Members on the Record (Automated) for Tue April 05, 2022

Last updated on Tue April 05, 2022 at 12:45 PM Washington DC time.


Israel - Palestine

Carter (D-LA-2) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “My office is bringing our casework services to Jefferson Parish on Wed, April 6 from 4:30-7:30 at the Westbank regional library.   If you have any issues with federal agencies (IRS, SBA, VA, FEMA, etc) my staff will be on the ground to provide help and serve the people of #LA02. Link to image

Crow (D-CO-6) 04/05/2022: Tweet – “I am deeply saddened by the recent terrorist attacks in Israel. My thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims as the country grieves. Terror will never win. We must all denounce these attacks and stand with the people of Israel.

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “I hope to see American leadership use its influence to defund the @UN_HRC Commission of Inquiry and turn its attention to the many pressing human rights crises around the world, including in Syria, Venezuela, and Yemen. Bipartisan group urge secretary of state to defund United Nations committee of inquiry on Israel - WRNJ Radio

Jackson (R-TX-13) 04/05/2022: Tweet – “#ICYMI: My new pro-Israel legislation would give us a critical tool to combat Iran's plan to annihilate the Jewish State of Israel. More from @KAMRLocal4News: U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson Introduces Israel related bill... | bit.ly

Levin (D-MI-9) 04/05/2022: Retweet of @jstreettufts – “@Andy_Levin @jstreetu Thank you so much for speaking with us Rep. @Andy_Levin. We loved hearing about your journey through different activist movements and advice on how to create community within activist spaces!

Moulton (D-MA-6) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “In a span of less than 2 weeks, multiple terrorist attacks have claimed 11 innocent lives in Israel. My deepest sympathies are with all of those affected by these senseless acts of violence. Link to image

Newman (D-IL-3) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “I am honored to receive the endorsement of @JVPActionPAC. Together, we will continue working toward a more equitable world that protects human rights at home and abroad. Link to quoted tweetWe're endorsing Marie Newman for IL-06! Rep. Newman is a leader across progressive issues, including being a consistent and bold voice in support of Palestinian rights and an end to US support for the Israeli government's violations of Palestinian rights. #NewIL06 (Link to twitter.com)

Omar (D-MN-5) 04/04/2022: Retweet of @AdelyReporter – “The #PatersonNJ City Council voted to rename a stretch of Main Street to Palestine Way to honor the contributions of the local Palestinian-American community. Read about it here. 'Palestine Way': Paterson to recognize Palestinian community with street renaming... | northjersey.com

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “Proud to be endorsed by @AIPAC! Israel is our greatest ally in the Middle East and our nation must continue to stand by them. I'm proud to work with AIPAC to secure the future of U.S.-Israel relations. Link to image

Roy (R-TX-21) 04/05/2022: Retweet of @IranIntl_En – “The Biden administration and the Democrats are doing everything to prop up Iran “in ways that undermine national security of US and Israel,” Republican congressman @chiproytx said Monday. Delisting IRGC ‘Asinine' – Says Iran Nuclear Deal Critic | iranintl.com

Scott (R-FL) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “The @UN_HRC's move to single out & stand against our great ally, Israel, is a sham & completely unacceptable. Joe Biden should make clear that if this council can't be taken seriously as a true defender of human rights, the United States won't take part. Sen. Rick Scott Slams UN Human Rights Council's Hypocrisy and Anti-Israel Actions... | rickscott.senate.gov

Scott (R-FL) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “I'm disgusted by Putin's massacre of innocent children & families in Bucha & communities around Kyiv. @POTUS must help Ukraine win this war & lift his senseless hold on the transfer of planes to the Ukrainian Air Force TODAY. Sen. Rick Scott Slams UN Human Rights Council's Hypocrisy and Anti-Israel Actions... | bit.ly

Scott (R-FL) 04/05/2022: Tweet – “It was great to meet with Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. @AmbHerzog today. We discussed the importance of continuing to strengthen the special partnership between our nations. Israel is our great ally & will always have my unwavering support 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to image


Syria

Bourdeaux (D-GA-7) 04/04/2022: Twitter thread – “I am appalled by the images and stories coming out of Ukraine. We know this is Putin's playbook - to terrorize a population, to grind them down slowly over time with horror. Russia's actions are war crimes, and we must be firm in our determination that this will not stand. 1/2 We have to be prudent in our response, but everyday, we must keep reaching to find new tools to stop Putin and make him pay a terrible price not just for Ukraine, but for Syria, for Chechnya, and for the horrors he has inflicted on the world for decades. 2/2

Meeks (D-NY-5) 04/04/2022: Retweet of @HouseForeign – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: An eyewitness to Assad's brutal crimes against Syria's civilians known as “the Gravedigger” bravely documented and shared details about such atrocities with the world. I support continued efforts to hold those responsible accountable. Eyewitness known as "The Gravedigger" recounts atrocities in Syria in first U.S. interview... | cbsnews.com


Lebanon

Meuser (R-PA-9) 04/05/2022: Tweet – “Last night, I spoke on the House floor honoring Lt. William Lebo, a 40 year veteran of the Lebanon City Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty last week. Lt. Lebo was a calm, kind & ethical police officer who was deeply devoted to protecting the Lebanon community. Link to video


Iran

Buck (R-CO-4) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “TONIGHT: Joining @stinchfield1776 LIVE to discuss the latest on the Biden administration's outrageous effort to reenter the Iran Nuclear Deal. Tune in to @newsmax at 8:22pm EST/6:22pm MST! Link to image

Ernst (R-IA) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “Negotiating a nuclear deal with the world's largest state-sponsor of terrorism is irresponsible & ill-conceived. President Biden: walk away. Iran Says Agreement to Revive Nuclear Deal With U.S. Is Close... | bloomberg.com

Gaetz (R-FL-1) 04/04/2022: Retweet of @DailyCaller – “"If sanctions worked the way they're supposed to, Venezuela would be the jewel of South America, Cuba would be the Caribbean Garden of Eden, Iran would be like a welcoming place for us all" - @repmattgaetz Link to video

Gimenez (R-FL-26) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “Las política energética de esta administración es erroenea y los ciudadanos la estamos pagando todos los dias en las estaciones de gasolina. Debemos para la guerra encontra nuestra industria interna y se deje de buscar alianzas con paises como Venezuela o Iran.  @Americateve Link to video

Higgins (R-LA-3) 04/04/2022: Twitter thread – “We should never ask foreign dictators to fill America's energy needs. The energy we consume could be 100% produced in America. Biden has to just step away from his administration's war on the oil and gas industry, it's not right and it's not smart. Link to quoted tweetWhy is Biden turning to enemy regimes like Iran & Venezuela for oil when we could produce it? My colleagues & I introduced a resolution condemning the Administration for seeking oil from foreign dictators, & calling for prioritizing US energy independence: (Palmer Introduces Resolution Condemning the Biden Administration for Turning to Venezuelan and Iranian Oil | Congressman Gary Palmer) Biden's policies are enriching our adversaries at the expense of American families. We must expand domestic energy production and reestablish American energy independence.

Mast (R-FL-18) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “Completely asinine. Joe Biden is giving terrorists exactly what they want, just so he can resurrect the Iran Nuclear Deal. @RepScottPerry and I have introduced legislation to stop him. Republicans Want to Bar Biden Admin From Lifting Sanctions on Iran-Sponsored Terrorists... | freebeacon.com

Miller (R-IL-15) 04/04/2022: Retweet of @LibertyIranian – “Thank you for your time and support, @RepMaryMiller! Link to image

Palmer (R-AL-6) 04/05/2022: Tweet – “It is unconscionable and nonsensical to look to enemy regimes for oil when we could produce it here in America. Link to quoted tweetGary Palmer introduces resolution condemning Biden Administration for turning to Venezuelan and Iranian oil (Gary Palmer introduces resolution condemning Biden Administration for turning to Venezuelan and Iranian oil... | is.gd) #ALPolitics (Link to twitter.com)

Paul (R-KY) 04/05/2022: Retweet of @RStatecraft – ““Leaving the agreement didn't make anything better.” @RandPaul on the Iran nuclear deal, and more, by @KelleyBVlahos: Rand Paul: Promoting negotiations over war doesn't make you a Putin sympathizer - Responsible Statecraft


Qatar

Sinema (D-AZ) 04/05/2022: Tweet – “The US men's soccer team (@USMNT) qualified for the @FIFAWorldCup -- congratulations! #Qatar2022 Bound 🇺🇸 ⚽️


Yemen

Khanna (D-CA-17) 04/05/2022: Tweet – “Thanks, @MarkRuffalo. Grateful for your leadership on this issue as well as the humanitarian crisis and war in Yemen. Link to quoted tweetThank you @RepMaloney and @RepRoKhanna for your bold leadership in demanding oil companies put the American and Ukrainian people first over profit. (Democrats to Big Oil: Suspend buybacks and dividends during Ukraine war... | cnn.com)

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “This morning, it was my privilege to welcome to the Speaker's Office @DrTedros, Director-General of the @WHO. We discussed the COVID-19 pandemic, humanitarian emergencies in Ukraine and Yemen, and other global health issues. Link to image


Horn of Africa

Risch (R-ID) 04/05/2022: Tweet – “The convoys of food aid reaching #Ethiopia's #Tigray & #Afar regions are excellent news. Such deliveries must be ramped up dramatically and without further delay in the days and weeks ahead to close the gap in the vital food aid needed daily to help curb starvation in the region. Link to quoted tweetWe welcome the delivery of humanitarian assistance over recent days to Ethiopians in the Tigray and Afar regions. We urge all parties to build upon this positive step to ensure progress toward a secure, stable, and prosperous Ethiopia.


Afghanistan

Collins (R-ME) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “I joined @SenatorShaheen & @SenJoniErnst at the @UN to discuss with officials how the U.S. & other nations can best support Afghan women & girls under Taliban rule. We will continue to support human rights in Afghanistan as well as address the severe humanitarian crisis. Link to image

Ernst (R-IA) 04/04/2022: Tweet – “.@POTUS must do more to protect the basic rights of Afghan women and girls. The Taliban have rolled back women's rights in Afghanistan despite promises to liberalize | Washington Examiner


Other - Middle East

Bacon (R-NE-2) 04/04/2022: Retweet of @KRG_USA – “Rep. @BayanRahman met with Congressman @RepDonBacon, Member of the @HASCRepublicans. They discussed regional security threats, including the missile attack on Erbil. She thanked the Congressman for his support to #Kurdistan and concern to its peace and stability. Link to image