Last updated on Mon March 28, 2022 at 12:49 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Bacon (R-NE-2) 03/27/2022: Tweet – “Israel is targeted once again by terrorists, the second time in a week. This is why we stand shoulder to shoulder with our ally and why we make these terrorists our common enemy. Our condolences to the two murdered Israelis. Two suspected Arab gunmen kill two in Israeli city and are shot dead - ambulance service”
Bacon (R-NE-2) 03/28/2022: Tweet – “For decades, Israel has been our best ally and the only legitimate democracy in the Middle East. We should always support Israel's right to protect itself and counter those conducting terrorism against them. #IStandWithIsrael Link to image”
Bacon (R-NE-2) 03/27/2022: Retweet of @RepJoshG – “Hezbollah, Hamas, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad — all terrorist organizations — are financed by the Iranian regime, the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism. Bipartisan House group 'highly concerned' about potential Iran deal, calls on Biden for answers | Fox News”
Deutch (D-FL-22) 03/28/2022: Tweet – “Truly historic to see this gathering of Foreign Ministers take place in Israel. Remarkable to watch normalization bear fruit across so many areas. Grateful to @SecBlinken for continued US support & @yairlapid for hosting. U.S., Israel and Arab states to expand cooperation in unprecedented meeting... | washingtonpost.com”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 03/27/2022: Retweet of @JGreenblattADL – “There must be zero tolerance for terrorism, with no lifting of sanctions or designation for the IRGC. As I've repeatedly said Iran's extremist actions, including terrorism, must be stopped: We need a coalition of moral courage to oppose Iran's fascism... | blogs.timesofisrael.com Washington to maintain sanctions on IRGC even with Iran nuclear deal, US envoy says... | timesofisrael.com”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 03/27/2022: Twitter thread – “I was heartbroken to hear of the heinous terror attack in Hadera, Israel, reportedly perpetrated by Islamic State terrorists. I strongly condemn this horrific attack. Two suspected Arab gunmen kill two in Israeli city and are shot dead - ambulance service At a time when Israeli and Arab partners are meeting at the #NegevSummit, extremists are seeking to derail peaceful progress. This landmark summit is an important step toward achieving long-term, peaceful solutions in the Middle East.”
Graham (R-SC) 03/28/2022: Retweet of @DavidM_Friedman – “Was honored to receive a visit today from Senator Lindsey Graham, one of America's greatest advocates for a strong US-Israel relationship. Welcome to Israel and thank you for all have done and will continue to do! Link to image”
Long (R-MO-7) 03/27/2022: Retweet of @HananyaNaftali – “This is one of the victims who was murdered by the terrorists today. His name is Yazan Falah (19), an Israeli Druze who recently joined the Israeli Border Police. May his memory be a blessing. 💔🕯 Link to image”
Plaskett (D-VI-0) 03/27/2022: Twitter thread – “My son Israel, and the lady of the house Queen Coziah, think it's their job to check me before I leave the house… 🙄 Link to image Link to reply@ReveriefitRae @StaceyPlaskett A english mastiff i think @fred_destarac @ReveriefitRae A Cane corso mastiff Link to reply@StaceyPlaskett Hahaha I love it! They're adorable! What kind of dog is Queen Coziah? She is stunning. @ReveriefitRae Thanks! A Cane Corso mastiff”
Rice (D-NY-4) 03/28/2022: Tweet – “I condemn the horrific terror attack by ISIS in Hadera, Israel. This senseless violence must stop. I stand with our ally Israel and send my deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Two Israelis killed in shooting attack in Hadera, attackers shot dead... | m.jpost.com”
Schneider (D-IL-10) 03/28/2022: Tweet – “This is exciting news! Congratulations, @DanielBShapiro. I'm looking forward to working together with you to advance the Abraham Accords towards a lasting peace for the people of the Middle East. Link to quoted tweetSome personal news: I'm delighted to be joining the @AtlanticCouncil's strong Middle East team, focusing on US-Israel relations, regional security, & advancing normalization. Today's #Negev_Summit illustrates the huge opportunities before us. @ACMideast has played a leading role. (Link to twitter.com)”
Iran
Bacon (R-NE-2) 03/27/2022: In reply to Tweet@ViceroyChicken @FrankLuntz @GOP Donnie is my rep @DonJBacon who retweeted this as part of his simplistic ongoing attacks on Biden. – “@himm7 @ViceroyChicken @FrankLuntz @GOP We can start with the 3 gaffes this week that the WH is still trying to clean up, then to the slow response to provide needed weapons before the invasion, then to asking Russia to be intermediary with Iran, to reluctance stop buying Russian gas, the MIG-29s… we can go on and on.”
Burchett (R-TN-2) 03/28/2022: Tweet – ““Not Confident” how can we have any faith in Iran or Russia to broker this deal? US envoy not confident Iran nuclear deal imminent... | thehill.com”
Cole (R-OK-4) 03/28/2022: Tweet – “By negotiating with Iran, @POTUS is risking our nation's security for an agreement that would undoubtedly increase volatility in the Middle East & ultimately maintain the way for Iran to acquire nuclear weapons. More ⬇ Stop the Rise of a Nuclear Iran... | cole.house.gov”
McCarthy (R-CA-23) 03/27/2022: Tweet – “As a global energy power, we can provide low energy prices, steady jobs, & security for America and our allies—but President Biden prefers to line the pockets of ruthless dictators in Venezuela and Iran, instead. This only undermines our allies and emboldens our adversaries.”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 03/27/2022: Tweet – “We've gone from peace deals on the White House lawn to a growing crisis in the Middle East. Insane that the Biden Admin is even considering lifting the sanctions on Iran that will send billions through Tehran straight to its terrorist proxies and a Russian weapons buying spree. Link to video”
Iraq
Gosar (R-AZ-4) 03/28/2022: Retweet of @DarrenJBeattie – “"Raytheon, Lockheed, and others make a ton of money if we send their military equipment to Iraq, Afghanistan, Ukraine. No one gets rich if less fentanyl comes across our southern border." Fresh Off Debate Victory, America First Senate Candidate J.D. Vance Talks With Revolver About His Plans to Take Back the Country - Revolver”
Turkey
Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 03/28/2022: Tweet – “Send the friggin Migs! Link to quoted tweet#Armenia handed over four Su-30 fighter jets to #Russia along with specially trained pilots to take part in the war in #Ukraine, #Turkish intelligence says. #RussiaUkraineWar (Link to twitter.com)”
Lamb (D-PA-17) 03/27/2022: Tweet – “It was great to stop by the Turkish Cultural Center in Pittsburgh for a meet & greet today. Thank you for giving me a chance to learn about the work you do, and for a delicious meal. Link to image”
Sudan
Coons (D-DE) 03/27/2022: Tweet – “I was pleased the Biden administration took action this week to sanction Sudan's Central Reserve Police over the crackdown on protestors. I hope to see additional sanctions on military leaders & their networks to force the regime to change course and restore civilian rule. ⤵️ Link to quoted tweetThe U.S. has the chance to create a path for democracy and accountability to take hold in Sudan. Modernized sanctions that target kleptocratic military networks can help bring about a new government of the people. See my op-ed in @ForeignPolicy: (Targeted Sanctions Can Help Restore Democracy in Sudan... | foreignpolicy.com)”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY-14) 03/27/2022: Retweet of @TheJewishVote – “The Jewish Vote's @DaniaRajendra reminds us why we need champions like @AOC @ZohranKMamdani @jessicaramos and @votejgr at every level of government fighting for policies that protect us all! Find and support all the champions we've endorsed so far at 2022 Endorsements - The Jewish Vote Link to video”
Scott (R-SC) 03/28/2022: Tweet – “This week I visited #HateEndsNowTour where I met with Joe Engels — a survivor of the Holocaust. The tour's cattle car replica & presentation provides a sobering experience. We must continue to stand against hate and focus on building a better world for future generations. Link to image”
Afghanistan
Blackburn (R-TN) 03/27/2022: Tweet – “The Taliban government is imposing new chaperone rules on Afghan women. This is the result of our disastrous departure from Afghanistan.”
Gimenez (R-FL-26) 03/27/2022: Tweet – “Biden's Ukraine speech was another example of perfunctory leadership. Just like with Afghanistan, Biden's cabinet and senior aides have to walk back his remarks. Could you imagine aides and staffers walking it back when Reagan told Gorbachev to “tear down this wall?””
Murphy (R-NC-3) 03/27/2022: Tweet – “Remember when ole Joe said ‘inflation will be transitory' and ‘we will leave no American behind' in Afghanistan? The good American people aren't buying your lies @POTUS Biden's job approval falls to lowest level of his presidency amid war and inflation fears... | nbcnews.com”
Murphy (R-NC-3) 03/27/2022: Twitter thread – “Let there be no doubt the Ukrainian War started with Obama's weakness in the Crimea. Then it gained momentum in Afghanistan. Maybe you didn't like Trump's mean tweets but he was not a naive Neville Chamberlain.Putin banked on Obama's appeasement to continue under Biden, sparking Russo-Ukranian war: expert... | foxnews.com Link to reply@RepGregMurphy not sure if you are aware of current events but russia is getting it's ass kicked @craigsturf Little consolation to the thousands of murdered Ukrainians and millions of displaced ones.”