Members on the Record (Automated) for Wed May 11, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Armstrong (R-ND-0) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “Last week, I joined a congressional delegation to one of our closest friends and partners, Israel. I am proud to support Israel's right to defend itself and I appreciate the commitment of Prime Minister Naftali Bennett to strengthening the security of both of our nations. Link to image The United States is a beacon of hope for people fighting for freedom around the world. It is important we have a strong relationship with our democratic ally in the Middle East. 🇺🇸🇮🇱”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “I am honored to have the support from numerous organizations for 2022 to include @OmahaFire385, @OPOA, @NebraskaFOP, @NEFarmBureau, @RJC, @ProIsraelAm, @NRLC, @NRA, @USChamberAction, and @dcrponline. I'd be grateful for your support as well! Please get out and vote #NE02!”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/10/2022: Retweet of @Jacob_M_McNeill – “@DonJBacon @OmahaFire385 @opoa @NebraskaFOP @NEFarmBureau @RJC @ProIsraelAm @nrlc @NRA @USChamberAction @dcrponline 5 votes from my family! 🗳 🥓 🇺🇸”

Levin (D-MI-9) 05/10/2022: Retweet of @jacobkornbluh – “NEW on #MI11 -- @Andy_Levin calls attacks by @AIPAC and other pro-Israel groups "ridiculous" In an interview, Levin, who's in contest with @RepHaleyStevens, said the "politics of intimidation in the Jewish community to try to tear me down" won't work. Jewish congressman calls attacks by AIPAC and other pro-Israel groups ‘ridiculous'... | forward.com”

Levin (D-MI-9) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “I believe we can work together to create peace and unity abroad — but the recent attacks on my record and on me are disheartening. I thank all former and current members of Congress for signing onto this open letter and speaking to my commitment to Israel. Letter | Members of Congress, including those AIPAC-allied, condemn group's comments about Rep. Andy Levin”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Shocking to learn that Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh, a 51-year old U.S. citizen, was shot in the face and killed while reporting in the occupied West Bank. This must be condemned and investigated, and there must be accountability. Shireen Abu Akleh of Al Jazeera Is Killed in West Bank - The New York Times”

Miller-Meeks (R-IA-2) 05/10/2022: Retweet of @YinamCohen – “It was an honor to host Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks @RepMMM for our celebration of Israel's 74th Independence Day last evening in Chicago . Thank you for your strong support in the US-IL bond🇺🇲🇮🇱! I look forward to meeting you in Iowa. Link to image”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “When will the world and those who stand by Apartheid Israel that continues to murder, torture and commit war crimes finally say: "Enough"? Shireen Abu Akleh was murdered by a government that receives unconditional funding by our country with zero accountability. Link to quoted tweetLIVE: Israeli forces have shot and killed veteran Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh in the occupied West Bank. 🔴 Follow our LIVE updates: (Veteran Al Jazeera journalist killed by Israeli forces: Live news... | aje.io) (Al Jazeera English... | twitter.com) @POTUS: An American journalist clearly marked with press credentials was murdered. Doing and saying nothing just enables more killings. Whether you're Palestinian, American, or not, being killed with U.S. funding must stop. What @POTUS said at WHCD: "We honor journalists killed, missing, imprisoned, detained, and tortured; covering war, exposing corruption, and holding leaders accountable. The free press is not the enemy of the people — far from it.  At your best, you're guardians of the truth."”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @LinahAlsaafin – “My god. What news to wake up to. Veteren Al Jazeera Arabic reporter @ShireenNasri has been killed by Israeli forces while covering a raid into Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank. We grew up watching Shireen on TV. Total shock. Link to image”

Apartheid

Mfume (D-MD-7) 05/10/2022: Twitter thread – “On this day in 1994, Nelson Mandela was inaugurated as the first Black president of South Africa. I had the great honor of attending this awe-inspiring ceremony and celebration as a guest of Mr. Mandela when he took office. Link to image President Mandela ushered in a new era for South Africa, authorizing a new constitution for the country and its people while also leading the effort to improve overall living conditions for South Africans. Even further, President Mandela established the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to examine societal injustices that occurred during apartheid so that those injustices would not be repeated. A champion for social justice, Mr. Mandela wrote me a simple yet powerful message while he was imprisoned: “Do not give up.” I was a Baltimore City Councilman leading efforts to divest pension funds from South Africa at the time and had been a devoted supporter of Mr. Mandela since my days at Morgan State University. His words keep me inspired today. #NelsonMandela”

Syria

Deutch (D-FL-22) 05/10/2022: Twitter thread – “I urge the US & int'l community to pledge generously at the high-level donor conference for the people of Syria. We must remain committed to the Syrian people across the region & maintain support for a comprehensive & credible political solution consistent w/ UNSCR 2245. (1/3) We must not forget about the atrocities committed in Syria & the continued hardship of its people. We must continue to reject calls to normalize the Assad regime that murdered over 500,000 people and used chemical weapons against the Syrian people at least 50 times. (2/3) After 11 years of war, 12 million Syrians are currently displaced & 14.6 million people need humanitarian assistance. We must act together to alleviate these peoples' suffering. (3/3)”

Iran

Fulcher (R-ID-1) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “Iran's increasing use of UAVs, specifically kamikaze drones, is highlighted by Iranian media and become a point of pride for Tehran. With this increase in use, it is vital that these weapons are included in the list of equipment covered under U.S. sanctions policy. Link to image”

Hagerty (R-TN) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “From Iran to Russia, to China, and North Korea, our adversaries have been emboldened since President Biden stepped into office and began talks to reenter the disastrous Iran deal. Link to video”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/10/2022: Retweet of @RepLeeZeldin – “"A bad deal is far more dangerous than no deal at all." READ ⬇️ my op-ed in @thehill where I break down the Biden Admin's missteps in their desperate, dangerous attempt to enter a nuclear deal with Iran that's even worse than the original 2015 agreement. Biden willing to enter a nuclear deal with Iran that's even worse than original 2015 pact... | thehill.com”

Portman (R-OH) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “I was pleased to meet with @KingAbdullahII today. Jordan is a key ally of the United States in the Middle East and a partner on issues like counterterrorism and addressing Iranian aggression. The U.S. and Jordan must work together to pursue peace and stability in the Middle East. Link to image”

Salazar (R-FL-27) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “This is exactly why we need to pass the INVESTIGAR Act. Venezuela begins imports of Iranian heavy crude for refining -PDVSA documents... | reuters.com”

Schneider (D-IL-10) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “When we see war crimes and acts of genocide by Russia and Vladimir Putin, America must act. The stakes couldn't be higher: in Ukraine, the world is literally fighting for the future of democracy. If Ukraine can defeat Russia and Putin, citizens of Ukraine and neighboring states will once again feel safe in their homes. But if Russia were to conquer Ukraine, the challenges the world faces not only from Russia, but also from China and Iran will only increase.”

Tenney (R-NY-22) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “About to go live with @LibertyIranian to talk about holding the Iranian regime accountable and much more. Tune in below!👇📺 Link to quoted tweetWe are going LIVE with @RepTenney shortly. Tune in! (IAL Congressional Meet & Greet with Rep. Claudia Tenney (NY-22)... | youtu.be)”

Jordan

Menendez (D-NJ) 05/10/2022: Retweet of @RHCJO – “His Majesty King Abdullah II, accompanied by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein, meets with the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee #JORoyalVisit #Jordan #USA Link to image”

Iraq

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 05/10/2022: Retweet of @JenRuthGreen – “My name is Jennifer-Ruth Green. I'm a pilot, Iraq War combat veteran, and have served our country in the Air Force for the last two decades. Now, I'm running for Congress to serve the people of northwest Indiana and fight to put America First. Retweet and follow my campaign 🇺🇸 Link to video”

Roy (R-TX-21) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “Relevant today as Democrats levy charges against @HouseGOP fir daring to question a $40bb bill unpaid fir & dropped at 3pm… Link to quoted tweetWhile deployed in Iraq, I cared for wounded British SAS soldiers in the back of helicopters. Let's focus NATO on Ukraine, not a new discussion group on democracy. (Link to twitter.com)”

United Arab Emirates

Blackburn (R-TN) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “For the NBA, profit is always their guiding principle. NBA To Stage Games In United Arab Emirates, Where Homosexuality Punishable By Death... | outkick.com”

Horn of Africa

Greene (R-GA-14) 05/10/2022: Twitter thread – “Hey @JoeBiden Proud MAGA Republican here.🙋‍♀️ $40B to Ukraine will total $53 Billion given to Ukraine this year. That's over 2/3 of the State Department's entire budget. Ukraine is not a NATO ally, why are you driving us to war with nuclear Russia? 1/3 Claiming it's about saving lives & stopping war in Ukraine, while ignoring human suffering & death in war torn countries like Ethiopia proves hypocrisy. Totally ignoring our own border crisis, baby formula crisis, and brutal skyrocketing inflation & fuel prices is failure. 2/3 Stop funding regime change, money laundering scams, & US politician and your own crime cover ups in foreign countries. The American people do not support paying for constant US involvement in foreign affairs while our own government leaders FAIL our own country. 3/3”

Risch (R-ID) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “I'm glad to see #Czechia take #Russia's seat on the @UN Human Rights Council. #Putin should have never had a seat at the table. Membership is improving, but #humanrights abusers like #Cuba, #Eritrea, & #Venezuela remain on the council.”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Houlahan (D-PA-6) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “Honored to have @USJewishDems in my corner! #PA06 Link to quoted tweet🚨 2022 ENDORSEMENT ALERT 🚨 @HoulahanForPa, an Air Force veteran & the daughter & granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, understands the importance of public service & is working to build an economy that works for everyone in #PA06. We're proud to endorse her for re-election. (Link to twitter.com)”

Norcross (D-NJ-1) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “This month is #JewishHeritageMonth, where we honor the incredible contributions of and achievement by Jewish people to our nation's history and culture. In celebrating Jewish heritage, we are embracing the story of our nation: one infused with resiliency, hope, and faith.”

Afghanistan

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/10/2022: Twitter thread – “Under this admin, our allies feel betrayed and our enemies have been emboldened. It's unacceptable. With a record-low number of combat veterans in Congress, my 30 years of AF experience is critical. We must project American strength and stand for freedom around the globe. Link to reply@DonJBacon In fact, NATO presents a United front. Even Finland and Sweden are likely new members. The EU and U.S. are in agreement on sanctions against Russia. Donald Trump actively worked to undermine our Alliances. @JimHarroldOmaha You're so one sided… where were you when Biden withdrew from Afghanistan and didn't tell our NATO friends? Boris Johnson tried for 36 hours to get a hold of Biden before he could get through. You're a very partisan fellow.”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/10/2022: Twitter thread – “I want to thank the Republican voters of NE-02 for their faith and confidence in me tonight. I have worked hard to represent the issues of our district - fighting to fully repair Offutt and Camp Ashland, cutting taxes for working families, advocating for the right to life (1/2), Link to image fully funding our military and police, and defending the Constitution - while also seeking consensus, earning the #1 score from the Common Ground Committee for 'seeking common ground.' I also want to thank @RepSteveKuehl for his contributions to this race and love for our country Link to reply@reaganbush84fan @DonJBacon Homeless vets, crumbling public housing and schools, food shortages, inflation, infrastructure, border issues, energy issues to name a few. We have “contracted” troops on the ground by NGO- where's the money going and for what? It's Afghanistan all over again in my opinion. @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan Much money went to our military to replenish weapons that was transferred. There's a commitment by NATO to cover 70% economic aid. The bully won't stop in Ukraine if he does not see our resolve. Link to reply@reaganbush84fan @deplorablerebi1 @DonJBacon What interest is it for america to fight in Ukraine? Let's be real, we had a marine, or should I say “contracted” former marine who died. They are pulling us into a war across the world. It's not our war. Our country is unstable and a mess. I appreciate your view. @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan @deplorablerebi1 Baltics or Poland is next. Bullies won't stop. Link to reply@DonJBacon @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan I'm 30 I don't watch Hannity. That is ridiculous. Poland's army is not UKR and Russia has signaled zero intent to do so. Why should I as an American conservative seeing my country decaying care about our empire abroad? Time to focus on our country. @deplorablerebi1 @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan Bullies won't stop. Read some history of the late 1930s. I'll stand with freedom and freedom loving countries. Link to reply@DonJBacon @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan I'd really like to know why our GOP congressmen think we should care about the UKR with inflation, the border, CRT, and our Supreme Court being threatened? @deplorablerebi1 @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan Cause WW3 in Europe is bad. Don't bend the knee to a dictator. Link to reply@DonJBacon @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan So you've read history so your giving 40 billion of our tax money to neo nazis like Azov, who've committed crimes against the Geneva convention? Aren't we bullies for helping to overthrow their Democratically elected government in 2014? Why should I care? @deplorablerebi1 @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan You like Putin's propaganda. Actually, much of that $$ went back to US military. Link to reply@DonJBacon @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan So we are stopping WW3 by targeting Russian generals and bragging about it in The NY Times? How are we not the bullies by giving Russia a civil war on their border? We are using UKR for your colleagues kids to get rich oil jobs. We'd do the same thing if they did that to Mexico. @deplorablerebi1 @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan FSB plant? Link to reply@DonJBacon @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan We're the aggressor in this situation. The West. We put bio labs in Ukraine. We sponsor Nazis in Ukraine. We use Ukraine as money laundering machine. West is wrong on this relationship. @victoria9965470 @yackmuch @reaganbush84fan That is massive Baloney. The Putin thug has invaded a smaller neighbors, and is committing warcrimes. There is zero moral ambiguity.”

Hagerty (R-TN) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “The biometric data that the Taliban is reportedly weaponizing includes the names, faces, fingerprints, irises, and other personal identifiers of Afghan citizens who aided the U.S. during the disastrous withdrawal. We want answers from the Administration.The Taliban Is Using U.S. Biometric Data to Eliminate Allies. Congress Wants to Know How it Was Left Behind. | freebeacon.com”

Kim (R-CA-39) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “The forced use of the burqa is back in Afghanistan under the Taliban. The Biden administration's foreign policy failures in Afghanistan, resulting in our catastrophic withdrawal, continue to destroy the gains made by women and girls. The Taliban says women in Afghanistan must wear head-to-toe clothing in public... | npr.org”

King (I-ME) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “In the last twelve months we've seen incorrect assessments of forces' will to fight in both Afghanistan and Ukraine. We clearly need to figure out better ways to understand the resolve of both our allies and our adversaries. Angus King hammers US intel for misjudging Ukrainian, Afghan governments... | bangordailynews.com”

Mast (R-FL-18) 05/10/2022: Tweet – “After having nearly experienced death myself on the battlefield in Afghanistan, defending the life of every child is a personal mission for me. Why Defending Life Is A Personal Mission For Me - Mast for Congress”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 05/10/2022: Retweet of @ChadGilmartinCA – “Biden says 40-year high inflation and all-time high gas prices is “extraordinary progress” he has achieved Remember when Biden claimed Afghanistan was an “extraordinary success”? Link to video”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @AmericaNewsroom – “"Crickets. Zero. Nothing from this Administration." @michaelgwaltz slams the White House's silence on the Taliban's persecution of women in Afghanistan since the sudden U.S. troop withdrawal in August @DanaPerino Link to video”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “The Biden Admin took the “moderate” Taliban's “promises” hook, line & sinker. Now, Afghan women are being oppressed, girls are banned from schools, AND ISIS is on the rise. But we're hearing nothing from Biden. Shameful & despicable. Link to video”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @RJC – “It's been 254 days since Joe Biden's catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan - and still no one has been held accountable. Link to quoted tweet”