Members on the Record (Automated) for Wed January 19, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “For the 117th Congress, @RepCuellar and I will be co-leading the Congressional Caucus for the Advancement of Torah Values. We're committed to combating anti-Israel bigotry and protecting the Jewish community's values and right to worship freely. DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS INAUGURATE THE CONGRESSIONAL CAUCUS FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF TORAH VALUES... | ow.ly   Link to image”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @ProIsraelAm – “Our thoughts remain with the survivors of this past weekend's horrifying hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Texas. Hate has no place in our country. We must combat the growing number of antisemitic incidents across the United States. A dispatch from Colleyville following the Beth Israel hostage crisis... | jewishinsider.com”

Beyer (D-VA-8) 01/19/2022: Retweet of @SecBlinken – “We stand in solidarity with Congregation Beth Israel and the entire Jewish community in striving for a day when attending a synagogue need not be an act of courage. Working with the international community, we will continue to lead the fight against antisemitism.”

Bilirakis (R-FL-12) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “After giving its blessing to Russia's Nord Stream 2 pipeline in Europe, the Administration just announced it will no longer support the Eastern Mediterranean pipeline, a joint initiative between key allies: Greece, Cyprus and Israel- Simply outrageous! US informs Israel it no longer supports EastMed pipeline to Europe - The Jerusalem Post”

Dingell (D-MI-12) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Hatred should have no home here – not in Ann Arbor, not in any corner of this country. I encourage the Ann Arbor City Council to support the resolution condemning antisemitism, supporting the Beth Israel Congregation, and rejecting hatred in our community.”

Espaillat (D-NY-13) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @AJCGlobal – “Leaders of the Latino Jewish Caucus have issued a forceful condemnation of Saturday's Beth Israel synagogue attack. Thank you, @RepDWStweets, @MarioDB, @RepEspaillat, and @HerreraBeutler, for standing with us against antisemitism and echoing our call for a national action plan. Link to image”

Larson (D-CT-1) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “It is good to know members of Congregation Beth Israel are safe, and my thoughts are with the Colleyville community during this time. Hate has no place anywhere. Texas synagogue hostage-taker demands release of Aafia Siddiqui; 1 hostage released... | amp.usatoday.com”

Long (R-MO-7) 01/19/2022: Retweet of @HananyaNaftali – “This is not Europe, it's Israel's Mount Hermon! ❄️⛄️ Link to video”

Omar (D-MN-5) 01/19/2022: Retweet of @dylanotes – “The forcible eviction of this Palestinian family from their home in occupied East Jerusalem is a violation of human rights and international law If US defense equipment is being used, it's also a violation of US law The US government must forcefully condemn this provocative act Link to quoted tweet”

Paul (R-KY) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Wow! A govt doctor admits vaccine passports useless and shutting down schools a mistake. Will Dr. Fauci ever admit he was wrong? Israeli vaccine chief: “We have made mistakes”... | unherd.com”

Portman (R-OH) 01/18/2022: Twitter thread – “Saturday's hostage situation at the Congregation Beth Israel synagogue should serve as a wake-up call. The Senate must pass my bipartisan Pray Safe Act to ensure that faith-based orgs & houses of worship have the resources & training they need to protect their facilities. While no one should ever feel unsafe to pray or attend their house of worship, I'm glad that Congregation Beth Israel has participated in numerous security training courses, which Rabbi Cytron-Walker credits for providing the hostages lifesaving knowledge. The Senate must pass my bipartisan Pray Safe Act to create a centralized place for houses of worship and faith-based institutions to go to for security best practices, resources, and trainings—like the trainings received by Congregation Beth Israel. The Pray Safe Act will also provide information on how houses of worship can access info on federal resources and grant programs that will improve their safety and security. It's time for the Pray Safe Act to be brought to the Senate floor for a vote so we can better protect our Jewish communities.”

Rosen (D-NV) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @AJCGlobal – “We thank the leaders of the Black Jewish Caucus—@RepLawrence, @RepLeeZeldin, @RepDWStweets, @SenJackyRosen, @SenatorTimScott, and @SenBooker—for standing with the Jewish community after Saturday's attack. We are proud to have strong, bipartisan support from allies in Congress. Link to image”

Ruppersberger (D-MD-2) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Thank you to the heroic federal, state + local law enforcement officers who safely freed hostages at Beth Israel Congregation. While we still have much to learn about this attack, one thing is clear: we must do everything we can to combat rising hatred + antisemitism in the US.”

Scott (R-FL) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Iran is our adversary & can't be trusted, but Biden has only shown weak appeasement. It's time the Senate passes my resolution to oppose re-joining the failed Iran deal & make clear we won't allow Biden to jeopardize our national security, U.S. interests & our allies like Israel. Link to quoted tweetPresident Biden's attempt to revive the Iran nuclear deal faces a big problem. Tehran wants the U.S. to legally commit to never abandon the deal again, a promise the White House says it can't make. (Iran Demands Legal Pledge That U.S. Won't Quit Nuclear Deal Again - WSJ)”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 01/19/2022: Retweet of @GabbyGiffords – “What if it was my synagogue? Like many Jews across the country, I asked myself that question after the deadly shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue. Now, we ask it again after the armed attack on the Congregation Beth Israel synagogue this weekend in Colleyville, Texas.”

Tenney (R-NY-22) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “First, Biden gifts a pipeline to Putin. Now, he is abandoning Greek and Israeli interests by backing out of the #EastMed pipeline. Another win for our adversaries and a loss for our allies. Pathetic!”

Zeldin (R-NY-1) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Antisemitism in & around NYC continues to reach new lows. The victims here were little kids. If anyone recognizes this woman, DM @NYPDTips or call 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). There are also MANY electeds in Albany & NYC who need to step up big time & start protecting innocent NYers. Link to quoted tweetOn 1/14/22, at approx. 12:35 PM, in front of 4017 Avenue P, @NYPD63Pct, a female approached an 8-year-old male along with two other children, made anti-Jewish statements and then spat on the child and fled on foot. Info? Please DM us or @NYPDTips or☎️1-800-577-TIPS (8477). (Link to twitter.com)”

Syria

Risch (R-ID) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “#AustinTice, an American journalist, has been held captive in #Syria for nearly a decade. It's imperative that we bring him home safely, and I encourage the Biden Admin to continue fighting for his release. Risch, Cornyn, Leahy, Menendez Call on Biden Administration to Keep Fighting For Austin Tice | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”

Iran

Bacon (R-NE-2) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “I condemn the terrorist attack against our friends in #UAE. These attacks have escalated since POTUS removed the Iran-backed Houthis from the Foreign Terrorist Organization list. We must re-list the Houthis as a #FTO & stop Iran from sending arms to Yemen. UAE says suspects drones behind Abu Dhabi fires, Yemen's Houthis claim attack... | ow.ly”

Cheney (R-WY-0) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “We must increase our maximum pressure campaign on Iran and fully enforce our existing sanctions to stop their dangerous nuclear advancements. I joined my colleagues urging @SecBlinken to immediately withdraw from talks in Vienna to return to the failed Iran Nuclear Deal: Link to image”

Cline (R-VA-6) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Iran is officially deemed a state sponsor of terror, and the US must increase pressure on Tehran to stop its dangerous nuclear advancements. My colleagues and I urged Secretary Blinken to withdraw from the Vienna talks and instead strongly enforce existing sanctions against Iran. Link to image”

Cruz (R-TX) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Biden can't provide the Ayatollah those guarantees. They are feverishly working on a catastrophic new deal that'll leave Iran's nuclear program intact while pouring billions into the regime. Unless it's a Senate-ratified treaty, it will be torn up on Day 1 of the next GOP admin. Link to quoted tweetPresident Biden's attempt to revive the Iran nuclear deal faces a big problem. Tehran wants the U.S. to legally commit to never abandon the deal again, a promise the White House says it can't make. (Iran Demands Legal Pledge That U.S. Won't Quit Nuclear Deal Again - WSJ)”

Deutch (D-FL-22) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “I join in condemning the recent terror attack in Abu Dhabi. The Houthis must be held accountable by the intl community, while we work to end the conflict in Yemen. We must continue to work together with Gulf partners to stop Iranian-backed terror. White House 'strongly condemns' attack in UAE capital... | thehill.com”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “The nuclear negotiations with Iran must stop immediately.”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “As our adversaries unite, you'd think America would focus on deterring them. Before it is too late, our attitude needs to shift. Link to quoted tweetRussia's Pacific Fleet announces today that the Russian, Iranian and Chinese navies will hold joint naval exercises”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Russia, China, and Iran have announced they will be holding joint naval exercises together. Let me be clear – this is direct result of this Administration's weakness on the world stage.”

Huizenga (R-MI-2) 01/19/2022: Retweet of @politicalelle – “From a deterrence standpoint, rogue states don't fear Biden. He can't command attention or intimidate because he seems out of it a great deal of the time, and his foreign policy initiatives are disorganized, nonexistent, or simply sloppy. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Iran.”

Marshall (R-KS) 01/18/2022: GETTR Repost of @warroom – “"This is like the United States doing nuclear research with Iran and hoping they don't use it on us." -Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS), @rogermarshallmd”

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Last February, President Biden removed the terrorist designation from the Iranian-backed Houthi militia. Now, they have attacked Abu Dhabi's airport and critical oil infrastructure. The US should absolutely not lift sanctions on Tehran. Houthis Fired Drones and Missiles in Abu Dhabi Attack, Investigation Finds... | wsj.com”

Sessions (R-TX-17) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Always a pleasure joining @newsmax, especially when accompanied by the great @RepChuck! 🇺🇸 Link to quoted tweetIt was a pleasure to join @newsmax's The Saturday Agenda this weekend with my friend and colleague @PeteSessions to discuss Democrats' attempt to federalize elections, national security threat from Iran, and more! I hope you can take the time to watch. ⬇️ (Tennessee Republican Congressman Chuck Fleischmann Joins Newsmax's The Saturday Agenda... | youtu.be)”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “The Houthis are launching Iranian provided drones on the UAE after they attacked our embassy in Nov & saw ZERO consequences. The Biden Admin dropped them from the terrorist list. Any deal with Iran must include its support of terrorism & hostage taking, not just nuclear weapons. Link to video”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “The Houthis have only escalated their attacks since the Biden Admin took them off the terrorist list. They've attacked our embassy in Yemen and now our allies, the UAE, all with the support of Iran at the same time US negotiators are pleading with Iran to re-enter the Iran Deal. Link to video”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 01/18/2022: Twitter thread – “The Houthi terrorists in Yemen, fueled and armed by the Iranian regime and its dangerous ideology, committed a terrorist attack in Abu Dhabi, killing innocent people. The Biden Administration's lack of action in addressing Iran's exportation of terrorism and missiles (1/2) reveals how singularly focused it is on begging Iran to return to a nuclear deal that it never adhered to in the first place. We stand with the United Arab Emirates and other partners in the region who are committed to working toward peace and stability. (2/2)”

Libya

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @JoelMartinRubin – “.@POTUS makes it crystal clear that the antisemitic attack in Colleyville was an act of terror. Predictably, Kevin McCarthy ignores this fact & pushes Benghazi-like false narratives about Biden's view. Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me. Link to quoted tweet”

United Arab Emirates

Meeks (D-NY-5) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks I strongly condemn the recent Houthi drone attack on the UAE. Attacks on civilian areas represent flagrant violations of international law; this escalation makes achieving lasting peace for Yemen even more difficult. Yemen's Houthi Militia Claims Rare Military Strike on U.A.E.... | nytimes.com”

Horn of Africa

Booker (D-NJ) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “I continue to be concerned by the humanitarian crisis and violence in Ethiopia, and I welcome any efforts toward peacefully resolving conflicts throughout the country. Booker Statement on Recent Developments in Ethiopia | U.S. Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey”

Long (R-MO-7) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @ConvoyofHope – “When Sima's husband and son were diagnosed with chronic illnesses, hope seemed lost. But then she joined Convoy of Hope's #Women's Empowerment program, where she found community, learned new skills, and opened her own business! Read Sima's story at Sima’s Story: From a Nightmare to a Dream, Ethiopia | convoyofhope.org. Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Bacon (R-NE-2) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @RepCuellar – “I look forward to working with @RepDonBacon as the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Caucus for the Advancement of Torah Values. We will protect Torah values and freedom of religion, while fighting antisemitism and hatred. The inauguration of the caucus The Inauguration of the Congressional Caucus for the Advancement of Torah Values - Highlight Reel on Vimeo”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @JGreenblattADL – “This morning, I spoke with @KateBolduan to discuss the problem of rising #antisemitism in America and how we saw that in #Colleyville. Everyone has a responsibility to combat the spread of hate and violence. To watch the full clip: Jonathan Greenblatt Discusses Security for Houses of Worship following Colleyville Hostage Crisis... | youtube.com”

Barr (R-KY-6) 01/18/2022: Twitter thread – “The media wants to whitewash this, but here are the facts: a radical Islamic terrorist motivated by an extremist ideology held multiple people at gun point at a Synogague in Texas over the weekend. Texas synagogue hostage suspect was banned from UK court over 'threatening' 9/11 outburst: report... | foxnews.com The heroic actions of Rabbi Charlie ensured hostages escaped safely. It is disturbing that the @FBI didn't immediately label this attack for what it clearly was—antisemitism. I will continue to stand with Jewish community against antisemitism.”

Coons (D-DE) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Houses of worship must remain free for people to practice their faith. Saturday's hostage taking and 11 hour standoff at a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas is only the latest case in a disturbing trend. I remain deeply concerned by the antisemitism behind this attack and others.”

Cuellar (D-TX-28) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “I look forward to working with @RepDonBacon as the Co-Chairman of the Congressional Caucus for the Advancement of Torah Values. We will protect Torah values and freedom of religion, while fighting antisemitism and hatred. The inauguration of the caucus The Inauguration of the Congressional Caucus for the Advancement of Torah Values - Highlight Reel on Vimeo”

Doggett (D-TX-35) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Further reports of persecution. These extremists have more in common with Muslim extremists and Buddhist extremists and Jewish extremists and Christians extremists than with the tradition of diversity upon which the world's largest democracy was founded. As Hindu Extremists Call for Killing of Muslims, India's Leaders Keep Silent... | nytimes.com”

Estes (R-KS-4) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “.@GOPLeader is right to ask, "Why did the FBI initially disregard the role anti-Semitism played in this hostage situation?" As details emerge about the appalling attack in Texas, it's critical we stand against anti-Semitism and unequivocally denounce this act of terrorism. Link to quoted tweetIn 48 hrs, Biden's Justice Department has gone from denying the clear and religious, anti-Semitic implications of the synagogue attack in Texas to now backtracking on what we all already knew to be true. I have more questions that must be answered: (Leader McCarthy's Statement on the Texas Synagogue Hostage Investigation - House Republican Leader)”

Hawley (R-MO) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Following Synagogue Attack, Senator Hawley Demands Explanation for How Islamic Terrorist Entered Country Following Synagogue Attack, Hawley Demands Explanation for How Islamic Terrorist Entered Country... | hawley.senate.gov”

Hawley (R-MO) 01/19/2022: Tweet – ““I write with alarm over reports that the Islamic terrorist who took hostages at a Jewish synagogue in Texas this past weekend was granted a travel visa, despite his long criminal record and series of red flags,” wrote Sen. Hawley Following Synagogue Attack, Hawley Demands Explanation for How Islamic Terrorist Entered Country... | hawley.senate.gov”

Hawley (R-MO) 01/19/2022: Tweet – ““About this Islamic terrorist who attacked the Jewish synagogue – was he given an interview when he entered the US…or did the Biden team just wave him in, as they have thousands of others?,” asked Senator Hawley. Texas synagogue hostage taker Malik Faisal Akram's past raises questions about how he was allowed into US... | foxnews.com”

Houlahan (D-PA-6) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Born Jewish in WWII Europe, my dad celebrated what we think was his 80th birthday last weekend. And, while we celebrated my father's life, a gunman entered a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas. I shared my full reflections w/ @PhillyInquirer, find them HERE: Rep. Houlahan: My father survived the Holocaust by a miracle. It shouldn't take a miracle to be Jewish and alive. | Opinion   Link to image”

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Again, we are faced with the tragedy and fear from an antisemitic hate crime. There were more than 2,100 acts of antisemitic violence last year, an increase of 12% over the previous year. That's why I introduced my Hate Crimes Commission Act. Texas hostage crisis renews fears of increasing antisemitism in US... | theguardian.com”

Latta (R-OH-5) 01/18/2022: Twitter thread – “The heinous, anti-Semitic attack that occurred at the #ColleyvilleSynagogue over the weekend must be condemned at every turn. I am grateful all of the hostages are alive & safe. Thank you to @ColleyvillePD, @FBI & @TxDPS who quickly responded to the scene. SWAT team involved in incident at synagogue in Colleyville, Texas... | nbcnews.com In 2017, I urged DOJ and the FBI to review anti-Semitic incidences at Jewish Community Centers in Ohio to assess and prevent threats. With anti-Semitism on the rise, it's critical that we remain vigilant to protect JCC's and Synagogues from violence. Letter from Latta, Fudge calls on administration to combat anti-Semitic acts... | sent-trib.com”

Levin (D-MI-9) 01/18/2022: Tweet – ““Andy always stands up for what is right. He's a constant ally to women in a world where misogyny is ever more rampant. He is incredibly authentic and lives his Jewish values of fighting for justice, for equality, and for a livable planet.” - Lori Goldman, Founder, Fems for Dems Link to image”

Long (R-MO-7) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @RepLeeZeldin – “Antisemitism in & around NYC continues to reach new lows. The victims here were little kids. If anyone recognizes this woman, DM @NYPDTips or call 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). There are also MANY electeds in Albany & NYC who need to step up big time & start protecting innocent NYers. Link to quoted tweet”

Long (R-MO-7) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @JackPosobiec – “BREAKING: Psaki admits the intel community and FBI let a known jihadist into the US before he attacked a synagogue BREAKING: Psaki says government had no 'derogatory information' on Texas synagogue terrorist before he entered US... | thepostmillennial.com”

Long (R-MO-7) 01/19/2022: Retweet of @TulsiGabbard – “Instead of trying to be “woke”/politically correct and targeting parents who care about what schools are teaching their children, the FBI/Dept of Homeland Security should focus on actual threats like the jihadist who terrorized the Texas synagogue.”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 01/18/2022: Twitter thread – “In 48 hrs, Biden's Justice Department has gone from denying the clear and religious, anti-Semitic implications of the synagogue attack in Texas to now backtracking on what we all already knew to be true. I have more questions that must be answered: Leader McCarthy's Statement on the Texas Synagogue Hostage Investigation - House Republican Leader - Why were Biden officials downplaying terrorist attacks within our borders? - Why did the FBI initially disregard the role anti-Semitism played in this hostage situation? - What national security concerns remain? - What indications were missed in the lead-up to this attack because resources were redirected to other areas? - How was it that someone with an apparent criminal record and suspicious travel history was allowed into the United States to begin with?”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @RepRonEstes – “.@GOPLeader is right to ask, "Why did the FBI initially disregard the role anti-Semitism played in this hostage situation?" As details emerge about the appalling attack in Texas, it's critical we stand against anti-Semitism and unequivocally denounce this act of terrorism. Link to quoted tweet”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @realDailyWire – “Kevin McCarthy Hammers Biden Administration Over Texas Synagogue Hostage Situation Kevin McCarthy Hammers Biden Administration Over Texas Synagogue Hostage Situation | The Daily Wire   Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 01/18/2022: GETTR Post – “Over the past 48 hours, President Biden's Justice Department has gone from denying the clear and religious, anti-Semitic implications of this attack to now backtracking to what we all already knew to be true. - Why were Biden officials downplaying terrorist attacks within our borders? - Why did the FBI initially disregard the role anti-Semitism played in this hostage situation? - What indications were missed in the lead up to this attack because resources were redirected to other areas? - How was it that someone with an apparent criminal record and suspicious travel history was allowed into the United States to begin with? - What national security concerns remain? The Biden administration must answer.”

Roy (R-TX-21) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @seanmdav – “The FBI let another known wolf terrorist into the U.S., and when he terrorized a synagogue, the FBI lied and claimed his terrorism had nothing to do with terrorizing Jews. Link to quoted tweet”

Roy (R-TX-21) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @AndrewCMcCarthy – “Why Was Texas-Synagogue Jihadist Akram Allowed to Enter U.S.? My @NRO column ... Texas-Synagogue Jihadist: Why Was Malik Faisal Akram Allowed to Enter U.S.? | National Review”

Rush (D-IL-1) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @SenatorWarnock – “The recent hostage situation in TX is the latest example of the dangers threatening our Jewish communities. As a pastor, I was encouraged to see people from all faiths come together to support our Jewish loved ones and neighbors, and I will always stand against antisemitism.”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “My father, Maurice H. Sherman, was born 100 years ago today. His service in the U.S. Navy, to the Southern California community, and to the Jewish community inspires me everyday. Link to image”

Van Duyne (R-TX-24) 01/18/2022: Twitter thread – “Prayers were answered over the weekend. I would like to thank @ColleyvillePD, @TxDPS, and the @FBI for ensuring those involved were returned safely in the face of hatred and anti-semitism. Link to video   Link to reply@RepBethVanDuyne @ColleyvillePD @TxDPS @FBI You should be thanking the Rabbi who threw a chair at the gunman so they could escape. @steveblonder @ColleyvillePD @TxDPS @FBI Without a doubt. His actions helped ensure the hostages made it out alive. I was honored to highlight his heroics on the House floor today: Link to quoted tweetFour North Texans are alive today thanks to the courageous acts and heroism from those across the community, showing our neighbors and country that we'll always stand in unity to support each other. (Link to twitter.com)”

Van Duyne (R-TX-24) 01/18/2022: GETTR Post – “Prayers were answered over the weekend. I would like to thank Colleyville PD, Texas DPS, and the FBI for ensuring those involved were returned safely in the face of hatred and anti-semitism.”

Warnock (D-GA) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “The recent hostage situation in TX is the latest example of the dangers threatening our Jewish communities. As a pastor, I was encouraged to see people from all faiths come together to support our Jewish loved ones and neighbors, and I will always stand against antisemitism.”

Afghanistan

Babin (R-TX-36) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Welcome to the ABCs of Biden's first year.
 A = Afghanistan
 Biden's failed withdrawal left more than a dozen Americans dead and our allies abandoned behind enemy lines - where many are still trapped! Link to image”

Babin (R-TX-36) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “How did Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal affect you?   Billions of your tax dollars were squandered when he left behind the very weapons, vehicles, and aircraft necessary for the Taliban to hurt us and our allies. Link to image”

Barr (R-KY-6) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @RepStefanik – “In the aftermath of Biden's disastrous withdrawal, tens of billions of dollars of military equipment and property were abandoned in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. American taxpayers deserve answers. I joined @RepAndyBarr in requesting @DeptofDefense's overdue report 👇👇👇 Link to image”

Barr (R-KY-6) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @RepYoungKim – “The Biden administration's report to Congress on U.S. military property, equipment & supplies left behind in Afghanistan is over two weeks late. I joined @RepAndyBarr to demand answers. We deserve to know which U.S. weapons are in the Taliban's hands. Link to image”

Cammack (R-FL-3) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “One year of abject failure. 12 months of a historic border crisis; disaster in Afghanistan; gross mishandling of a pandemic he claimed he'd improve; inflation we haven't seen in 40 years. He's not done much in 525,600 minutes, but he's sure made things worse. #BrokenPromisesBiden Link to video”

Cassidy (R-LA) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “It's clear @POTUS ignored the advice of experts when he chose to lose the war in Afghanistan. The DOD warned last January that pulling non-combat support would cause the Afghanistan Air Force to collapse. Watchdog predicted collapse of Afghan air force months before US... | thehill.com”

Cotton (R-AR) 01/19/2022: Retweet of @SASCGOP – “Vladimir Putin saw what happened in Afghanistan and saw the time was right to invade Ukraine. - @SenTomCotton Link to image”

Cruz (R-TX) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “The potential grounds for a Biden impeachment? -Biden has failed to enforce immigration laws. -Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal was a colossal disaster. -Biden issued lawless vaccine mandates. Don't miss episode 105 of #Verdict, out now on YouTube! Mmm, Ted Cruz | Ep. 105 - YouTube   Link to video”

Daines (R-MT) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “.@JoeBiden's first year in office has been a failure for Montana and America. 📈Highest inflation in 40 years ⛽️War on Made in America energy ❌Out-of-control southern border crisis 🌍Failed withdrawal from Afghanistan 🛒Supply chain crisis 💉Overreaching vaccine mandates”

Ernst (R-IA) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “🚫 Supply chain bottlenecks 🚫 Porous southern border 🚫 Highest inflation in 40 years 🚫 Botched exit from Afghanistan This has been a disastrous first year for President Joe Biden. Link to video”

Ernst (R-IA) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “The Biden administration green-lighted U.S. taxpayer dollars to the Taliban and Haqqani Network in Afghanistan. We need a full accounting of this money. Link to video”

Ferguson (R-GA-3) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Biden flunked his freshman year as Commander in Chief: —Historic inflation —Out-of-control crime —Expensive gas prices —Groceries gone from shelves —Closed schools —Open southern border —Botched Afghanistan exit —Empowered Russia & CCP Dems' fix it plan? —Federalize elections”

Gimenez (R-FL-26) 01/18/2022: In reply to Tweet7) Whether it's Russia's aggression towards Ukraine, the handling of Afghanistan or standing up to #China and the #CCP, Biden disappoints. You only achieve peace through strength and Biden continues to show weakness. #BidensFailures (Link to twitter.com) – “8) Biden's commitment to Pelosi and the progressive left has caused this year's focus to be on passing their radical, socialist agenda instead of working across the aisle on real solutions for the American people. #BidensFailures Link to image”

Gimenez (R-FL-26) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “America first. Not: ❌ Russia ❌ The Taliban ❌ China”

Green (R-TN-7) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “To those stepping up when this Administration is not—thank you. Americans recognize your hard work over the past 5 months, it doesn't go unnoticed. Private Group Keeps Afghanistan Evacuations Flying Despite Ground Halt... | defenseone.com”

Grothman (R-WI-6) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Cancelling the Keystone XL pipeline $Trillions more in debt Fueling inflation and rising costs Treating concerned parents as “domestic terrorists” Leaving weaponry, Americans, and allies in Afghanistan The #BidenBorderCrisis Link to quoted tweet"The first year of this administration has been about as disastrous as it could possibly be." -@RepGrothman”

Kim (R-CA-39) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Americans remain in the hands of the Taliban five months after the Biden administration's withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan. We must reassert oversight powers & hold this administration accountable. I'm leading the RESCUES Act to demand answers. GOP lawmakers demand greater oversight of chaotic Afghanistan evacuation... | foxnews.com”

Kim (R-CA-39) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @RepStefanik – “Biden's failed withdrawal from Afghanistan needlessly left behind American citizens and Afghan allies. I'm joining @RepYoungKim to ensure @StateDept is putting taxpayer dollars to good use while providing for the rescue of those left stranded.GOP lawmakers demand greater oversight of chaotic Afghanistan evacuation | Fox News”

Kim (R-CA-39) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Our mission to save lives in Afghanistan is not over. I introduced the RESCUES Act to bring transparency & accountability to the Biden administration's Afghanistan evacuations. Americans deserve to know how taxpayer dollars are being spent. Rep. Young Kim Leads RESCUES Act to Improve Accountability and Transparency of Afghanistan Evacuation Operations... | youngkim.house.gov”

Kim (R-CA-39) 01/19/2022: Twitter thread – “Our mission to save lives in Afghanistan is not over. The RESCUES Act will ensure the State Department discloses: -taxpayer money spent & if fees were paid to the Taliban -# of Americans & allies evacuated & who are still seeking evacuation -efforts to prevent wasteful spending I'm grateful to the NGOs, veterans & Congressional offices who have stepped up where the Biden Administration was unprepared. We must continue to support their efforts & ensure taxpayer dollars are used wisely. Rep. Young Kim Leads RESCUES Act to Improve Accountability and Transparency of Afghanistan Evacuation Operations... | youngkim.house.gov”

Mast (R-FL-18) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “The Biden Administration continues to fail our Afghan partners. Afghan allies struggle to navigate chaotic US visa process... | washingtonexaminer.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @kelly_laco – “FIRST ON FOX: @RepYoungKim, @RepStefanik & @RepMcCaul introduced the RESCUES Act demanding greater oversight of chaotic Afghanistan evacuation. via @marisa_schultz GOP lawmakers demand greater oversight of chaotic Afghanistan evacuation... | foxnews.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Ever since Joe Biden entered the White House, Putin has smelled weakness. Putin got exactly what he wanted when Biden caved on Nord Stream 2. Then, Putin watched from afar as Biden abandoned our own citizens, along with our allies, in Afghanistan. Link to video”

Meuser (R-PA-9) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “In Biden's first year in office, he created a national security crisis and emboldened our adversaries. He created an unmitigated disaster in Afghanistan, emboldened Russia, and refuses to hold China accountable.”

Rose (R-TN-6) 01/19/2022: Twitter thread – “THREAD: Over $300 million worth of aid is slated to flow into Afghanistan this year. Yet, the Biden admin remains silent about what safeguards are in place to prevent the Taliban from intercepting it. I joined @RepTimBurchett in sending this letter to ensure tax dollars are not funding terrorist acts. 👇👇👇 Link to image”

Sanders (I-VT) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Afghanistan is facing a humanitarian catastrophe. I urge the Biden administration to immediately release billions in frozen Afghan government funds to help avert this crisis, and prevent the death of millions of people.”

Schrader (D-OR-5) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @OregonDVA – “ODVA is encouraging veterans, especially Afghanistan veterans and family, to reach for help and reach out to a battle buddy or loved one. Joe Mah, ODVA Campus Veteran Coordinator and U.S. Army Afghanistan veteran, shares his message below. #oregonvet Afghanistan Outreach PSA... | youtu.be   Link to image”

Scott (R-SC) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “Joe Biden's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan left hundreds of Americans and thousands of Afghan allies without a safe means to escape the Taliban takeover. His negligence led to tragedy and the loss of 13 brave soldiers.”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “Biden's failed withdrawal from Afghanistan needlessly left behind American citizens and Afghan allies. I'm joining @RepYoungKim to ensure @StateDept is putting taxpayer dollars to good use while providing for the rescue of those left stranded.GOP lawmakers demand greater oversight of chaotic Afghanistan evacuation | Fox News”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 01/18/2022: Retweet of @kelly_laco – “FIRST ON FOX: @RepYoungKim, @RepStefanik & @RepMcCaul introduced the RESCUES Act demanding greater oversight of chaotic Afghanistan evacuation. via @marisa_schultz GOP lawmakers demand greater oversight of chaotic Afghanistan evacuation... | foxnews.com”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 01/19/2022: Tweet – “The Biden Administration KNEW the Afghan Air Force would collapse if we withdrew yet they did it anyways. Before pullout, watchdog warned of Afghan air force collapse | AP News”

Other - Middle East

Franklin (R-FL-15) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “What do you think happens when @POTUS enacts policies that make us reliant on the Middle East for oil again? Crude oil hits a 7-year high and gasoline prices rise, adding to inflationary pressures that hurt American families. Oil Prices Hit Seven-Year High on Rising Geopolitical Tensions... | on.wsj.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 01/18/2022: Tweet – “WH politicos have been quick to push OPEC+ to produce more oil instead of supporting domestic production, which would protect U.S. energy independence and create jobs. The Admin could help drive down prices by supporting projects like the Keystone pipeline.Oil rises to more than 7-year high on Mideast tensions... | reuters.com”