Members on the Record (Automated) for Thu February 03, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 02/02/2022: In reply to Tweet@RepDonBacon @amnesty I am a Zionist but all criticism of Israel is not anti-Semitism. The govt IS creating *cantons*. Look at the maps. It is the only way to defend against Arab efforts to change the country demographics – “@smith58_robert @amnesty But some is… and this is. Link to reply@RepDonBacon @amnesty I am a Zionist but all criticism of Israel is not anti-Semitism. The govt IS creating *cantons*. Look at the maps. It is the only way to defend against Arab efforts to change the country demographics @smith58_robert @amnesty You sound guilty.”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepDonBacon for your principled leadership and moral clarity in rightfully condemning @amnesty's outrageous slander on our democratic ally Israel. Link to quoted tweet”

Bush (D-MO-1) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “.@Amnesty is the latest human rights organization raising the alarm about Israel's crime of apartheid against Palestinians. We must end US taxpayer support for this violence & stand up for Palestinian human rights and liberation, including by passing @BettyMcCollum04's HR 2590. Link to quoted tweetNew @amnesty report states that Israel's “cruel system of domination” treats the Palestinian people as an “inferior racial group.” Congress can no longer ignore or excuse Israel's occupation & system of oppression. #HR2590 (Israel's apartheid against Palestinians: a cruel system of domination and a crime against humanity... | amnesty.org)”

Carey (R-OH-15) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I strongly condemn the false and dangerous report from Amnesty International. Israel is a beacon of democracy, not an apartheid state. I am proud to stand with Israel and against antisemitic groups like @amnesty 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Opinion | The ‘Apartheid' Libel of Israel”

Chabot (R-OH-1) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Today, I joined Israel Allies Caucus co-chair @RepDLamborn in issuing the following statement re: Amnesty Int'l's bogus report on #Israel: Reps. Chabot and Lamborn, Israel Allies Caucus Co-Chairs, Issue Statement on Amnesty Int'l Report on Israel | U.S. House of Representatives”

Curtis (R-UT-3) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “I am saddened to see that Amnesty's report targets the only Jewish state and a close American ally. One can only assume this report's goal is to block the progress of normalization between Israel and Arab states. Opinion | The ‘Apartheid' Libel of Israel Thankfully, the region is leaving this sort of hate in the past and it is time we did the same.”

Davidson (R-OH-8) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I stand with Israel. 🇺🇸 🇮🇱 Those, like @amnesty, seeking to destabilize Israel are really targeting the necessary, historically Jewish homeland - some of the world's most persecuted people. Opinion | The ‘Apartheid' Libel of Israel via @WSJOpinion”

Fleischmann (R-TN-3) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Let's be clear: Israel is not an apartheid state. Amnesty International's report slandering Israel is nothing more than lies about the history of Israel and the security challenges it faces every day from terrorism. Amnesty International's report is disgusting and wrong.”

García (D-IL-4) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “Israeli soldiers' cruel treatment of US citizen Omar Assad was inhumane—they abused him, then left him to die in the cold without medical attention. I join Omar's family, @SenBaldwin, and @RepGwenMoore in demanding an independent US investigation and Israeli accountability. Link to quoted tweetBaldwin, Moore request probe of Palestinian-American's death (from @AP) (Baldwin, Moore request probe of Palestinian-American's death... | apnews.com) Though Israel has acknowledged the officers' misconduct, the system that allowed this to happen remains firmly in place. Would there have been any action taken had this not received international attention from Congress and the media? Israel punishes officers in death of Palestinian-American | AP News Real accountability doesn't just come when it's convenient. I hope this serves as a wake-up call about the system that allowed this to take place.”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Had a great time joining @JasonKoppel at @AIPAC last week to discuss my strong support for the critical U.S.-Israel relationship. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Check out our conversation.👇 Link to quoted tweet"I really understood the importance of actually speaking out & speaking out strongly for the relationship...it's so important to our security, to our fight against terror in the region, to the values of democracy." - @RepJoshG Watch the full conversation: (Join me on the AIPAC App... | app.aipac.org) (Link to twitter.com)”

Hassan (D-NH) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Inaccurate claims about Israel do nothing to promote a two-state solution or move toward peace. I stand with our ally Israel and will continue to support the peace process and robust dialogue.”

Hoyer (D-MD-5) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Read my statement on Amnesty International's recent report on Israel below: Link to image”

Huizenga (R-MI-2) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I am completely disgusted to see Amnesty International call Israel an “apartheid” state. Perhaps they should focus on real human rights abusers like China and not fuel the disturbing rise in anti-Semitism. I stand firmly with Israel against this libelous claim.  #standwithisrael”

Johnson (R-SD-0) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Amnesty International's recent report is another reminder of how deeply the roots of anti-Semitism run. Israel has the right to exist – and I stand with my Jewish friends against this hateful discrimination.”

Keller (R-PA-12) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Israel is America's strongest ally in the Middle East and the only democracy in the region. Israel is NOT an apartheid state. Link to quoted tweetAmnesty International aligned with the anti-Semitic global left by calling Israel an apartheid state. It's a LIE! Make no mistake: Amnesty is now joining groups like Hamas & Iran in attacking Israel as a Jewish state. Biden & Democrats must disavow this anti-Semitic action.”

Lamborn (R-CO-5) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @RepSteveChabot – “Today, I joined Israel Allies Caucus co-chair @RepDLamborn in issuing the following statement re: Amnesty Int'l's bogus report on #Israel: Reps. Chabot and Lamborn, Israel Allies Caucus Co-Chairs, Issue Statement on Amnesty Int'l Report on Israel | U.S. House of Representatives”

Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @RepMalliotakis – “Antisemitism remains a problem across America, stretching from @TheView all the way to @amnesty international. We must do more to combat this insidious form of hate & support our Jewish communities at home & abroad. Daily Briefing Feb. 2: The big whoop over Amnesty's ‘apartheid' & Holocaust and race... | timesofisrael.com”

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @goldsteinricky – ““Israel is not being held to a different standard – but apparently the government of Israel wants to be held to no standard at all.” 13 Israeli NGOs defend Amnesty International's report charging apartheid. Link to image”

Paul (R-KY) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Sanity in a sea of insanity. When will leftwing authoritarians in the US leave us the hell alone? Infection rate keeps falling as Israel's COVID cabinet set to debate proof of vaccination... | haaretz.com”

Peters (D-MI) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “As a liberal democracy, Israel is our closest ally in the Middle East. I'm proud to champion this relationship & making delegitimizing claims about Israel are not only outrageous & anti-Semitic—they are unhelpful towards a peaceful two-state solution.”

Scott (R-FL) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Joe Biden needs to wake up & walk away from his dangerous attempts to re-enter the failed Iran deal that will do nothing to protect our national security & our allies like Israel. It's time for Biden to stand up to our adversaries & put American interests first. Link to quoted tweetIran is weeks away from having the fuel needed to power an atomic weapon, according to the State Department, which says negotiations over a revamped nuclear deal will conclude in the coming weeks—even if the parties fail to reach a deal. Via @Kredo0 (Iran Weeks Away Having Fuel to Power Atomic Bomb, State Department Warns | freebeacon.com)”

Slotkin (D-MI-8) 02/03/2022: Twitter thread – “I finally found a moment to read the Amnesty International report. Something tells me some who shot out posts right after it went live may not have read the 277 page report, or even the 25 page summary. 1/6 Here's the thing: criticizing the Israeli Government's treatment of the Palestinians is legitimate. I certainly have been critical, particularly of their treatment of the Palestinians in the West Bank. 2/6 As a former CIA and Pentagon official, I believe the failure to reach a negotiated settlement on the West Bank is a fundamental reason Israel continues to grapple with its security. 3/6 But to write a report that liberally uses the terms "apartheid", "war crimes", and “ethnic cleansing” without acknowledging why the State of Israel was founded as a Jewish state, the role of the U.N. in that founding… 4/6 …how the Jewish experience with genocide shaped policy, or especially the indiscriminate violence used by Hamas and other terrorist groups....it's hard to read this as an objective report. 5/6 The Israeli government deserves criticism, but if the authors of this report want to actually move towards resolving this conflict, they should at least acknowledge some of the fundamentals that shape it. 6/6”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “President Biden And Congressional Democrats MUST immediately disavow Amnesty International. Failure to do anything less will align them with terrorist groups like Hamas and Iran.”

Steube (R-FL-17) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “.@amnestyusa's Anti-Semitic report labels Israel an “apartheid” state. These lies are part of a larger campaign to vilify the Middle East's only real democracy & our greatest ally in the region. I stand with Israel against this hateful discrimination. Amnesty International report alleging ‘apartheid' in Israel draws fierce criticism... | politico.eu”

Steube (R-FL-17) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepGregSteube for your principled leadership and moral clarity in rightfully condemning @amnesty's outrageous slander on our democratic ally Israel. Link to quoted tweet”

Suozzi (D-NY-3) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Once again, our ally Israel is having to defend itself against unjust and libelous attacks. My support for Israel is constant and unwavering. Link to quoted tweet@amnesty's true view is clear: Israel's original sin is that it exists at all. This libelous report weaves a malicious web of lies and distortions with the contemptible objective to delegitimize Israel as a Jewish state. Truth matters. Americans must reject this biased report. (Link to twitter.com)”

Suozzi (D-NY-3) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “It is a constant battle to defend our great ally Israel against unjust attacks. Link to quoted tweet@amnesty's true view is clear: Israel's original sin is that it exists at all. This libelous report weaves a malicious web of lies and distortions with the contemptible objective to delegitimize Israel as a Jewish state. Truth matters. Americans must reject this biased report. (Link to twitter.com)”

Titus (D-NV-1) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “The U.S. has never considered Israel an apartheid state. To suggest otherwise downplays the true suffering in South Africa while fanning the flames of Antisemitism. The Amnesty International report does both instead of fostering constructive dialogue.”

Titus (D-NV-1) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @DemMaj4Israel – “DMFI PAC is thrilled to endorse Congresswoman @dinatitus as she seeks re-election to the House of Representatives. She's an accomplished leader and a proud supporter of the U.S.-Israel relationship. #NV01 (1/2) Link to quoted tweet”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “Another human being killed by the apartheid gov't of Israel. 80-year-old U.S. Citizen Omar Assad was dragged from his car, handcuffed, beaten, & left to die on a frigid night by Israeli government. I join @SenBaldwin & @RepGwenMoore in demanding an independent U.S. investigation. This racist violence and impunity is only possible because of the apartheid government of Israel, supported by the US, continues to systematically dehumanize Palestinians. Don't take my word for it – read the new @amnesty report here: Israel's apartheid against Palestinians: a cruel system of domination and a crime against humanity... | amnesty.org”

Young (R-IN) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Rather than hold Israel to a gross double standard, @amnestyUK should focus on the bad behavior of real human rights abusers, like China. Amnesty is charging Israeli apartheid to erase Jewish state - NGO claims”

Apartheid

Rogers (R-AL-3) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @michaelgwaltz – “The IOC took a strong moral stand when it came to Apartheid in South Africa but silent on genocide in China. Why? Money. Link to quoted tweet”

Syria

Burchett (R-TN-2) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Going after #ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi was the right decision by @POTUS. It's terrible and tragic that innocent civilians, including children, were killed. The fact terrorists like al-Qurayshi hide behind children shows they're just cowardly scumbags. Link to quoted tweetThe Islamic State leader detonated an explosive as troops approached in a raid by U.S. forces, killing himself and several family members, President Biden said (ISIS Leader Killed During U.S. Raid in Syria, Biden Says - WSJ)”

Cheney (R-WY-0) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “President Biden and the men and women of the US military deserve our gratitude for their decisive action to remove ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi from the battlefield. US conducts counterterrorism raid in northwest Syria, but few details offered... | cnn.com”

Gallagher (R-WI-8) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Rep. Gallagher on the ISIS raid in Syria: "It's a good thing. I commend the admin and our service members for successfully carrying out this operation...this is an important reminder that as we start to focus on China, we can't take our eye off the ball in the Middle East." Link to video”

Graham (R-SC) 02/03/2022: Twitter thread – “I really appreciate the counterterrorism operation authorized by President Biden and conducted in northwest Syria to kill Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi. I applaud the efforts of those involved who killed a vicious terrorist who threatened our nation and the world at large. This operation again shows why forward-deployed American forces, working with allies and partners on the ground, must continue to exist in troubled regions. It is imperative we hit them before they hit us. Unfortunately, the Biden Administration is deaf, dumb & blind when it comes to the growing radical Islamic threats emerging from Afghanistan and how a completely porous and unsecured southern border presents an opportunity for terrorism to make its way back to the United States. While President Biden deserves credit for approving this counterterrorism raid in Syria, our southern border and the debacle in Afghanistan remain unaddressed and present credible national security threats to our nation. President Biden has never been to the southern border, and it is past time he go. He should see the disaster he has created with his own eyes. I fear that if we do not adjust our policies soon regarding Afghanistan and the southern border, a major terrorist threat is in the making. I will continue to speak out and work to address these matters.”

Green (R-TN-7) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “God bless our troops. Link to quoted tweetThe leader of Islamic State was killed during a U.S. military operation in Syria, President Biden said (U.S. Special Forces Raid Syrian Site in Search of Terrorist Leader... | on.wsj.com)”

Hassan (D-NH) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “I am deeply grateful for the bravery of our special forces. This is a critical step in our fight to defeat ISIS and hold them accountable for brutal murders and untold evil. ISIS leader dies during U.S. special forces raid in Syria, Biden says | nbcnews.com”

Hill (R-AR-2) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “It's important we stop this trafficking and source of illicit finance. If we fail to do so, then the Assad regime will continue to drive the ongoing conflict. Captagon has turned Syria into a narco-state and contributes to funding Assad's crimes against humanity. Link to quoted tweet#RSC member @RepFrenchHill spoke at #RSC lunch about his legislation, the CAPTAGON Act, which would require the federal government to develop an interagency strategy to disrupt and dismantle narcotics production and trafficking linked to the Bashar al-Assad regime in Syria. (Link to twitter.com)”

Joyce (R-PA-13) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Americans and our allies are safer because of the brave work conducted by our Special Operations forces. US Special Operations forces carry out ‘successful' mission in northwest Syria... | foxnews.com”

Kim (D-NJ-3) 02/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Last night our military killed ISIS global leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi. You may not know this name, I first learned it in 2014 working at the White House. This man masterminded the genocide against the Yazidi people on Sinjar Mountain.THREAD U.S. special forces conduct ‘counterterrorism mission' in Syria, Pentagon says... | nbcnews.com I first knew Al-Qurayshi's name as Haji Abdullah. He gave orders to massacre the Yazidi people because of their faith. I'll never forget waiting outside the Oval Office late in the evening on August 6, 2014, upwards of 50,000 Yazidis sat trapped atop Sinjar Mountain. 2/14 I paced the West Wing thinking: is this really happening? Men, women, children fled up the mountain, abandoned their cars like some apocalyptic movie. They had no water or food after fleeing ISIS fighters who sought to exterminate them. Photo: Rodi Said/Reuters 3/14 Link to image We were called into the Oval Office. We briefed the President that extermination could happen at any moment, either by starvation on top of this mountain or at the gun barrel of ISIS. This could be the single largest massacre since WWII. 4/14 They were clear: Al-Qurayshi said if the Yazidis didn't convert to Islam they would be killed on sight with women and children taken into enslavement. Thousands of girls would be kidnapped and turned into sex slaves, raped and forced into marriage. 5/14 Iraqi Yazidis: ‘If we move they will kill us' | Humanitarian Crises News | Al Jazeera President Obama, facing one of the toughest decisions of his Presidency, gave us the green light that night to begin a rescue mission. We quickly exited the Oval to get the operation going. Immediately, one C-17 and two C-130s were on their way deep into ISIS-held territory. 6/14 I sat in the Situation Room waiting for an update from the Pentagon as I worried that ISIS might try and shoot down our planes. I breathed a sigh of relief as soon as I heard that the drops were successful. 7/14 After only 36 hours of planning, three U.S. aircraft under the cover of darkness were able to drop 72 bundles of water and food within a drop zone the size of a football field along the spine of a mountain in the middle of a warzone. 8/14 US carries out air drops to help Iraqis trapped on mountain by Isis | Iraq | The Guardian But the threat wasn't over, this just bought us some time. Al-Qurayshi's forces were taking offensive positions around the mountain's base. The Iraqi army was still in complete shambles after the fall of Mosul. The Kurds had a few forces in the area we could work with. 9/14 We helped create a safe corridor down one side of the mountain while our aircraft targeted ISIS fighters around the perimeter. Tens of thousands of Yazidis safely got off Sinjar mountain. 10/14 But Al-Qurayshi's wrath turned to other villages throughout the region. He still captured and killed thousands and ushered in brutal violence that boosted his reputation within ISIS. After Al-Baghdadi was killed, ISIS named Al-Qurayshi their leader. 11/14 ISIS Names New Leader and Confirms al-Baghdadi's Death - The New York Times Last night, under cover of darkness, brave US servicemembers risked everything to target Al-Qurayshi. Flying by helicopter into Syria & for two hours battled Al-Qurayshi and other fighters in an effort to avenge those lost and prevent future attacks. 12/14 Islamic State leader killed during US raid in Syria | AP News While ISIS threat is lower than its heights in 2014/2015, they have still caused tremendous havoc and devastation and still pose a threat to this day. Justice can never be brought to the Yazidis and others who suffered at the hands of Al-Qurayshi. 13/14 Nadia's Initiative | nadiasinitiative.org Nothing can ever balance the brutality of genocide. While we work to stop Al-Qurayshi and others from killing, we must recommit to helping those who survive. While we read news of Al-Qurayshi's demise today, let us focus on remembering those lost to the senseless violence. END”

Lieu (D-CA-33) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Grateful to our U.S. special forces for their courage, expertise and professionalism in removing the global leader of ISIS. Link to quoted tweetPres. Biden: "The United States military forces successfully removed a major terrorist threat to the world—the global leader of ISIS." (Biden details US raid in Syria that killed ISIS leader... | abcn.ws) (Link to twitter.com)”

Lieu (D-CA-33) 02/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Thank you to the courage, expertise and professionalism of our U.S. special forces in removing the global leader of ISIS. The message from the United States is clear: When it comes to terrorists, we will hunt them down wherever they hide in foreign places and kill them. Link to quoted tweetPres. Biden: "The United States military forces successfully removed a major terrorist threat to the world—the global leader of ISIS." (Biden details US raid in Syria that killed ISIS leader... | abcn.ws) (Link to twitter.com)   Link to reply@tedlieu Ted didn't feel this way when Trump did it….Hmm @FjbRooster You are wrong. I have been consistent, and I commended the former President as well. Link to quoted tweetI commend our intelligence community for their work, and our Special Forces for eliminating the leader of ISIS. I commend @realDonaldTrump for giving the order to do so. (Link to twitter.com)”

Long (R-MO-7) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “US forces launch raid in #Syria, civilians also reported dead (from @AP) Islamic State leader killed during US raid in Syria | AP News”

Long (R-MO-7) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @Breaking911 – “BREAKING: Biden: US raid in Syria killed top Islamic State leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi - AP”

Long (R-MO-7) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @HananyaNaftali – “#BREAKING: ISIS leader al-Quraysh was killed during a raid by US special forces in Syria. Great job. This is making the Middle East a better place! Link to image”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “I was briefed this morning by the Pentagon on the counterterrorism raid on ISIS in Syria. I want to commend @POTUS, Pentagon leadership, and our courageous Special Operations forces for successfully completing this mission and returning safely. Chair McCollum Statement on U.S. Military Raid on ISIS... | bit.ly”

Murphy (D-FL-7) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “ISIS is a vicious terrorist organization that threatens America and our allies. Removing ISIS leaders from the battlefield and disrupting their activities is essential for our security, and nobody does this better than U.S. special operations forces. Live Updates: ISIS leader killed in Syria... | cnn.com”

Shaheen (D-NH) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “We know terrorism in one part of the world does not stay there. @POTUS seized a critical opportunity to advance our counterterrorism efforts to wipe out ISIS & safeguard U.S. national security. TY to our brave U.S. forces who put their lives on the line to complete this mission. Link to quoted tweetBreaking News: U.S. forces killed the leader of ISIS, Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi, in a raid in northwest Syria, President Biden said. Follow our updates. (Biden, Pentagon Leaders Detail ISIS Leader's Death In Syria: Live Updates - The New York Times)”

Torres (D-CA-35) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @CNNPolitics – “ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi was killed in a counterterrorism mission by US Special Forces, President Biden says US conducts counterterrorism raid in northwest Syria, but few details offered... | cnn.it”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Today, Rep. Mike Waltz released the following statement regarding the ISIS raid in Syria: Waltz Statement on ISIS Raid in Syria... | waltz.house.gov   Link to image”

Wilson (D-FL-24) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Last night, brave members of our Armed Forces delivered justice to ISIS leader, Abu Ibrahim Al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi, taking a step forward in the fight against terrorism. I commend @POTUS for his leadership and express gratitude to our military and intelligence community. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: U.S. special forces kill ISIS leader in Syria raid, President Biden says. (U.S. special forces conduct ‘counterterrorism mission' in Syria, Pentagon says... | nbcnews.com)”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I agree @RepMcCaul @SenatorRisch the Arab gas pipeline will enrich the brutal Assad regime and triggers sanctions under the Caesar Act. Congress will hold the Biden administration accountable for its refusal to enforce the Caesar Act. Link to quoted tweetThe energy deals the Biden Admin is facilitating between #Lebanon, #Syria, #Jordan, & #Egypt would undoubtedly enrich the #Assad regime, exacerbate corruption, & trigger U.S. sanctions under the Caesar Act. The admin should reverse course. (Risch, McCaul Express Concern over Biden Administration's Engagement in Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Egypt Energy Deals | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations)”

Womack (R-AR-3) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “God bless our troops—defenders of freedom. The international community is safer now that ISIS leader and terrorist Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi is confirmed dead. Link to quoted tweetThe Islamic State leader detonated an explosive as troops approached in a raid by U.S. forces, killing himself and several family members, President Biden said (ISIS Leader Killed During U.S. Raid in Syria, Biden Says - WSJ)”

Lebanon

Menendez (D-NJ) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “One year ago today @LokmanSlim was reported missing by his family. The next day, he was found murdered. It is unacceptable that his killers remain unidentified and on the loose. The Lebanese government must proceed with a timely and credible investigation into his killing. Link to quoted tweetA year on, family of slain Hezbollah critic Lokman Slim seeks accountability (A year on, family of slain Hezbollah critic Lokman Slim seeks accountability | f24.my) (Link to twitter.com)”

Iran

Deutch (D-FL-22) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I was thrilled to see former Iran hostage @ZakkaNA yesterday & welcome him as a new American citizen. The US must work to deter Iran's despicable practice of hostage taking & I remain committed to ensuring all those Americans wrongfully detained abroad are brought home. Link to quoted tweetI was so honored & overwhelmed this morning when Rep. Deutch @RepTedDeutch presented me @ZakkaNA the US flag that was flown especially for me over the US Capitol on the day of my naturalization Ceremony. Thank you Congressman. Speechless is an understatement.@POTUS @HostageAid (Link to twitter.com)”

Ernst (R-IA) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “President Biden's failure to enforce mandatory sanctions on Iranian oil tankers is putting U.S. national security at risk. I'm pressing @POTUS to stop violating the law & take action. Ernst leads charge for Iranian sanctions to be enforced... | kelo.com”

Ernst (R-IA) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “The negotiation must stop now. U.S. Sees Iran's Nuclear Program as Too Advanced to Restore Key Goal of 2015 Pact - WSJ”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “If you don't think Xi Jinping is watching our every move in Eastern Europe and and listening to every word we say at negotiating table w/ Iran – you're fooling yourself.”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 02/02/2022: Tweet – ““The Iranian nuclear threat is real & has grown disproportionately worse day by day. It is becoming a clear & present danger.” @SenatorMenendez is right, our goal must be the right deal, not just any deal. A nuclear Iran is a danger to the Middle East, the U.S., & the world. Link to quoted tweet(Senator Bob Menendez... | twitter.com)”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Glad to see the extraordinary progress our diplomats have made under the able leadership of @USEnvoyIran. The #IranDeal blocked Iran's pathways to a bomb. By withdrawing Trump put us on a path toward war, and now it's time to re-enter the #JCPOA and #LetDiplomacyWork”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “LR @RepMcCaul: "It is unsettling that the Biden administration continues permitting Iran and Venezuela to defy U.S. sanctions with impunity. I once again call on @POTUS to stop emboldening these regimes and crack down on this by enforcing our sanctions." Iranian supertanker carrying condensate docks in Venezuela... | abcn.ws”

McConnell (R-KY) 02/03/2022: Twitter thread – “.@LeaderMcConnell: “It's Not Too Late” For Democrats to Increase Pressure on Iran and Respond Forcefully “It's Not Too Late” For Democrats to Increase Pressure on Iran and Respond Forcefully - Press Releases - U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell Video: “It's Not Too Late” For Democrats to Increase Pressure on Iran and Respond Forcefully - YouTube The failure to respond forcefully to Iranian-backed attacks against US forces in the region has eroded our deterrence and dramatically increased the risk to US personnel.”

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Ukraine is testing the West. If Russia is allowed to invade a sovereign Democracy—China, Iran, and North Korea will be taking notes. We need leaders capable of standing up to our adversaries, who put Midland over Moscow and prioritize security. Congressman Pfluger House Floor Remarks on Ukraine CODEL trip... | youtube.com”

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Ukraine is a test for the West. If Russia is allowed to invade a sovereign Democracy—China, Iran, and North Korea will be taking notes. We need leaders capable of standing up to our adversaries, who put Midland over Moscow and prioritize our security. Biden is leading from behind in Russia-Ukraine conflict... | foxnews.com”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I support @StateDept providing Rewards for Justice to anyone w/ information on Iran's interference in our elections. The Senate must pass my bill HR 1036, which would expand this program to authorize rewards for those w/ info on sanctions violators. Rewards for Justice – Reward Offer for Information on Iranian Cyber Actors' Interference with 2020 U.S. Presidential Election - United States Department of State”

Saudi Arabia

Barrasso (R-WY) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @SenKevinCramer – “Russia gets to collect its cash and pass go while clean U.S. production is sent to jail. The Biden Admin knows the world is desperately searching for more oil and natural gas, but apparently they'd rather have Putin and the Saudis provide it! They should rethink this proposal.”

Cramer (R-ND) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “This isn't about a “fair return to the taxpayer,” it's a not-so-thinly veiled attempt to shut down oil and gas production on our public lands. This idea simply transfers Democrats' climate guilt to foreign producers, along with Americans' jobs & revenues. U.S. considering hike to royalty rate for drillers at onshore auctions... | reuters.com Russia gets to collect its cash and pass go while clean U.S. production is sent to jail. The Biden Admin knows the world is desperately searching for more oil and natural gas, but apparently they'd rather have Putin and the Saudis provide it! They should rethink this proposal.”

Cramer (R-ND) 02/02/2022: GETTR Post – “This isn't about a “fair return to the taxpayer,” it's a not-so-thinly veiled attempt to shut down oil and gas production on our public lands. This idea would simply transfer Democrats' climate guilt to foreign producers, along with Americans' jobs and revenues. Russia gets to collect its cash and pass go while clean U.S. production is sent to jail. The Biden Administration knows the world is desperately searching for more oil and natural gas, but apparently they'd rather have Putin and the Saudis provide it! They should rethink this proposal. U.S. considering hike to royalty rate for drillers at onshore auctions | reuters.com”

Iraq

Hern (R-OK-1) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @AlexDCameron – “@repkevinhern⁩ speaks on the House floor Tuesday about renaming the Owasso post office for AF SSgt Marshal Roberts, KIA in Iraq 3/11/20, saying the gesture will help ensure “that our community proudly keeps his story alive for all the generations to come.” ⁦@NewsOn6⁩ Link to image”

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Proud that my bill to rename the Schaumburg Post Office in honor of Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars passed through the Oversight Committee today. They deserve this recognition for their sacrifice for our nation. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Applauds Unanimous Passage Through Oversight Committee Of Post Office Renaming Bill In Honor Of Veterans | Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Seeking help for PTS when I returned from Iraq improved my life—now helping other vets struggling with mental health issues drives my work in Congress. If you're a vet suffering from PTS, the VA is seeking volunteers for new studies. Participants will be compensated. Link to image”

Mullin (R-OK-2) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Oklahoma's own T.Sgt. Marshal D. Roberts gave his life in service for our country while deployed to Iraq in 2020. While his is a debt we can never repay, this post office will stand as a reminder of his sacrifice and a tribute to his incredible legacy. U.S. House passes bill to rename Owasso post office after guardsman killed in Iraq... | tulsaworld.com”

Yemen

Murphy (D-CT) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I will be live with @OxfamAmerica's @ScottTPaul and @hrw's @Afrahnasser to discuss this devastating conflict and how re-designating the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization would only make things worse. Link to image”

Murphy (D-CT) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Tune in as @OxfamAmerica's @ScottTPaul, @hrw's @Afrahnasser, and I discuss the humanitarian crisis in Yemen – and why re-designating the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization would set things back. Chris Murphy... | twitter.com”

Murphy (D-CT) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @Afrahnasser – “Many thanks to Sen. @ChrisMurphyCT & my friend @ScottTPaul ! 🙏🏽 #yemen Link to quoted tweet”

Murphy (D-CT) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @ScottTPaul – “I so appreciate @ChrisMurphyCT's ongoing dedication to Yemen - and making sure the interests of Yemenis in crisis, rather than those of powerful Gulf allies, are at the heart of US policy. Link to quoted tweet”

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “The Administration must follow through on their promise and work to end our involvement in the war in Yemen once and for all. Rep. Omar's statement: Rep. Omar's Statement on U.S. Involvement in Yemen... | omar.house.gov   Link to image “It's shameful this Administration is continuing our involvement in the Yemen conflict with military assistance. Nearly a year ago, President Biden promised to end our involvement in Yemen." "This is a dereliction of what this Administration campaigned on, and out of step with a foreign policy agenda rooted in human rights and peace. The Administration must follow through on their promise and work to end our involvement in the war once and for all.””

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @Ilhan – ““It's shameful this Administration is continuing our involvement in the Yemen conflict with military assistance. Nearly a year ago, President Biden promised to end our involvement in Yemen."”

Horn of Africa

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @CAIROhio – “Our first spotlight in this series is Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, the first Black Muslim woman and first Somali refugee elected to Congress. Rep. Omar serves Minnesota's 5th Congressional District and is the first woman of color to represent Minnesota. 👏🏾 #BlackHistoryMonth Link to image”

Risch (R-ID) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “.@EthioHRC findings link state security forces in the death of 14 elders in #Oromia in Dec. The #Oromo are among the communities that suffered from state-sponsored violence before & during the war. As the US supports peace in #Ethiopia, we must also pursue justice for atrocities.”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Bowman (D-NY-16) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @RepChuyGarcia – “The Fair College Admissions for Students Act by @RepBowman and @SenJeffMerkley bans legacy admission practices that are rooted in antisemitism, anti-immigrant sentiment classist and racist policies. This bill would end this exclusionary practice in the college admissions process. Link to image”

Crist (D-FL-13) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “By downplaying the seriousness of Nazi-led protests, @GovRonDeSantis gives political aid and comfort to the most extreme fringes, whose views are antithetical to Floridians, hateful & harmful to our Jewish friends & family. He's playing a dangerous game. Ron DeSantis Takes a Page Out of Trump's Playbook When Asked to Respond to Nazis | Vanity Fair”

Duckworth (D-IL) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “We are seeing consistent patterns of anti-Semitic hate across our nation—and it has to stop. My heart goes out to Chicago's Jewish community and I thank local authorities for their diligence in responding. CPD says hate crime charges could be pending after Jewish school, synagogue in Chicago vandalized... | abc7chicago.com”

Gallego (D-AZ-7) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “🖕🏽 is the answer to Fillmore. Link to quoted tweetRep. John Fillmore just asked what's the difference between a Covid vaccine and the Nazis tattooing Jews in 1933. Hold on while I try to interview 6 million dead people #azleg”

García (D-IL-4) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “The Fair College Admissions for Students Act by @RepBowman and @SenJeffMerkley bans legacy admission practices that are rooted in antisemitism, anti-immigrant sentiment classist and racist policies. This bill would end this exclusionary practice in the college admissions process. Link to image”

Gooden (R-TX-5) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Whoopi Goldberg deserved to be been suspended from 'The View.' When will anti-Semitic Democrat members of Congress be held accountable?”

Jones (D-NY-17) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “After last month's antisemitic attack in Texas, it's clear that we must be do even more to protect the Jewish community and other communities of faith. It's why I'm co-leading a letter urging @AppropsDems to increase funding for @FEMA's Nonprofit Security Grant Program. Link to image”

Katko (R-NY-24) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @BillPascrell – “Today @RepJohnKatko and I are leading 174 Dem and GOP members demanding increased funding to protect synagogues and other houses of worship from growing threats. Link to image”

Merkley (D-OR) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @RepChuyGarcia – “The Fair College Admissions for Students Act by @RepBowman and @SenJeffMerkley bans legacy admission practices that are rooted in antisemitism, anti-immigrant sentiment classist and racist policies. This bill would end this exclusionary practice in the college admissions process. Link to image”

Norman (R-SC-5) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “A criminal, 2x deported individual who spray-painted swastikas on DC's Union Station, a day after International Holocaust Remembrance Day, cannot be deported under Biden's DHS guidelines. What on Earth will get President Biden to wake up! Man who drew Union Station swastikas is twice-deported criminal... | washingtonexaminer.com”

Palazzo (R-MS-4) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Democrats claim to be the party of inclusivity and yet refuse to condemn China's years of genocide and anti-Semitic attacks from within their own party. How sad that their so-called “inclusion” is only extended to their voters.”

Pascrell (D-NJ-9) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Today @RepJohnKatko and I are leading 174 Dem and GOP members demanding increased funding to protect synagogues and other houses of worship from growing threats. Link to image”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Betcha he knows the difference perfectly well, but just doesn't care. Link to quoted tweetRep. John Fillmore just asked what's the difference between a Covid vaccine and the Nazis tattooing Jews in 1933. Hold on while I try to interview 6 million dead people #azleg”

Afghanistan

Auchincloss (D-MA-4) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @alexbward – “New #NatSecDaily: - SCOOP: @RepAuchincloss proposes bill to ban Taliban bank accounts - Lavrov's letter to US and Europeans featured OSCE-related criticisms - @SaraJacobsCA, who was on UKR CODEL, says DC and Kyiv agree on threat from Russia Putin seethes publicly, Lavrov rants quietly... | politico.com”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @ZaneFrancescato – “Thank you, Congressman, for your office's assistance in getting Farooq and his family to #Nebraska. It was a privilege to elevate this family's story with @USGLC and a timely reminder that there is still more work to be done in getting our allies out of #Afghanistan. Link to quoted tweet”

Baird (R-IN-4) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “The Biden administration failed to hold a single meeting on evacuations in Afghanistan until the 11th hour. As a result of their negligence, hundreds of Americans were left behind. This administration must answer for this foreign policy disaster. Link to quoted tweetThe Biden admin didn't hold a single meeting on evacuations until August 14th—days before Kabul fell and 13 U.S. were KIA. This President is an indisputable failure. Republicans will continue to investigate the series of mishaps that resulted in this foreign policy disaster.”

Bice (R-OK-5) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @ChadPergram – “After Afghanistan briefing, Dem CT Sen Blumenthal says "I am deeply dissatisfied, in fact downright upset with the lagging laggard efforts in evacuating Afghan allies from that country..I have heard nothing that reassures me that the pace or intensity will increase"”

Carter (R-GA-1) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “The deadliest attack on Americans in Afghanistan in a decade was the direct result of Biden's lack of planning. "Failure" doesn't even begin to cover it. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Diaz-Balart (R-FL-25) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @GOPLeader – “The Biden admin didn't hold a single meeting on evacuations until August 14th—days before Kabul fell and 13 U.S. were KIA. This President is an indisputable failure. Republicans will continue to investigate the series of mishaps that resulted in this foreign policy disaster.”

Ernst (R-IA) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “The Biden administration needs to designate the Taliban as a terrorist organization. Over 100 ex-Afghan forces, officials killed since US pullout: UN... | militarytimes.com”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “This Administration waited until the afternoon before Taliban forces took over Kabul to plan an evacuation. The consequence was American lives.”

Ferguson (R-GA-3) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Every day, we learn more about the immense incompetency of President Biden. As Afghanistan fell, his administration had no plan to help rescue Afghan nationals who'd helped the U.S., then lied about it. This is not a man fit to lead our nation. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Fischer (R-NE) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “I am frustrated after today's briefing with @SecDef and @SecBlinken. This briefing should have been open to the public. 🧵 Instead, it took place behind closed doors and administration officials purposefully stonewalled, limiting senators' opportunities to ask important questions. Nebraskans have not forgotten the terrorist attack at the Kabul airport that killed one of our own. No one has been held accountable. The American people deserve to hear from those responsible for what the U.S. faces now in Afghanistan and with the ongoing situation in Ukraine.”

Garcia (R-CA-25) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Under @POTUS's weak leadership, we let our allies down. We broke our promises. While this report is heartbreaking- it is not surprising. My office has successfully managed to get 115 Americans & Afghan allies evacuated. We remain committed to this mission. UN: More than 100 former Afghan troops, officials killed since Taliban takeover... | foxnews.com”

Green (R-TN-7) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Sitting in Washington trying to decide on crucial actions just hours before Kabul fell to the Taliban proves how incompetent Joe Biden truly is. This will never be forgotten. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Hassan (D-NH) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “These documents further underscore my concerns with an arbitrary withdrawal. The Biden administration needed a plan in place for the safe evacuation of Americans and partners. We need answers on how this went wrong. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures - Axios”

Hawley (R-MO) 02/02/2022: Tweet – ““It is a total travesty and it is for one reason only: they do not want to have any accountability. They do not want to answer questions in public.” Senator Hawley decries the confidential hearing for Afghanistan that happened today. Hawley slams closed-door Afghanistan withdrawal hearing as 'a joke' | Fox News”

Hawley (R-MO) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “This from an Administration that has coddled Russia from Day One and now brought Europe to the brink of war - giving the Russians Nord Stream 2, refusing Ukraine military aid last year, and conducting a disastrous evacuation of Afghanistan that emboldened our enemies worldwide Link to quoted tweetPsaki responds to Hawley's letter, suggests Missouri Republican is "parroting" Russian talking points”

Hawley (R-MO) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “The Biden Administration wants to talk about the Afghanistan debacle only behind closed doors, to avoid tough questions & public scrutiny. Democracy dies in darkness, as someone once said Hawley slams closed-door Afghanistan withdrawal hearing as 'a joke'... | foxnews.com”

Herrell (R-NM-2) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @lindsay_rhodes – “"This hearing is a farce. We should be looking at inflation, the economy, Afghanistan, the border crisis, and so many other issues that are of importance to our nation and to our constituents." -@RepHerrell at the #WFT Workplace Congressional Roundtable”

Inhofe (R-OK) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “Everyone could see what was coming in Afghanistan. In May, I asked Biden officials what they were doing to help our friends in Afghanistan who were in danger as the Taliban surged. Now we see the admin was scrambling as late as Aug. 14. Shameful. Link to quoted tweetNEW: Leaked notes from a White House Situation Room meeting the day before Kabul fell shed new light on just how unprepared the Biden administration was for the mass evacuation from Afghanistan. w @HansNichols (Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com) Watch here as I pressed two Biden officials about what the admin was doing to help our allies and friends in Afghanistan, back on May 20. They promised, “we're coming out together.” That obviously did not happen, and now our partners are paying the price. Inhofe Drills Biden Administration Officials About Evacuating Afghan Friends and Partners - YouTube”

Inhofe (R-OK) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “Today's briefing with @SecDef and @SecBlinken on #Afghanistan was light on details and should not have been conducted behind closed doors. My full statement ↓ Inhofe Responds to Closed Afghanistan Briefing with Blinken, Austin | inhofe.senate.gov Many Americans — especially our service members and veterans — were disturbed by what they saw last summer in Afghanistan, and they want more information as much as I do. So today, I secured commitments from both @SecBlinken & @SecDef to return for a public hearing on the topic.”

Joyce (R-PA-13) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “President Biden's failed withdrawal from Afghanistan has left Americans less safe. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Kaine (D-VA) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “President Biden promised that ISIS leaders responsible for the death of 13 US troops in Kabul on August 26 would pay the price. Our troops protect us every day and we owe them thanks. Link to quoted tweetLast night at my direction, U.S. military forces successfully undertook a counterterrorism operation. Thanks to the bravery of our Armed Forces, we have removed from the battlefield Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi — the leader of ISIS. (Statement by President Joe Biden | The White House)”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “.@USTreasury must act now to unfreeze aid to Afghanistan and help put an end to this humanitarian crisis. ‘No Future Here': More Than a Million Afghans Flee as Economy Collapses... | nytimes.com”

Kim (R-CA-39) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “Secretary Blinken told me he was trying to “put in place a system” to save lives in a mid-September @HouseForeignGOP hearing weeks after Kabul had fallen. To say the Biden administration wasn't prepared to evacuate Americans & allies is an understatement. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com I am leading the RESCUES Act to demand basic answers from the State Department: -# of Americans & allies behind enemy lines  -taxpayer cost of Afghanistan evacuations  -cost & amount of U.S. military arsenal in Taliban possession  GOP lawmakers demand greater oversight of chaotic Afghanistan evacuation... | foxnews.com”

LaTurner (R-KS-2) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “New reporting shows that the Biden Administration was woefully unprepared the afternoon before Taliban forces took over the city of Kabul. President Biden must be held accountable for the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan that left Americans stranded behind enemy lines. ⤵️ Link to quoted tweetSCOOP: Leaked notes from a White House Situation Room meeting the day before Kabul fell shed new light on just how unprepared the Biden administration was to evacuate Afghan nationals who'd helped the U.S. in its 20-year war against the Taliban. (Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com)”

Long (R-MO-7) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @GOPLeader – “The Biden admin didn't hold a single meeting on evacuations until August 14th—days before Kabul fell and 13 U.S. were KIA. This President is an indisputable failure. Republicans will continue to investigate the series of mishaps that resulted in this foreign policy disaster.”

Long (R-MO-7) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “The Biden Administration led a failed, botched evacuation of Afghanistan, and abandoned 9000 American citizens to the Taliban in the process. The American people deserve answers on this terrible operation. U.S. government left as many as 9,000 American citizens in Afghanistan after withdrawal, senate report reveals... | dailycaller.com”

Long (R-MO-7) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @GOPChairwoman – “We can now say definitively what Americans already knew: Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal was a disaster and an insult to those who lost their lives because of it. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures - Axios”

Mast (R-FL-18) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “This disaster resulted in the deaths of innocent Americans and Afghan allies, and President Biden is solely responsible for it because he was so focused on politics that he completely ignored the planning necessary to achieve a critical security objective. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Mast (R-FL-18) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I'll be joining @seanspicer & @LyndsayMkeith at 6pm on @newsmax to discuss the leaked document that shows how unprepared Biden was for the withdrawal in Afghanistan.”

Mast (R-FL-18) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “This is how unprepared the Biden Administration was - new leaked documents show just hours before the fall of Kabul to the Taliban, they still had no concrete plans to withdraw from Afghanistan. Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @jonathanvswan – “The meeting notes - published here in full - highlight how many crucial actions the Biden administration was deciding at the last minute, just hours before Kabul would fall and former Afghan President Ashraf Ghani would flee his palace in a helicopter. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “The Biden admin didn't hold a single meeting on evacuations until August 14th—days before Kabul fell and 13 U.S. were KIA. This President is an indisputable failure. Republicans will continue to investigate the series of mishaps that resulted in this foreign policy disaster.”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @RepBrianMast – “This is how unprepared the Biden Administration was - new leaked documents show just hours before the fall of Kabul to the Taliban, they still had no concrete plans to withdraw from Afghanistan. Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 02/02/2022: GETTR Post – “The Biden admin didn't hold a single meeting on evacuations until August 14th—days before Kabul fell and 13 U.S. were KIA. This President is an indisputable failure. Republicans will continue to investigate the series of mishaps that resulted in this foreign policy disaster. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures | bit.ly”

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “The U.S. used to negotiate from a posture of peace through strength. The Biden Doctrine is crisis through weakness. - Weak energy policies - Tragic failures in Afghanistan - Disaster at the Southern border President Biden's weakness has emboldened Putin to act with aggression. Link to video”

Reschenthaler (R-PA-14) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Hours before the Taliban took Kabul, the Biden Admin was still assigning basic tasks for a civilian evacuation. 13 service members died implementing their last-minute plan. Biden's incompetence puts Americans last. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Risch (R-ID) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I'm glad Secretaries Austin & Blinken finally came to testify before SFRC & SASC, but many of their answers gloss over the mistakes made in #AFG. These errors have serious implications in AFG & around the world where U.S. credibility is being questioned. Risch on Biden Administration's Continued Refusal to Provide Fulsome Answers on Afghanistan | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”

Risch (R-ID) 02/03/2022: Twitter thread – “While there's disagreement over the policy to leave #Afghanistan, Americans share outrage over how the admin. withdrew, & what that failure has done to America's reputation. This morning I released a report that details what went wrong & why. More.⤵️ Risch Publishes Report on Biden Administration's Strategic Failures During Afghanistan Withdrawal | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations "Having wasted 115 days, the National Security Council didn't conduct its first senior meeting to discuss the #Afganistan withdrawal until August 14 at 3:30pm, just hours before #Kabul fell, when evacuations became life or death for Americans, Afghans, & U.S. military personnel." "The Biden Administration's senior leaders have argued the disaster in #Afghanistan was inevitable and there was nothing anyone could do about it. These arguments are indeed true, but only because after squandering 115 days, events would control them, not the other way around." "For many allied nations, the reality of having to rely on the U.S. to ferry their citizens to safety created political earthquakes, even leading to resignations of some ministers. This failure to consult, notify, & coordinate w/ #NATO has left a stain on the U.S. reputation." People will debate for years to come about the “why” & “when” of the U.S. withdrawal from #Afghanistan. This report has looked at the “how,” and it is clear the senior leadership of the Biden Administration failed. Read my full report “Left Behind” here: Link to PDF | foreign.senate.gov”

Rogers (R-AL-3) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “I warned the Biden administration for months of what was going to happen in Afghanistan & urged them to have a plan. This NSC Memo proves that they shamefully sat on their hands until Kabul fell. This is undeniable proof of the negligence & incompetence of the Biden admin. Link to quoted tweetThese leaked documents reveal just how “unprepared” Biden was for his disastrous withdrawal and further prove that Biden alone is to blame for the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan. (Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com)”

Scott (R-GA-8) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @JustTheNews – “Congressman Austin Scott says Biden's failure in Afghanistan revealed weaknesses that Putin is exploiting. #JustTheNews @AustinScottGA08 @jsolomonreports @AmandaHead @RealAmVoice Watch the full show here 📽️ : JUST THE NEWS - NOT NOISE WITH JOHN SOLOMON & AMANDA HEAD   Link to video”

Scott (R-SC) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “After an incredibly unprepared administration botched the #Afghanistan withdrawal, we cannot let history repeat itself with their potential fumbling of the situation in #Ukraine as well. This is a time for us to lead the international community by example—not cower in fear. Link to quoted tweetSCOOP: Leaked notes from a White House Situation Room meeting the day before Kabul fell shed new light on just how unprepared the Biden administration was to evacuate Afghan nationals who'd helped the U.S. in its 20-year war against the Taliban. (Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com)”

Scott (R-SC) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Biden's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan was worse than we thought: as Taliban terrorists descended on Kabul, the Biden administration still had no plan to get our people out. His weak leadership left American citizens and allies in danger. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Sessions (R-TX-17) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @HouseGOP – “These leaked documents reveal just how “unprepared” Biden was for his disastrous withdrawal and further prove that Biden alone is to blame for the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Spanberger (D-VA-7) 02/02/2022: Twitter thread – “Yesterday, the final group of Afghan nationals temporarily housed at Fort Pickett in Nottoway County, Virginia departed the base. When I visited Fort Pickett in September — not long after the arrival of the first evacuees — the experience was surreal. 1/8 Link to image I saw fear on the faces of Afghan children, families, and those who had protected the lives of American servicemembers. I saw sadness and confusion, not only for those who were fleeing the Taliban, but for those who fought alongside many of these people or their relatives. 2/8 But in that moment, I also saw the @VaNationalGuard's commitment to our Commonwealth and our country. I saw the same values that have always defined the men and women of the Guard — an unmatched level of professionalism, a tireless work ethic, and unbreakable patriotism. 3/8 When called to contribute to Operation Allies Welcome, the Virginia National Guard showed what it means to serve — taking on a massive logistical challenge, balancing competing missions, and delivering for thousands in need of safety and shelter. All on short notice. 4/8 I want to thank them for their dedication and for keeping my office updated about the shifting security and medical needs at the facility. You continue to represent the best of Virginia. 5/8 Yesterday's departure also reminds us of the compassion we saw from the people of Blackstone and the entire Nottoway community. They should take pride in the role they played and the acts of service they provided to strangers from the other side of the world. 6/8 However, I know that this mission did not come without tremendous burdens on infrastructure, healthcare systems, and local services — and I will continue pressing the administration for plans to prevent such disruptions from occurring in the future. 7/8 I'll keep seeking answers about the challenges this process caused and the strain put on facilities like Fort Pickett and communities like Nottoway. But today, Virginians should be proud of how we came to the aid of those who needed a shot at hope, opportunity, and survival. 8/8”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “NEVER FORGET Joe Biden abandoned Americans behind enemy lines. New documents CONFIRM Joe Biden is to blame for his failed withdrawal from Afghanistan. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures - Axios”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Joe Biden has FAILED America as our Commander-in-Chief. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 02/02/2022: GETTR Post – “Joe Biden has FAILED America as our Commander-in-Chief. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures | axios.com”

Steube (R-FL-17) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Couldn't agree with the Senator more. Catch me on @Newsmax 9:15pm tonight to discuss! Link to quoted tweet.@HawleyMO on Afghanistan hearing: The fact that this hearing is happening behind closed doors is absolutely outrageous. ...It is for one reason only -- [the Biden Admin] does not want to have any accountability... this is not oversight, it is a joke. (Link to twitter.com)”

Taylor (R-TX-3) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “Biden abandoned hundreds of Americans and our allies in Afghanistan behind enemy lines. He violated one of our most strongly held principles - leave no man behind. The complete lack of leadership is disgraceful and dangerous. Link to quoted tweetNEW: Leaked notes from a White House Situation Room meeting the day before Kabul fell shed new light on just how unprepared the Biden administration was for the mass evacuation from Afghanistan. w @HansNichols (Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com)”

Webster (R-FL-11) 02/02/2022: Retweet of @HouseGOP – “These leaked documents reveal just how “unprepared” Biden was for his disastrous withdrawal and further prove that Biden alone is to blame for the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan. Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Wittman (R-VA-1) 02/02/2022: Tweet – “President Biden's inaction and backwards withdrawal from Afghanistan left Americans stranded and led to one of the greatest foreign policy failures in recent American history. Where is the accountability? Leaked document reveals Biden's Afghan failures... | axios.com”

Other - Middle East

Adams (D-NC-12) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @POTUS – “Last night at my direction, U.S. military forces successfully undertook a counterterrorism operation. Thanks to the bravery of our Armed Forces, we have removed from the battlefield Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi — the leader of ISIS. Statement by President Joe Biden | The White House”

Duckworth (D-IL) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Today, @POTUS dealt a serious blow to ISIS that will damage their ability to regroup, and the US sent a strong message that we will remain steadfast in the fight to stop the spread of terrorism while staying vigilant in hunting down those who've harmed Americans. Link to quoted tweetLast night at my direction, U.S. military forces successfully undertook a counterterrorism operation. Thanks to the bravery of our Armed Forces, we have removed from the battlefield Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi — the leader of ISIS. (Statement by President Joe Biden | The White House)”

Durbin (D-IL) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “I commend President Biden for giving this order and send my thanks to the brave Americans who carried out the raid. The world is a safer place today because of their courage and expertise. Link to quoted tweetLast night, operating on my orders, U.S. military forces successfully removed a major terrorist threat to the world: the global leader of ISIS. Thanks to the bravery of our troops, this horrible terrorist leader is no more.”

Ernst (R-IA) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “My statement on the killing of ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi: Link to image”

Kildee (D-MI-5) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “America delivered justice to the leader of ISIS & a terrorist group seeking to do us harm. I applaud @POTUS for his strong leadership to keep our nation safe. Thanks to our military personnel & intelligence community for their work on this successful counterterrorism operation. Link to quoted tweetPresident Biden, Vice President Harris and members of the President's national security team observe the counterterrorism operation responsible for removing from the battlefield Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi — the leader of ISIS. (Link to twitter.com)”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “This operation shows that all who threaten the American people & our allies will find no refuge in this world. Our global fight against terrorism continues, and it remains a generational battle. God bless our troops who let us sleep easy at night. Live Updates: U.S. Announces Killing of ISIS Leader in Raid... | nytimes.com”

Long (R-MO-7) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @mikepompeo – “The world is safer today because ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi is dead.”

McClain (R-MI-10) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Taking down the leader of ISIS is a win for America! Now it's time for President Biden to show that same strength to the rest of our adversaries.”

McClain (R-MI-10) 02/03/2022: GETTR Post – “Taking down the leader of ISIS is a win for America! Now it's time for President Biden to show that same strength to the rest of our adversaries.”

Murphy (R-NC-3) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Congratulations to the Biden administration for taking out ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi. Too bad they were against taking out Soleimoni because Trump did it. Democratic Presidential Candidates Criticize Trump For Ordering Soleimani Strike... | npr.org”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 02/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Last night, America delivered justice to the leader of ISIS and struck a serious blow to this terrorist group.  Our entire nation is grateful for the patriotism and dedication of our military personnel and intelligence community. On behalf of the Congress, I salute @POTUS' strong leadership to keep our nation safe and secure. The death of Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi is a strong step forward in the fight against ISIS, but the death of this ISIS leader does not mean the death of ISIS. Congress remains ironclad in our commitment to our national security, and we will continue to work closely with the Administration to protect the American people. Read my full statement here: Pelosi Statement on Counterterrorism Operation Against Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi | Speaker Nancy Pelosi”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 02/03/2022: Retweet of @POTUS – “Last night at my direction, U.S. military forces successfully undertook a counterterrorism operation. Thanks to the bravery of our Armed Forces, we have removed from the battlefield Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi — the leader of ISIS. Statement by President Joe Biden | The White House”

Toomey (R-PA) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Thanks to the bravery of American soldiers, the leader of ISIS was killed. Last night's successful raid is a reminder to all ISIS terrorists that we will continue to fight until the threat of ISIS has been eliminated.”

Warner (D-VA) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “ISIS remains a clear global threat, and while any loss of life is tragic, active terrorists need to understand they will be hunted down. I appreciate the bravery of the U.S. forces involved and look forward to getting further briefings. Link to quoted tweetLast night at my direction, U.S. military forces successfully undertook a counterterrorism operation. Thanks to the bravery of our Armed Forces, we have removed from the battlefield Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi — the leader of ISIS. (Statement by President Joe Biden | The White House)”

Wicker (R-MS) 02/03/2022: Tweet – “Thank you to our U.S. military's special operators, who continue to find and eliminate evil perpetrators wherever they sleep. The leader of ISIS is gone, and the world is a safer place because of it.”