic Israel living side by side with a Palestinian state – with peace, security and prosperity for both peoples. I thank @SenatorLankford, @SenJackyRosen, @SenJoniErnst, and @SenBooker and @cathymcmorris, @RepDavidTrone @RepAnnWagner for their partnership in forming this caucus.”
Schneider (D-IL-10) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @Peace_Accords – “Congratulations to the caucus @SenatorLankford @SenBooker, @SenJoniErnst, @SenJackyRosen, @TeamCMR, @RepDavidTrone, @Schneider4IL10, @RepAnnWagner, joining @rutilande, @OfirAkunis in Israel! Link to quoted tweet”
Trone (D-MD-6) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @AJCongress – “We strongly applaud the launch of the bipartisan and bicameral Abraham Accords Caucus. This essential caucus will strengthen the normalization agreements achieved between Israel and multiple Arab states. @J_Insider Congress launches bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus... | jewishinsider.com”
Wagner (R-MO-2) 01/10/2022: Twitter thread – “RELEASE: Wagner, Colleagues Launch Abraham Accords Caucus Wagner, Colleagues Launch Abraham Accords Caucus... | wagner.house.gov The Abraham Accords Caucus is an incredibly important initiative that will bolster the United States' commitment to peace in the Middle East. This caucus will build on the achievements of the Abraham Accords and promote stability in the region, counteract destructive regimes, and help maintain robust working relationships between our Israeli and Arab partners.”
Apartheid
Bass (D-CA-37) 01/10/2022: Twitter thread – “Sidney Poitier was an activist both on screen and off, who opened doors with grace and humility for so many to follow. His thumbprint remains on much of Hollywood but also on much of this country through his fight for racial justice and civil rights. 1/ Link to image His efforts were both domestic and international including fighting against apartheid in South Africa and to free Nelson Mandela. His courageous contributions to our society endure and we are better for them. 2/2”
Iran
Blumenthal (D-CT) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “Today marks 4 years since CT constituent Morad Tahbaz, a groundbreaking conservationist, was wrongfully detained & imprisoned in Iran. Gravely ill with cancer & denied basic human rights & a fair trial, bringing him home is long overdue. #FreeMorad Link to quoted tweetFor 4 years the Iranian government has held Morad Tahbaz - a UK and US citizen - in Evin Prison. Morad is a father, an environmentalist, and a cancer victim. Iran should release him, the Namazis, Emad Shargi, and Morad's fellow UK citizens immediately. (Link to twitter.com)”
Fallon (R-TX-4) 01/05/2022: GETTR Post – “Rules for thee, but not for me. This is unacceptable — Congress deserves to know exactly what this Administration is doing in Iran.”
Franklin (R-FL-15) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “Iran's illegal oil shipments to China skyrocketed by 40% in 2021 because of @POTUS's lax enforcement of sanctions. Enforcement is critical to preventing the regime from paying off its terror proxies and engaging in uranium enrichment. Illegal Iranian Oil Shipments to China Skyrocketed in 2021... | freebeacon.com”
Himes (D-CT-4) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “The continued imprisonment of Morad Tahbaz is brutal and inhumane. It is long past time for his release. Link to quoted tweetFor 4 years the Iranian government has held Morad Tahbaz - a UK and US citizen - in Evin Prison. Morad is a father, an environmentalist, and a cancer victim. Iran should release him, the Namazis, Emad Shargi, and Morad's fellow UK citizens immediately. (Link to twitter.com)”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “LR @RepMcCaul “Iran's threats against US citizens are absolutely unacceptable. We have a sacred duty to protect our citizens. While I appreciate the Biden Admin's statement, they must do more to deter threats against all Americans, including the 51 threatened by #Iran this week.””
Van Hollen (D-MD) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @USEnvoyIran – “For 4 years the Iranian government has held Morad Tahbaz - a UK and US citizen - in Evin Prison. Morad is a father, an environmentalist, and a cancer victim. Iran should release him, the Namazis, Emad Shargi, and Morad's fellow UK citizens immediately. Link to image”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “As our country faces threats from Afghanistan, Iran, the #CCP, Russia, North Korea, & others, it's critical we're always ready. Honored to serve as Ranking Member of the @HASCRepublicans Readiness Subcommittee with oversight of our military's training, logistics & more. Link to quoted tweetToday, Rep. Waltz was named Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Readiness within the House Armed Services Committee. ⬇️ Read more: (Waltz Named Ranking Member of Armed Services Subcommittee... | waltz.house.gov) (Link to twitter.com)”
Egypt
Khanna (D-CA-17) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @SenSherrodBrown – “Wonderful news – Ramy Shaath is free. My office met several times with his family based near Cincinnati, and I worked with @RepRoKhanna to lead 50+ Congressional colleagues in a letter to President Al-Sisi urging Ramy's release. Wishing Ramy and his family a happy reunion. Link to quoted tweet”
Saudi Arabia
Wexton (D-VA-10) 01/11/2022: Tweet – “I'm deeply concerned by reports that Saudi Arabia is preparing to deport two Uyghurs back to China where they are at risk of arbitrary detention and torture. The Saudi government should immediately clarify the status of these detainees. Link to quoted tweet🆘🆘🆘🆘🆘🇸🇦: Imminent Deportation of #Uyghur Detainees, appalling collaboration w 🇨🇳(Saudi Arabia: Imminent Deportation of Uyghur Detainees... | hrw.org)”
Iraq
Crapo (R-ID) 01/10/2022: Twitter thread – “On this #MilitaryMonday, I honor retired @USArmy Veteran Ramiro Hernandez, who served in the Army as a Combat Engineer Paratrooper for 4 years and in the Idaho National Guard in chemical reconnaissance and as a combat medic for 16 years. Link to image Mr. Hernandez had the chance on his 2nd deployment to Iraq to serve as part of the Personal Security Detail for dignitaries/celebs, including Sen. John McCain. Thank you, veteran Hernandez, for your dedication to defend the freedoms that make this nation the greatest on earth. Link to image”
Omar (D-MN-5) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “The cruelty of these documented crimes against humanity is abhorrent, yet no one has or will ever face serious charges. That has to change. Link to quoted tweet"The war in Iraq is over..and yet Guantanamo still remains open..a permanent stain on our conscience and perhaps the most stark reminder of the failure and horror of our 'War on Terror'" I made a short film to mark 20 years of Gitmo - please watch/share: (Link to twitter.com)”
Horn of Africa
Cardin (D-MD) 01/11/2022: Twitter thread – “I welcome the GoEthiopia's promised to release political prisoners and to launch a national dialogue. It is lamentable that their blockage and airstrikes continues to impede the delivery of humanitarian assistance into #Tigray. I urge all parties to cease hostilities and engage in meaningful dialogue to bring an end to this devastating conflict.”
Coons (D-DE) 01/10/2022: Twitter thread – “I welcome steps taken by the government of Ethiopia to release several prominent political prisoners & begin a process for political reconciliation. Bolder action is needed to move Ethiopia forward through a truly inclusive national dialogue, including peace talks with the TPLF. Relentless air strikes—including the attack on a refugee & internal displacement camp that killed 56—send the wrong signal. As do other measures preventing food & other lifesaving supplies from reaching Tigray. I hope to see @AbiyAhmedAli build on recent actions toward peace.”
Levin (D-MI-9) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “I'm horrified that a government airstrike killed at least 56 people in a camp for those who have already been displaced by conflict. I echo the @StateDept's calls for an immediate end to hostilities and start to an inclusive national dialogue. Aid workers say Ethiopia air strike in northwest Tigray killed 56 people | Reuters”
Meeks (D-NY-5) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: Encouraged to hear @POTUS & @AbiyAhmedAli today discussed the path to peace in Ethiopia & strengthening US-Ethiopia ties I strongly urge all parties to seize this opportunity to establish lasting peace for the sake of Ethiopia's people Readout of President Biden's Call with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia | The White House”
Menendez (D-NJ) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “It's time that all parties to the conflict in Ethiopia: ☑️Agree to unfettered humanitarian access ☑️Bring human rights abusers to book ☑️Engage in inclusive dialogue for genuine democratic transition A credible path to peace must include all Ethiopians. Link to quoted tweetBiden raises concerns over air strikes in call with Ethiopia's Abiy (Biden raises concerns over air strikes in call with Ethiopia's Abiy... | reut.rs) (Link to twitter.com)”
Omar (D-MN-5) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “Finally, we now have the election process agreed to by all parties and there is a deadline set, let's get it done for the betterment of Somalia. Inshallah Kheyr. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Somalia President @M_Farmaajo welcomes election agreement by prime minister @MohamedHRoble and regional leaders, says it was a “pleasant result” that secures completion of the election. In a reconciliatory tone, @M_Farmaajo said the country doesn't need hostility.”
Risch (R-ID) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “Given the devastation of #Ethiopia's war & its impact on the US-Ethiopia relationship, today's call between Biden & Abiy is long-overdue but welcome. What happens next is what matters: Abiy should cease hostilities, release aid & advance political dialogue.Risch on Biden Call with PM Abiy: What Matters is What Happens Next | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Jones (D-NY-17) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @ADL_NYNJ – “"We must re-double our efforts to eradicate antisemitism in all its pernicious forms...No one should have to feel afraid to be Jewish in their homes, on their jobs, or places of worship." Thank you @RepMondaire for standing up to antisemitism and hate. Link to image”
Jones (D-NY-17) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @FeinerRivkie – “.@RepMondaire spoke passionately about representing one of the largest Jewish communities in the US and he will continue to fight all #antisemitism and #hate. He also described the commonalities between the #Jewish and #Black communities. Thank you!”
Jones (D-NY-17) 01/11/2022: Tweet – “Two years after the horrific antisemitic attack in Monsey, I joined @ADL_NYNJ in honoring the life of Josef Neumann. As the proud representative of one of the most vibrant Jewish communities in the world, I will always stand up against antisemitism.”
Pressley (D-MA-7) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “For the past 2 yrs @alexjgoldstein labored in love to create space for our shared humanity & grief. These antisemitic attacks are unacceptable. Today, like many times before, I plan to uplift posts from @FacesOfCOVID. I hope you'll join me in doing the same. Love is greater. Link to quoted tweetThese have continued throughout the day & I'm now receiving openly antisemitic (figured it was only a matter of time --surprised it took this long), fake submissions so I'm shutting down the submission form. If you'd like to submit a story to @FacesOfCOVID, please DM me directly. (Link to twitter.com)”
Pressley (D-MA-7) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @rweingarten – “There are no two sides to the holocaust and there are no two sides to slavery.. the holocaust was genocide, and slavery is always wrongful brutality. We need to be a nation that teaches this. Period. Scott Baldwin, Republican Indiana state senator, said teachers should be impartial on Nazism - The Washington Post”
Afghanistan
Donalds (R-FL-19) 01/10/2022: In reply to TweetJanuary 6, 2021 made it clear: there is a dagger at the throat of our democracy. Tomorrow, I'm headed to Atlanta where I will discuss the road ahead in our fight for voting rights. – “@POTUS Link to quoted tweetJoe Biden is a horrible president for America. His failure is wide and complete. COVID-19 Afghanistan Inflation Illegal Immigration The economy Public Safety So he wants to talk about the dagger on the throat of democracy?!?! He is the dagger!”
Feinstein (D-CA) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @lawfareblog – “With the departure of US and coalition forces from Afghanistan earlier this year, the US ended the central front of its longest war. However, one relic remains: The indefinite detention of presumed combatants at Guantanamo Bay. From @DianneFeinstein: Link to lawfareblog.com”
Feinstein (D-CA) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @BrookingsGov – “"Ending the failed experiment of detention at Guantanamo Bay won't be easy," writes @SenFeinstein. "But now that the U.S.'s war in Afghanistan is over, it's time to shut the doors on Guantanamo once and for all." [@lawfareblog] Link to bit.ly”
Gaetz (R-FL-1) 01/11/2022: Tweet – “Biden Infrastructure 👇 Link to quoted tweetThe White House will provide an additional $308 million in humanitarian aid for Afghanistan (Link to twitter.com)”
Gallego (D-AZ-7) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @PaulSzoldra – “Keeping the Generals Out of the Afghanistan Investigation Is a Great Idea Keeping the Generals Out of the Afghanistan Investigation Is a Great Idea... | military.com”
García (D-IL-4) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @USProgressives – “Last month, four dozen House members called on the Biden administration to urgently modify U.S. policy regarding economic sanctions and freeze of Afghanistan's foreign reserves, which are contributing to this imminent mass starvation. We must reverse course before it's too late. Link to quoted tweet”
Hawley (R-MO) 01/11/2022: Tweet – “Senator Hawley calls out the “Biden Administration for normalizing its historic failures in the Afghanistan withdrawal – including its failure to implement standard in-person vetting of more than 80,000 Afghan refugees.” Hawley Demands DOS and DHS Rescind New Policies Eliminating In-Person Interviews for Visa Applicants... | hawley.senate.gov”
Hice (R-GA-10) 01/05/2022: GETTR Post – “Joe said he would shut down the virus ➡️ HE LIED. Joe said he would leave no one behind in Afghanistan ➡️ HE LIED. Joe said the border crisis was “seasonal” ➡️ HE LIED.”
Hice (R-GA-10) 01/10/2022: GETTR Post – “It's been 133 days since Biden pulled troops out of Afghanistan... and nobody has been held accountable for leaving Americans and Afghan allies behind.”
Khanna (D-CA-17) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @JStein_WaPo – “This story really has not broken through but, again, ****23 million of 39 million**** Afghans already do not have enough food to eat, per aid groups The US has choked off much international aid while effectively seizing the country's government assets As Afghanistan's harsh winter sets in, many are forced to choose between food and warmth... | washingtonpost.com”
Long (R-MO-7) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @Breaking911 – “BREAKING: Biden administration pledges $308M in ‘humanitarian assistance' to Afghanistan Link to image”
Mast (R-FL-18) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “We need to get them out. Joe Biden is doing nothing to get it done. GOP Rep. Mast: Biden 'Is Doing Nothing' to Get Afghan Commandos out... | breitbart.com”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @susancrabtree – “Imp. 🧵@PhilipWegmann presses WH on stated commitment to stranded Afghan women ldrs. @PressSec in Dec. said Biden admin is "absolutely" committed to them. But Catch 22 policy is they can't start refugee application process until they r OUT of cntry + USG is not helping them leave”
Meeks (D-NY-5) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: If the Taliban want to show the world it has changed, it must stop intimidating and harassing its critics. The Taliban's arrest of Professor Jalal is just the most recent example of this intimidation. #FreeProfessorJalal Afghanistan: The Taliban must immediately release Professor Faizullah Jalal... | amnesty.org”
Meijer (R-MI-3) 01/10/2022: Retweet of @RepMeijer – ““I was in the Roosevelt Room with @POTUS last week and you know what he said? ‘Afghanistan? Is that still going on?'” cc @WHCOS @SecBlinken Link to video”
Murphy (D-CT) 01/11/2022: Tweet – “This is the right call. The Afghan people are starving, and while blame lies with the Taliban, as a moral and just nation we should not stand by and let people die. More is necessary, but this is a good step. Link to quoted tweetToday the U.S. announced $308 million in new humanitarian assistance for the people of Afghanistan and a million new COVID vaccine doses provided through #COVAX (totaling 4.3M doses). We remain the single largest donor of humanitarian aid in Afghanistan. (Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on the United States Providing Additional Humanitarian Assistance to the People of Afghanistan | The White House)”
Murphy (D-CT) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @jchaltiwanger – “INBOX: Sen. @ChrisMurphyCT statement on humanitarian aid to Afghanistan Link to image”
Murphy (R-NC-3) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “It has been 133 days since President Biden's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan and there are STILL Americans and trusted allies trapped behind enemy lines. My office has aided in the evacuation of over 100 people since August, but the mission is far from over.”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 01/11/2022: Retweet of @johnondrasik – “Thank You @PearlJam and @tmorello for shining the light on the humanitarian catastrophe in Afghanistan! Link to quoted tweet”
Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12) 01/10/2022: Tweet – “While I support the President's decision to end the longest war in U.S. history, we cannot leave millions to starve. The Afghan people have endured more than two decades of death and devastation. It's our moral imperative to take action to prevent more suffering. Link to quoted tweetLast month, four dozen House members called on the Biden administration to urgently modify U.S. policy regarding economic sanctions and freeze of Afghanistan's foreign reserves, which are contributing to this imminent mass starvation. We must reverse course before it's too late. (Link to twitter.com)”
Wicker (R-MS) 01/11/2022: Tweet – “President Biden's foreign policy blunders, especially in Afghanistan, have weakened America's standing in the world. It is, therefore, all the more important that Congress provide our military with the tools it needs to counter our adversaries.”