Last updated on Fri May 06, 2022 at 12:49 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Allred (D-TX-32) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “I'm saddened to hear of this attack, especially as Israelis and Jewish communities across the globe celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut, Israel's independence day. I'm praying for more peaceful days ahead. These terror attacks must end. At least three killed in suspected terror attack in Israel | CNN”
Blackburn (R-TN) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Happy Independence Day to our friends in Israel. The USA stands with you. 🇮🇱 🇺🇸”
Buchanan (R-FL-16) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Happy 74th Independence Day to Israel! America will continue to stand strong behind our strongest ally in the Middle East. Link to image”
Carter (D-LA-2) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Great to meet with Israeli Counsel General for the SW Livia Link-Raviv today on the occasion of Yom Ha'aztmaut — Israeli Independence Day! In Congress, I will continue working for an enduring U.S.-Israel partnership that advances democratic values for generations to come. Link to image”
Cortez Masto (D-NV) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Today is Independence Day for the state of Israel. Wishing those celebrating a joyful time with their families and friends. #YomHaatzmaut”
Crist (D-FL-13) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Israel is a friend and ally. I'm proud to join them in celebrating their strength and resilience as they mark the 74th anniversary of their independence! #YomHaatzmaut”
Deutch (D-FL-22) 05/05/2022: Twitter thread – “This week we mark Yom Haatzmaut, Israel's 74th Independence Day. Over its history, the state of Israel has flourished and grown into to a modern, thriving democracy. Israel's contributions in the fields of science, technology & innovation, & biomedicine are world-renowned (1/4) During humanitarian crises, Israel is often the first country on the ground responding to help those in need, as we've seen from Haiti to Ukraine, and providing emergency response in our own South Florida community during the Surfside tragedy last year. (2/4) Despite continued threats on its borders, Iran's terror proxies and nuclear pursuits, & constant efforts to delegitimize the world's sole Jewish State, Israel continues to deepen its relations with friends and allies & expand the circle of peace through the Abraham Accords. (3/4) The US relationship with our strong and secure ally continues to grow and deepen each day. I am proud to stand with friends and supporters of Israel in Congress and around the world in celebrating 74 years of Israel's Independence! 🇮🇱🇺🇸 (4/4)”
Deutch (D-FL-22) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “A day after Israel's Remembrance Day, a terror attack claimed 3 more lives, with 4 more wounded. In less than seven weeks, terrorists have struck in Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, Hadera, Be'er Sheva & now Elad. America has stood w/ with Israel for 74 years. Today more than ever. 🇮🇱 🇺🇸 Link to quoted tweetA suspected terrorist attack in central Israel killed at least three people and injured several others late on Thursday, shaking the country as it celebrated Independence Day (Suspected Terrorist Attack in Israel Kills at Least Three on Independence Day... | on.wsj.com)”
Donalds (R-FL-19) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Today, we honor & recognize the State of Israel and the 74th anniversary of their independence. As the true beacon of democracy in the Middle East, we must stand firm with the people of Israel. Wishing all of my Jewish friends a peaceful & blessed independence celebration. 🇺🇸🇮🇱”
Donalds (R-FL-19) 05/05/2022: GETTR Post – “Today, we honor & recognize the State of Israel and the 74th anniversary of their independence. As the true beacon of democracy in the Middle East, we must stand firm with the people of Israel. Wishing all of my Jewish friends a peaceful & blessed independence celebration. 🇺🇸🇮🇱”
Ernst (R-IA) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “I'm praying for the victims of today's terrorist attack on Israel's Independence Day. Iowa stands with the people of Israel and their fight against such vicious and cowardly terrorist attacks.”
Franklin (R-FL-15) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Great meeting with the Consul General of Israel to Florida, Mr. Maor Elbaz-Starinsky. We discussed my recent trip to Israel & the importance of a mutually strong relationship that reinforces our shared moral values, strategic interests, & desire for stability in the Middle East. Link to image”
Gaetz (R-FL-1) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Oh my… Link to quoted tweet“COVID-19 vaccination was significantly associated with a 25% jump in emergency medical services for heart problems in 16-39 year-olds in Israel, whose vaccination rate is among the world's highest, according to a peer-reviewed study by MIT researchers.” (MIT study finds COVID vaccines 'significantly associated' with jump in emergency heart problems... | justthenews.com)”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “.@FrischSchool continues to show why New Jersey is known for the best schools in the nation. It was great to visit and speak with students & educators on the importance of bridging divides, standing up to antisemitism, & importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship. Link to image”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “My prayers are with Israel after at least three people were killed in a suspected terror attack. May their memory be a blessing. The attack occurred as Israelis celebrated independence day. The U.S. must continue to stand strong with Israel. 5 injured in attack reported in Elad in central Israel... | m.jpost.com”
Kim (R-CA-39) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “I enjoyed meeting with @IsraelinLA Deputy Consul General Amit Mekel to discuss the importance of a strong U.S.-Israel partnership as the State of Israel celebrates their 74th Independence Day. Yom Ha'atzmaut sameach! Link to image”
Lankford (R-OK) 05/06/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @SenatorLankford for leading this important bipartisan effort! 62 senators insist that any new Iran nuclear deal address Iran's: ▪️Ballistic missiles ▪️Support for terror ▪️Illicit oil sales to China And also keep Iran's terror-sponsoring IRGC on the terrorist list. Link to quoted tweet”
Levin (D-MI-9) 05/05/2022: Retweet of @CPotterPgh – “Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey tops a list of local and state Dems calling on Steve Irwin to disavow ads attacking Summer Lee. Ads were placed by a superPAC tied to pro-Israel advocacy group AIPAC, which has spent into the 7-digits on this race. Link to image”
Levin (D-MI-9) 05/06/2022: Retweet of @jstreetdotorg – “.@Andy_Levin is the real deal and we're proud to support him for reelection in #MI11. Learn more at The political home for pro-Israel, pro-peace Americans - JStreetPAC. Link to quoted tweet”
Long (R-MO-7) 05/05/2022: Retweet of @HananyaNaftali – “Gaza celebrates the terrorist attack in which 3 people were murdered in Elad, Israel. What a sick radical ideology. They celebrate death and terror. Link to image”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “LR @RepMcCaul "I strongly condemn the terrorist attack tonight in Israel. This is a horrible tragedy after a day of celebrating Israel's Independence. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families." Israeli medics say 3 killed in stabbing attack near Tel Aviv... | apnews.com”
Meng (D-NY-6) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “It is devastating to see yet another attack on the Israeli people, especially on Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel's Independence Day. I condemn this heinous violence and the U.S. continues to stand with our ally during these difficult times.”
Rice (D-NY-4) 05/06/2022: Tweet – “I strongly condemn last night's brutal terror attack in Israel that killed 3 people as Independence Day came to a close. I send my deepest condolences to the families. The US stands with Israel against this barbaric terrorism. 5 injured in attack reported in Elad in central Israel... | m.jpost.com”
Risch (R-ID) 05/06/2022: Tweet – “I strongly condemn the terrorist attack in #Elad, #Israel that killed three & injured many during its Independence Day celebrations. We send our deepest condolences to the victims & their loved ones. The U.S. continues to support our Israeli partners & friends during this time. Link to quoted tweetAt least three people were killed and several others injured during a suspected terrorist attack in an ultra-Orthodox community near Tel Aviv on Thursday evening, marring the country's annual Independence Day celebrations. (Three people killed in attack near Tel Aviv, Israeli medics say... | wapo.st)”
Rosen (D-NV) 05/05/2022: Twitter thread – “Today we celebrate 74 years since the modern State of Israel – our closest ally in the Middle East – was established. During my last visit, I met with leaders & reaffirmed our nation's ironclad support for the Jewish State, which is rooted in shared interests & values. Israel's founding will always represent a beacon of hope for the Jewish people following centuries of persecution. Yom Ha'Atzmaut Sameach!”
Sherman (D-CA-30) 05/05/2022: Twitter thread – “I am deeply saddened and outraged over this horrendous terrorist attack, purposely committed on the day the people of Israel celebrate #YomHaatzmaut, their Independence Day. My thoughts are with the victims, their families and the State of Israel. (1/2) At least three killed in suspected terror attack in Israel | CNN Today we celebrate 74 years of Israel's inspiring strength & commitment towards democratic values -- & are reminded of the evils they've faced. May today's anniversary & horrendous tragedy reaffirm our need to continue to support our ally & the only democracy in the region. (2/2)”
Sherman (D-CA-30) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “From indiscriminate rocket attacks to the use of axes and knives, #Hamas continues to display their evil and their dedication towards killing Israeli civilians, including children. We must always stand against and defeat such vessels of terrorism and hatred. Link to quoted tweetOn Saturday, Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas called on Palestinians to attack Israelis with “cleavers, axes & knives.” Eyewitnesses in tonight's terror attacked in Elad told police that two men attacked residents with an ax. This is Hamas. This is the evil we are fighting. (Link to twitter.com)”
Stevens (D-MI-11) 05/06/2022: Tweet – “Heartbreaking to see another terrorist attack in Israel, especially on Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel's Independence Day. I'm praying for those impacted and I'm praying for peace. This senseless violence must end. Live Updates: 3 People Reported Killed in Attack in Israel... | nytimes.com”
Titus (D-NV-1) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Today I join in celebrating #YomHaatzmaut. I pray the upcoming year brings Israel peace & prosperity. Happy 74th Independence Day @Israel! Link to image”
Toomey (R-PA) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “America has no greater ally for peace and democracy in the Middle East than Israel. Wishing our friends a happy #YomHaatzmaut as they celebrate 74 years of Israeli independence.”
Apartheid
Cruz (R-TX) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “The corrupt corporate media is… CORRUPT! Link to quoted tweetIn this article NYT itself reports @elonmusk: 1. Had non-white friends growing up in apartheid SA 2. His own father was an ANTI-APARTHEID politician 3. He literally left so he didn't have to serve in apartheid military They still insinuate he is a racist (Link to twitter.com)”
Lebanon
Hartzler (R-MO-4) 05/06/2022: Tweet – “I had the honor of thanking our law enforcement officers this week in Lebanon, Sedalia, and Ashland for our first annual Fourth Congressional District #BackTheBlue week. What a grand success! Link to image”
Iran
González-Colón (R-PR-0) 05/06/2022: Tweet – “#ICYMI I support @RepMariaSalazar's INVESTIGAR Act that will give us visibility into the dangers that can be caused by any Iran-Venezuela nuclear & energy deal & how it could benefit terrorists groups, circumvent US law & promote anti-democratic practices. González Colón joins Salazar in introducing INVESTIGAR Act to investigate Venezuela's profits from Iran nuclear deal... | gonzalez-colon.house.gov”
Saudi Arabia
Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “The main reason gas prices are sky high is that Saudi Arabia and the UAE are deliberately helping Russia, and undercutting our sanctions, by refusing to increase oil production. As this piece argues, the time has come to tell them to choose sides. Opinion | America's Gulf ‘allies' are now Putin's enablers”
Iraq
Reschenthaler (R-PA-14) 05/06/2022: Tweet – “As a former Navy JAG deployed to Iraq, I know how critical military spouses are to our success. Everyone who serves will tell you their spouses' sacrifice is just as significant as theirs. Thank you to the loved ones who never stop supporting our military. #MilitarySpousesDay Link to image”
Turkey
Long (R-MO-7) 05/06/2022: Retweet of @andrewnuity – “Inflation in Turkey is at almost 70%. Yes, you read that correctly.”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/05/2022: Retweet of @GovRicketts – “I'm proclaiming May to be Jewish American Heritage Month in NE. Jewish Americans have lived, worked, & worshipped in NE since the mid-1800s. They continue to make outstanding contributions to the cultural, economic, social, & spiritual well-being of NE. Today, I proclaimed May to be... - Governor Pete Ricketts”
Beatty (D-OH-3) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Happy #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth! This May, join me in celebrating the extraordinary contributions of Jewish Americans and working to combat antisemitism. #JAHM2022 Link to image”
Espaillat (D-NY-13) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Happy #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth! This month, we celebrate the contributions that Jewish Americans provide to the rich fabric of our nation. #OurSharedHeritage Link to image”
Espaillat (D-NY-13) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Feliz #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth! Este mes, celebramos las contribuciones que los judíos estadounidenses brindan al rico tejido de nuestra nación. #OurSharedHeritage Link to image”
Frankel (D-FL-21) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “This Jewish American Heritage Month I'm celebrating the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She was a true trailblazer & inspiration to us all. I'm looking forward to seeing her statue on Capitol Grounds. Statues of Ginsburg and O'Connor will be commissioned for the Capitol... | 19thnews.org Link to image”
Houlahan (D-PA-6) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Thrilled to have @USJewishDems support of my campaign. I look forward to continuing to work together, make meaningful progress for everyday people, and Tikkun Olam. Step one, hold #PA06! Link to quoted tweet🚨2022 ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨 Jewish Dems are proud to endorse and get out the Jewish vote for @CartwrightPA @Foster4Congress @JahanaHayesCT @HoulahanForPa @KathyManningNC @ChrisPappasNH @marygayscanlon @MadeleineDean @HaleyLive @wildforcongress @JenniferWexton (Link to twitter.com)”
Levin (D-MI-9) 05/05/2022: Retweet of @RepAndyLevin – “I proudly penned this op-ed in March highlighting the Jewish tradition of supporting reproductive rights. The Jewish spirit of community and care deepens my commitment to abortion providers, patients and their communities. #LiberateAbortion Pikuach Nefesh and the Jewish commitment to reproductive justice | The Hill”
Levin (D-MI-9) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “"Andy's demonstrated record of moral leadership, informed deeply by his Jewish values and spirituality, inspires us and informs our commitment to supporting him in this race." #MI11 More: More Than 100 Jewish Leaders, Activists, Rabbis Pen Letter of Support for Levin... | andylevinforcongress.com”
Levin (D-MI-9) 05/05/2022: Retweet of @DrShushan – “I'm deeply proud to join Jewish MOCs @RepJerryNadler @RepCohen @RepLowenthal @RepRaskin and this distinguished group of rabbis and Jewish leaders in endorsing @Andy_Levin for reelection in #MI11. Rep. Levin is a model of Jewish moral leadership who delivers for Michiganders. Link to image”
McCollum (D-MN-4) 05/06/2022: Tweet – “May is #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth, an opportunity to celebrate and uplift the extraordinary contributions and resiliency of Jewish Americans. We commit to confronting rising antisemitism, and working for the American values of diversity and inclusion. #JAHM2022 Link to image”
Peters (D-MI) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Thank you to @ADL for this great honor. Antisemitism and hate have no place in Michigan or our country. I'll keep working to support communities that are victims of bigotry and fight against hate in all forms. Link to quoted tweet#VNLS2022 is a chance to recognize exceptional leaders who carry the torch in the fight against all forms of hate. We're proud to award those efforts with the ADL Distinguished Public Service Award. Congrats, @SenGaryPeters, @senrobportman, @BennieGThompson, and @RepJohnKatko! (Link to twitter.com)”
Stevens (D-MI-11) 05/05/2022: Twitter thread – “Jewish Americans have made rich contributions to our history and have shaped our country for the better. During Jewish American Heritage Month, we celebrate the Jewish American community and recognize the disturbing rise in anti-Semitism across the country - record high in 2021. Link to image We all have a part to play in uprooting hate wherever it grows.”
Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “Please join @ChananWeissman, Prof. Jonathan Sarna, and me for a White House #JAHM event tomorrow at 12:30 pm EST. We will discuss the origins of and celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month. Feel free to share with your friends and family! RSVP: Webinar Registration - Zoom”
Afghanistan
Ernst (R-IA) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “President Biden's disastrous withdrawal of Afghanistan has emboldened our adversaries, like Putin. America cannot continue a doctrine of appeasement—we need to lead and show strength on the world stage. Link to video”
Long (R-MO-7) 05/05/2022: Retweet of @charliekirk11 – “Let me get this straight: Joe Biden got a pass for blowing up a car full of toddlers in Afghanistan but now suddenly Democrats are up in arms demanding an investigation over Trump wanting to blow up the Cartel's Drug Labs in Mexico 🤔”
Peters (D-CA-52) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “We don't have to choose between supporting Ukrainians who defend their country and Afghan allies who risked their lives to help our servicemembers. I support adding the #AfghanAdjustmentAct to the Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act of ‘22. Thanks for all you do, @afghanevac! Link to quoted tweetThank you to @ScottPetersSD for steadfastly standing with us and #Afghans since day one. (Link to twitter.com)”
Trahan (D-MA-3) 05/05/2022: Tweet – “I'm grateful that @POTUS is on board with efforts in Congress to ensure passage of the Afghan Adjustment Act as soon as possible. It is critical that the U.S. uphold our promises to our Afghan allies, which is why I'm proud to support this legislation. Biden asks Congress to help provide Afghan refugees a pathway to become US residents... | cnn.com”
Other - Middle East
Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1) 05/06/2022: Twitter thread – “Meet this week's Hometown Hero, 37-year-old @usairforce Veteran Lucas Brommer of Quakertown. (1/6) Link to image An @AF_Academy grad, he has served his country for over 15 yrs, including multiple combat deployments to the Middle East & now as Chief of Cadre Training & Development at Headquarters Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps at the Maxwell Airforce Base in Montgomery, AL. (2/6) Major Brommer exudes the core values of the USAF, "integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all you do," and was recently recognized for the distinction with which he has carried out these duties with a promotion to Lieutenant Colonel. (3/6) When it came time to celebrate this remarkable milestone & choose where to hold his promotion ceremony, he knew there was only one choice, his hometown, Quakertown. (4/6) Lieutenant Colonel Brommer attributes his family & Quakertown community with opening doors to many opportunities that helped prepare him to lead as an officer in the United States Air Force. (5/6) Please join me in congratulating Lieutenant Colonel Brommer on his well-deserved promotion and thanking him for his continued service to our country—we are all so proud of our hometown hero. (6/6)”
Lawson (D-FL-5) 05/05/2022: Twitter thread – “The Spring semester has concluded for many of my college interns! I want to recognize their hard work and the great service they provided the residents of Florida's Fifth Congressional District. #Interns #FL05 Meet Maddy Johnson, a senior International Affairs & Middle Eastern Studies student @floridastate. At FSU, she's a member of the Institute of Politics, Presidential Scholars & the Marching Chiefs. Maddy plans to use what she learned to influence immigration policy. Link to image Meet Khristopher Henderson, a senior @FAMU_1887, majoring in Agricultural Business. He is a fourth-generation rattler and the @USDA 1890 Land Grant Scholarship recipient. He's active on campus and is a member of Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, & Related Sciences. Link to image Meet Lauren Khawam, a senior Political Science & Business Marketing student @floridastate. The Tampa native is studying to go to law school to pursue entertainment law. This summer, Lauren will be on Capitol Hill working in our legislative office as well as @floridahousedc. Link to image Meet Jasmine Holland, a native of West Palm Beach, FL. She's a senior studying political science & criminal justice @FAMU_1887. She's a member of @akasorority1908. Her plans after graduation includes earning a master's degree in public admin and becoming a federal lobbyist. Link to image”