Members on the Record (Automated) for Fri April 01, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @davidcicilline – “My heart breaks for the Israeli people and the loved ones of the eleven people killed in this week's terror attacks. May their memories be a blessing. We all must stand against antisemitism in all its forms - and against the hate that is fueling these attacks.”

Deutch (D-FL-22) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Excited to welcome Minister @EsawiFr for a discussion w/ @HouseForeign today.   From the historic Abraham Accords to promoting regional cooperation, & Israeli-Palestinian people to people & economic ties, the Minister's insight will help shape our approach to peace in the region. Link to image”

Hyde-Smith (R-MS) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “By unfairly singling out Israel, the @UN_HRC undermines its credibility to investigate human rights violations around the world. We're urging @SecBlinken to defend Israel from discriminatory treatment at the Human Rights Council and throughout the UN system.”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “I'm PROUD to be leading this bipartisan effort to protect our friends in Israel from the world's leading state sponsor of terror and its proxies in the Middle East! We can't afford to ignore the threat posed by Iran-backed proxies like Hamas and Hezbollah. Learn more ⬇️ Link to quoted tweetSCOOP: Congress Wants To Expose How New Sanctions Relief Will Empower Iranian Terrorist Groups -- Bipartisan bill requires unprecedented reporting on Iranian terror capabilities targeting Israel as new nuke deal hangs in balance (Congress Wants to Expose How Sanctions Relief Will Empower Iranian Terrorist Groups... | freebeacon.com)”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @JasonMBrodsky – “New bipartisan legislation in Congress, entitled Keeping #Israel Safe from Iranian Proxies Act, would force the Biden administration to release information about sanctions relief will impact #Iran's proxy & partner network. 1/2 Congress Wants to Expose How Sanctions Relief Will Empower Iranian Terrorist Groups... | freebeacon.com”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @Kredo0 – “SCOOP: Congress Wants To Expose How New Sanctions Relief Will Empower Iranian Terrorist Groups -- Bipartisan bill requires unprecedented reporting on Iranian terror capabilities targeting Israel as new nuke deal hangs in balance Congress Wants to Expose How Sanctions Relief Will Empower Iranian Terrorist Groups... | freebeacon.com”

Levin (D-MI-9) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “It was a pleasure to meet with Rabbi Gilad Kariv, Member of the Israeli Knesset, during his trip to DC this week. As the first Reform Rabbi to be elected to the Knesset, his partnership is crucial as we work to further peace and progress towards a two-state solution. Link to image”

Levin (D-MI-9) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “My colleagues and I met today with Israel's Minister of Regional Cooperation Esawi Frej & Amb. Michael Herzog. I walked away more determined to continue our partnership and work toward a two-state solution that delivers true peace and security for Israelis and Palestinians. Link to image”

Mast (R-FL-18) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Israel is constantly under attack diplomatically and domestically. We must continue to stand with Israel. Israel says gunman who killed 5 in third such recent attack was Palestinian... | cbsnews.com”

Nadler (D-NY-10) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “I'm heartbroken by the heinous terrorist attacks in Israel over the last week. I mourn with the innocent victims' families and with the people of Israel. May their memories be a blessing.”

Schakowsky (D-IL-9) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “It's about time! U.S. Senate unanimously confirms Deborah Lipstadt as antisemitism envoy... | haaretz.com”

Schneider (D-IL-10) 03/31/2022: Twitter thread – “Today, for the 4th time in recent days, Israeli citizens suffered a gruesome terrorist attack. I extend my condolences to the families and communities of the 11 people murdered, and I pray for the full recovery of all those injured in these gruesome attacks.🧵 These attacks by individuals linked to Hamas and ISIS, are an assault not just on Israelis, but on all those who believe in peace. The goal of these terror groups, and the people they inspire, is simply the death of Israelis and the destruction of Israel. The world must join in condemnation of these attacks. I was pleased to see the demonstration of unity of for peace and progress at the recent Abraham Accords Summit in the Negev and know that the United States stands in solidarity with Israel. Congress will continue to support our ally as they confront hate and terror.”

Scott (R-FL) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “This is disgusting and these acts of terror must stop. I strongly condemn these heinous and brutal attacks on Israelis and firmly stand with our great ally, Israel. Link to quoted tweet#Israeli security forces conducted a widespread arrest campaign throughout the #WestBank early Wednesday morning in the Balata refugee camp in Nablus, Bethlehem, Kedum, Ramallah, Marda, Ya'bad, and villages south of Bethlehem. (Three injured in Bnei Brak shooting... | jpost.com)”

Wicker (R-MS) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Israel is a vital ally that is disproportionately and unfairly targeted at the UNHRC. I was proud to join @SenHydeSmith and other Senators calling for this to end. Mississippi stands strong with Israel. Wicker, Hyde-Smith Call For End of Anti-Israel Focus of U.N. Human Rights Council... | wicker.senate.gov”

Young (R-IN) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @SenToddYoung for standing with our ally Israel as it confronts terrorism. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to quoted tweet”

Lebanon

Joyce (R-PA-13) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “Today, we mourn the loss of Lebanon City Police Lieutenant William Lebo, a 40 year veteran of the force who was planning to retire in May. Please join me in praying for Lt. Lebo's family, friends, and fellow officers. Link to image”

Smucker (R-PA-11) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “May our thoughts and prayers be with the Lebanon City Police Department and the families of those who mourn. Tragically, one officer was killed in the line of duty and two were injured.”

Toomey (R-PA) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “My condolences are with the family and loved ones of the Lebanon City Police officer who was killed last evening while on duty. Please join me in wishing the injured officers a full & speedy recovery. A sobering reminder of the dangers officers face daily. 1 officer killed, 2 others shot in Pennsylvania... | apnews.com”

Iran

Cotton (R-AR) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “As Joe Biden chases an even worse Iran nuclear deal, consider how America's friends in the region look at things. America is dismantling the pillars of its own empire - Saudi editor”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “A nuclear deal with Iran does nothing but threaten our homeland and our allies in the region. Before it is too late, talks must stop!”

Franklin (R-FL-15) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Really - this is your priority? Let's not have the public wonder why your deterrence failed miserably in Ukraine, or how your advice led to the bungled withdrawal in Afghanistan, or how you want to legitimize Iran's IRGC, a KNOWN terrorist organization. Link to quoted tweetU.S. citizens will be able to select X as their gender marker on their U.S. passport book starting April 11. As we mark Transgender Day of Visibility, we mark this historic moment at the @StateDept as a meaningful step towards LGBTQI+ inclusivity. #TDOV”

Fulcher (R-ID-1) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “I am cosponsoring H.Res. 990 to: 1. Oppose engaging Russia for reviving any form of the JCPOA with Iran 2. Oppose removing terrorism sanctions on Iran 3. Oppose restoring any form of the JCPOA while the issue of Iran's undeclared nuclear activities remains unresolved Link to image”

Gibbs (R-OH-7) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Despite Iran's continued support of terrorist organizations around the world, the Biden administration still embraces them as a negotiating partner in this irresponsible crusade for a deal. Link to quoted tweet🚨NEW🚨 @RepJamesComer, @RepGrothman, @virginiafoxx & Oversight Republicans call on @SecBlinken to provide answers on the Biden Administration's plan to revive the flawed Iran deal and give the regime more leniency to the detriment of American interests. (Top House Republicans Sound Alarm Over Biden's Attempt to Revive Flawed Iran Nuclear Deal - United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform)”

Kim (R-CA-39) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Ceding leverage to authoritarian regimes hurts our economy, national security and global leadership. The Biden administration cannot embolden the Ayatollah and threaten global security with an Iran Nuclear Deal, worse than JCPOA. The U.S. must lead.🇺🇸”

Lesko (R-AZ-8) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “The world currently faces: ▪️ Increasing Russian aggression. ▪️ A Taliban takeover in Afghanistan. ▪️ China's growing military threat. ▪️ Nuclear threats from Iran. Yet Biden's proposed budget requests a 14% increase for non-defense spending and a dismal 4% for defense.”

Markey (D-MA) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Congress can shape a safer, more inspiring future by supporting President Biden's effort to reenter a good Iran Nuclear Deal. I'm live on the Senate floor. Ed Markey... | twitter.com”

Menendez (D-NJ) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Iran's attack on women peacefully protesting its discriminatory stadium ban is reprehensible. @FIFAcom should investigate and hold accountable Iran's Football Federation for the violent attempt to ban women ticketholders from attending FIFA-sponsored matches. Link to quoted tweet"In Kabul, they don't allow girls to attend high school. In Mashhad, they don't allow them to enter stadiums." ('We Object, We Object': Outrage After Iran Blocks Women From Attending Soccer Match... | rferl.org)”

Meuser (R-PA-9) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “The Biden administration is rushing to cut another nuclear deal with Iran, offering concessions that will enrich our adversaries, endanger our allies, and cost America dearly. A nuclear deal with Iran was misguided 7 years ago, it is downright dangerous today. Link to video”

Murphy (D-CT) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @JustinTLogan – ““It's important to remember that not one Democratic lawmaker who voted for the Iran deal in 2015 lost their seat to someone who opposed the deal in 2016. Not one." -@dylanotes 'The president will get his way': Congress likely can't stop new Iran nuke deal... | politi.co”

Murphy (D-CT) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @SenMarkey – “Congress can shape a safer, more inspiring future by supporting President Biden's effort to reenter a good Iran Nuclear Deal. I'm live on the Senate floor. Ed Markey... | twitter.com”

Risch (R-ID) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “My conversations w/ our #MiddleEast allies clearly underscore opposition to delisting the #IRGC as an FTO. Biden should heed the warnings from our partners on the front lines of #Iran's terrorist activity & abandon this ill-advised concession to the regime.Risch: Our Allies Agree – IRGC Delisting Would be Dangerous | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”

Saudi Arabia

Omar (D-MN-5) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @RepAdamSchiff – “Jamal Khashoggi was murdered in 2018. And four years later, justice has yet to be done. Now a Turkish prosecutor is trying to move the trial of his murder suspects to Saudi Arabia – the country whose leader ordered Khashoggi's killing in the first place. This cannot stand.”

Schiff (D-CA-28) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Jamal Khashoggi was murdered in 2018. And four years later, justice has yet to be done. Now a Turkish prosecutor is trying to move the trial of his murder suspects to Saudi Arabia – the country whose leader ordered Khashoggi's killing in the first place. This cannot stand.”

Iraq

Bacon (R-NE-2) 04/01/2022: Retweet of @BayanRahman – “Always good to talk with ⁦@RepDonBacon⁩ and Col. Flood. Appreciate your support to Kurdistan, Congressman, and your concern regarding recent security threats to our peace and stability and Iraqi sovereignty Link to image”

Turkey

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @HellenicLeaders – “At a hearing on the #EastMed, @RepCicilline asked about fully lifting the arms embargo on Cyprus and Turkey's lack of ability to be a productive member in ongoing diplomatic initiatives in the Eastern Mediterranean: Link to image”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @DMokryk – “A very pathetic story in 3 parts. Part 1: @EmmanuelMacron annonces France will lead an operation to evacuate people from Mariupol - with Greece&Turkey. Part 2: Macron calls Putin for a 9th time sice Feb. 24. Putin: "Not gonna allow it". Part 3: Macron calls off the operation.”

Tunisia

Deutch (D-FL-22) 04/01/2022: Retweet of @StateDept_NEA – “Spokesperson Ned Price noted our deep concern about the Tunisian President's decision to unilaterally dissolve the parliament and reports that Tunisian authorities are considering legal measures against members of parliament. Link to video”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: I along with @SenatorMenendez @SenatorRisch & @RepMcCaul condemn Qais Saied's attempt to dissolve #Tunisia's parliament; the latest in a series of undemocratic moves. We urge a return to the rule of law & respect for political rights. Meeks, McCaul, Menendez, Risch Issue Statement on the Disbanding of Tunisia's Parliament... | foreignaffairs.house.gov   Link to image”

Risch (R-ID) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “Yesterday, @SenatorMenendez, @RepGregoryMeeks, @RepMcCaul, & I condemned President Saied's attempt to dissolve #Tunisia's parliamentary body. We strongly urge that he reverse course & support Tunisia's democracy, freedom of association & expression. Risch, Menendez, Meeks, McCaul Statement on President Saied's Tactics to Dissolve Tunisia's Parliamentary Body | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”

Qatar

Larsen (D-WA-2) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Congratulations to the @USMNT for qualifying for the 2022 @FIFAWorldCup! #Qatar2022 #USMNT #OnlyForward #SoloPalante Link to quoted tweet(Link to twitter.com)”

Pallone (D-NJ-6) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Congratulations to the @USMNT on qualifying for the World Cup this year! I join all Americans in wishing you the best of luck as you represent our nation in Qatar. 🇺🇸⚽️ Link to quoted tweet(Link to twitter.com)”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Carey (R-OH-15) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “Anti-Semitic threats & rhetoric are never acceptable, especially when it comes to children. This person was entrusted to provide security for these students, but allegedly threatened them because of their faith. It's sickening and will not be tolerated. Columbus man arrested for allegedly making anti-Semitic threats toward school... | 10tv.com”

Demings (D-FL-10) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Thank you for your endorsement, @USJewishDems. I look forward to working with the Jewish community to advocate for our shared values and fight antisemitism in the U.S. Senate. Link to quoted tweet🚨 2022 ENDORSEMENT ALERT 🚨 Rep. @valdemings is motivated by a simple mantra: never tire. She has an extensive career fighting for justice, defending democracy & serving the people of Florida. Jewish Dems are proud to endorse her to be Florida's next senator. (Link to twitter.com)”

Demings (D-FL-10) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Gracias por su respaldo, @USJewishDems. Espero trabajar con la comunidad Judía para defender nuestros valores compartidos y luchar contra el antisemitismo en el Senado de los Estados Unidos. Link to quoted tweet🚨 2022 ENDORSEMENT ALERT 🚨 Rep. @valdemings is motivated by a simple mantra: never tire. She has an extensive career fighting for justice, defending democracy & serving the people of Florida. Jewish Dems are proud to endorse her to be Florida's next senator. (Link to twitter.com)”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “I'm glad the Senate finally confirmed Ambassador Lipstadt as a special envoy to combat & monitor antisemitism. She is highly qualified for the position & the confirmation comes at a pressing time with the rise of antisemitic attacks around the world. Historian Deborah Lipstadt confirmed as envoy to combat antisemitism after push from Jewish groups... | abcnews.go.com”

Keating (D-MA-9) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Congratulations to @deborahlipstadt on her confirmation as US Special Envoy To Monitor and Combat Antisemitism. As we see a rise in antisemitism around the world, including in #MA09, it is so important that this position is staffed with someone as capable and experienced as her.”

Nadler (D-NY-10) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Congratulations to Ambassador @deborahlipstadt — a fearless leader in the fight against global antisemitism. I look forward to working with your office at @StateDept to support your vital work. Deborah Lipstadt confirmed as Biden's antisemitism envoy after eight months of delay... | forward.com”

Ossoff (D-GA) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @USJewishDems – “Last night, @SenOssoff delivered a powerful speech about rising antisemitism and the importance of confirming Dr. @DeborahLipstadt as U.S. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism. Link to image”

Ossoff (D-GA) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @SenOssoff – “WATCH: "Right now as we speak, the scourge of anti-Semitism is rising again in this country & around the world. If we mean the words ‘never again,' then at long last, Madam President, let's confirm Deborah Lipstadt to fight anti-Semitism on behalf of the U.S." -Sen. @ossoff Link to video”

Schneider (D-IL-10) 03/31/2022: Twitter thread – “Congratulations to @DeborahLipstadt on receiving unanimous Senate approval last night to be the U.S. Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism. We should all be grateful that, after 8 months of unnecessary Senate delay, Deborah Lipstadt will now be able to, on behalf of the United States, take the fight against antisemitism around the globe. And we can all take pride that, because of legislation I introduced in 2020–passed by Congress and signed by the President—when she visits world capitals, she will present herself with the rank of Ambassador.”

Sullivan (R-AK) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Today, Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, director of the Mat-Su Jewish Center in Palmer, Alaska made history as the youngest rabbi ever to deliver the daily opening prayer in the United States Senate. Link to video”

Sullivan (R-AK) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Thank you, Rabbi, for all you do for our communities in Alaska, and for offering a very powerful and meaningful prayer with a fitting message for what's happening in the world today. Link to quoted tweetToday, Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, director of the Mat-Su Jewish Center in Palmer, Alaska made history as the youngest rabbi ever to deliver the daily opening prayer in the United States Senate. (Link to twitter.com)”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “As #antisemitism increases globally - and Republicans delayed her appt for months - the widely respected, eminently qualified @deborahlipstadt can now finally begin tackling her vital work as Spec. Envoy to Monitor & Combat Antisemitism. Historian Deborah Lipstadt confirmed as envoy to combat antisemitism after push from Jewish groups... | abcnews.go.com”

Afghanistan

Chu (D-CA-27) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “Refugees have a right to their day in court. But Title 42 has denied too many this right while spreading the lie that immigrants are uniquely dangerous. We've ended the public health crisis at work, schools, and airports. It's time to end it at the Southern border! Link to quoted tweetWe were honored to be joined by @RepJudyChu and @RepEscobar, @HIASrefugees @Afghan_American & @HumanImpact_HIP today. #Title 42 was never about public health and it's time to restore asylum and #WelcomeWithDignity. 🔉Listen here 🔉 (Welcome With Dignity... | welcomewithdignity.org) (Link to twitter.com)”

Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1) 04/01/2022: Retweet of @johnondrasik – “The State Department continues to pro-actively hamstring heroic NGO's operations to evacuate our abandoned Afghan allies. The text below is representative of the mental trauma @SecBlinken has induced on American Veterans in their crusade to save their brothers in arms. Link to image   Link to quoted tweet”

Greene (R-GA-14) 04/01/2022: Twitter thread – “1. Biden is going to use the Defense Production Act to mine for rare earth minerals and build EV batteries. They are going to use the power of the federal government and the taxpayers dollars to force Americans to EV's under the scam “helping Americans afford to drive.” 2. Biden abandoned $1 Trillion in rare earth minerals mines in Afghanistan. The fool could have negotiated mining rights there especially since the US taxpayers paid to build the infrastructure for those mines in Afghanistan. But no Biden just left it all there. 3. While American taxpayers have been funding billions in weapons to Ukraine, Biden could instead be negotiating for peace in Ukraine and for mining rights to the massive lithium stores in Ukraine. But Biden's regime and the NWO still want war with Russia. They ❤️ regime change 4. While China holds over 85% mining rights to the worlds rare earth minerals, the Biden regime is forcing America onto the Green New Deal and whipping US taxpayers to pay for America to convert to EV's. The US holds less than 5% market share in REM mines and EV batteries. 5. Biden is declaring a New World Order and Americans will be forced to blindly pay for it bc they have no idea what is happening and how drastically things will change. Bulldozing over the natural flow of supply & demand will have devastating consequences. Democrats don't care 6. The Democrats have used the government to enhance their businesses for years through grants, policy decisions, and even laws. All of it funds how they make money. The federal government is fully corrupted and the money flows to fill the elites pockets. 7. Now they are doing it again on a massive scale with Biden using the Defense Production Act to funnel American taxpayer dollars into their Green New Deal and climate agenda driven businesses. All while the skyrocketing inflation will soon make food cost unaffordable. 8. The rich will get richer and the poor will get poorer. 9. Democrats are doing all of this yet have no effective plans to increase US energy production to supply all the extra electricity needs for their disastrous plans. The wind doesn't blow everyday and the sun doesn't shine all the time everywhere. Elections have consequences.”

Meijer (R-MI-3) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “Grateful that Safi and Anees have been released- thank you to all who helped get this done, and for the critical efforts continuing by @HumanFirstAfg and @afghanevac to get our allies out of Afghanistan. Link to quoted tweetWe would like to thank @RepMeijer who has been a lead advocate on Capitol Hill and for helping to secure the release of Safi and Anees from Taliban custody. (Exclusive: Biden administration secures release of Afghan-American Naval reservist who was held by Taliban... | cnn.com)”

Risch (R-ID) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “Additional humanitarian assistance for the people of #Afghanistan, suffering under the #Taliban, must be tied to Taliban guarantees on #humanrights. We need to ensure this aid reaches those most in need and does not end up in the hands of terrorists.”

Shaheen (D-NH) 03/31/2022: Tweet – “The Taliban's reneging on a commitment to allow girls to attend secondary school is emblematic of their broader assault on women's rights. Proud to lead fellow women Senators in a call to @POTUS to work w/ Congress in support of Afghan women & girls. Link to image”

Shaheen (D-NH) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “Today, I'm heading to the @UN with @SenatorCollins and @SenJoniErnst to discuss U.S. policy to support Afghan women and girls under the Taliban's rule. There is bipartisan resolve to address the humanitarian crisis and protect the rights and freedoms of Afghan women.”

Shaheen (D-NH) 04/01/2022: Retweet of @USUN – “Last night, @USAmbUN held a productive working dinner with @SenatorShaheen, @SenatorCollins and @SenJoniErnst. They discussed a range of issues, including Russia's war in Ukraine and the need to use every tool possible to improve conditions for women and girls in Afghanistan. Link to image”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 04/01/2022: Tweet – “Wonderful news. But where's US veteran #MarkFrerichs? Held by the Taliban/Haqqani for the past two years… Exclusive: Biden administration secures release of Afghan-American Naval reservist who was held by Taliban... | cnn.com”

Other - Middle East

Omar (D-MN-5) 03/31/2022: Retweet of @HatemBazian – “I just published Islamophobia Five Zones Islamophobia Five Zones... | link.medium.com @RanaAyyub @lsarsour @Abukar_Arman @JamalDajani @SamarDJarrah @SanaSaeed @QutubuddinSana @omarsuleiman504 @IlhanMN @Dena @StanleyCohenLaw @hodakatebi @AsimCP @husainaltaf @DaliaFFahmy @DMogahed @IAMCouncil”