Members on the Record (Automated) for Thu May 12, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Auchincloss (D-MA-4) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @SpeakerPelosi – “The killing of American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh is an horrific tragedy. A thorough, objective investigation is needed now. Congress is committed to the defense of press freedoms worldwide and protection of every journalist, particularly those in conflict zones.”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/12/2022: Retweet of @tpohpac – “To Protect Our Heritage PAC, oldest and largest bipartisan PAC in the Midwest, advocating for the strengthening of the US Israel relationship, is proud to endorse and support @RepDonBacon #StandWithIsrael #FriendofIsrael”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/12/2022: In reply to TweetTo Protect Our Heritage PAC, oldest and largest bipartisan PAC in the Midwest, advocating for the strengthening of the US Israel relationship, is proud to endorse and support @RepDonBacon #StandWithIsrael #FriendofIsrael – “@tpohpac @RepDonBacon Thank you for your endorsement.”

Beyer (D-VA-8) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @StateDeptSpox – “We are heartbroken by and strongly condemn the killing of American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh in the West Bank. The investigation must be immediate and thorough and those responsible must be held accountable. Her death is an affront to media freedom everywhere.”

Cardin (D-MD) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “I was disturbed to learn of the killing of Palestinian-American Al-Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh in the West Bank earlier today. No journalist should be killed while simply doing their job. Link to image”

Carson (D-IN-7) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “I join countless others in mourning the death of @AlJazeera journalist, #ShireenAbuAkleh, who was killed by Israeli military while on assignment. The U.S. must hold the Israeli government accountable for this and all other acts of unjust violence it commits.”

Clarke (D-NY-9) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “I want to express my sincere condolences to the family of journalist, Shireen Abu Akleh. Some of them call New York's 9th District home. This tragedy is yet another reason why we need a path to a two-state solution in the region. Shireen Abu Akleh, journalist killed in the West Bank, was 'the voice of Palestinian suffering' - CNN”

Dingell (D-MI-12) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “The killing of Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh is horrifying & heartbreaking. Freedom of the press is paramount in any democracy. I join the Admin in calling for a thorough investigation to hold those responsible to account. Al Jazeera journalist fatally shot by Israeli forces in West Bank, network says... | washingtonpost.com”

García (D-IL-4) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Journalists should never be the target of violence with government impunity. Allegations that the IDF killed a journalist need to be taken seriously and investigated fully. Link to quoted tweetShireen Abu Akleh: Al Jazeera journalist shot dead while covering Israeli military operation in West Bank - CNN (Al Jazeera journalist shot and killed in West Bank... | cnn.com)”

Grijalva (D-AZ-3) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @UNHumanRights – “We are appalled at the killing of journalist #ShireenAbuAkleh while covering an Israeli military operation in Jenin, #Palestine. Our Office is on the ground verifying the facts. We urge an independent, transparent investigation into her killing. Impunity must end. Link to image”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “The killing of American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh is devastating and a blatant assault on the freedom of the press. My condolences are with her family and loved ones. Those responsible must be held accountable.”

Levin (D-MI-9) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “We rely on journalists being able to do their jobs safely and freely, especially on the frontlines of conflict. I'm horrified that Shireen Abu Akleh was fatally shot on the job covering a raid while clearly identifiable as press. (1/3) Al Jazeera journalist fatally shot by Israeli forces in West Bank, network says... | washingtonpost.com There must be a thorough investigation of the killing of Abu Akleh and an international commitment to accountability for the loss of a journalist known for bravery and accurate reporting. (2/3) Globally, in places as diverse as Palestine, Mexico and Russia, the international community must come together to defend the rights of the free press. (3/3)”

Newman (D-IL-3) 05/12/2022: Tweet – “I am extremely concerned by reports that Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh was shot and killed by Israeli forces while wearing a press vest and reporting in the West Bank. We must protect the press and hold those accountable for this heinous crime. Veteran Al Jazeera journalist shot and killed by Israeli forces, according to journalists on scene... | pbs.org”

Omar (D-MN-5) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “She was killed by the Israeli military, after making her presence as a journalist clearly known. We provide Israel with $3.8 billion in military aid annually with no restrictions. What will it take for accountability for these human rights violations? Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Shireen Abu Akleh, a journalist for the Al Jazeera network, was killed by gunfire in the occupied West Bank, the Palestinian Health Ministry says. The shooting happened during an Israeli army raid in Jenin. (Al Jazeera journalist killed by gunfire in West Bank... | apne.ws) This is happening as Israel razed the homes of 40 Palestinians yesterday, leaving them homeless. And as they plan to evict 1,000 from the West Bank—the largest mass expulsion since 1967. Again I ask: what will it take for real accountability? Israel resumes demolitions of Palestinian homes in East Jerusalem as Ramadan ends - Middle East News - Haaretz.com”

Omar (D-MN-5) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “Thank you to the @washingtonpost for talking to the witnesses of the shooting, instead of just reporting the disproven official narrative as fact. And for fact checking the video released by the Israeli government. May truth and justice prevail, always. Al Jazeera journalist fatally shot by Israeli forces in West Bank, network says... | washingtonpost.com   Link to reply@IlhanMN @washingtonpost (Link to twitter.com) @_Mark_zaks @washingtonpost The article literally says this video doesn't match the scene of her murder. Please don't spread propaganda. Follow the facts and eyewitness accounts. 👇🏽 Link to image”

Omar (D-MN-5) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @borzou – “Israeli human rights group uses geolocation to refute Israeli allegation that Palestinian gunmen shot Shireen Abu Akleh Link to quoted tweet”

Omar (D-MN-5) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @mehdirhasan – “"Shireen's producer told Al Jazeera they identified themselves to the Israelis as press & that the Israelis shot at them without asking them to leave or stop filming." My commentary tonight on the killing of Al Jazeera journalist @ShireenNasri in Jenin: Link to video”

Omar (D-MN-5) 05/12/2022: Retweet of @AymanM – “My tribute and commentary about the killing of Shireen Abu Akleh and the pursuit of accountability and Justice for Palestinians. Link to quoted tweet”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “The killing of American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh is an horrific tragedy. A thorough, objective investigation is needed now. Congress is committed to the defense of press freedoms worldwide and protection of every journalist, particularly those in conflict zones.”

Pocan (D-WI-2) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “The US government's condemnation of the killing of an American journalist is a welcome reaction to an untenable situation in Israel and Palestine. Restrictions on aid may be necessary if human rights and universally acceptable norms can't be followed. White House Condemns Killing of Al Jazeera Reporter... | usnews.com”

Schiff (D-CA-28) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Deeply saddened to learn Shireen Abu Akleh - a Palestinian-American reporter - was killed. I'm praying for her family, her colleague, Ali Al-Samudi, and all members of the press who risk their lives doing their jobs. A thorough investigation is needed to ensure accountability.”

Scott (R-FL) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “.@amnesty continues to use its platform to perpetuate anti-Semitic propaganda attacking Israel. This is exactly why the Senate must pass my & @SenatorBraun's bill to prohibit federal funding & relief programs from going to this sham of a “human rights” organization. Link to quoted tweetEnd Israel's apartheid. End Israel's apartheid. End Israel's apartheid. End Israel's apartheid. End Israel's apartheid. End Israel's apartheid. End Israel's apartheid. End Israel's apartheid.”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @ZainabFattah – “Congresswoman @RepRashida led a moment of silence for #ShireenAbuAkleh Link to quoted tweet”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Palestinians are not disposable. Link to quoted tweet.@RashidaTlaib just led a moment of silence in honor of #ShireenAbuAqla on the House floor. May Shireen's memory be for a blessing and for truth. May we end US complicity and support for the Israeli government's violent apartheid regime that killed her. (Link to twitter.com)”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @IlhanMN – “She was killed by the Israeli military, after making her presence as a journalist clearly known. We provide Israel with $3.8 billion in military aid annually with no restrictions. What will it take for accountability for these human rights violations? Link to quoted tweet”

Van Hollen (D-MD) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “.@SpeakerPelosi is right. Anyone who believes in press freedom and justice should call for a thorough and independent investigation into the killing of American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. Link to quoted tweetThe killing of American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh is an horrific tragedy. A thorough, objective investigation is needed now. Congress is committed to the defense of press freedoms worldwide and protection of every journalist, particularly those in conflict zones.”

Wagner (R-MO-2) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “I joined my Abraham Accords Caucus co-chairs and some of our counterparts in the Knesset, Israel's legislature, for a meeting with the Abraham Accords Peace Institute. Link to image We discussed our shared goals to expand the impact of the historic Abraham Accords and continue to strengthen relationships and promote peace in the region.”

Zeldin (R-NY-1) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Nowhere in America is antisemitism more of a violent, growing problem than NY. This raw hate needs to be identified, confronted, & crushed. We must immediately reclaim our streets from criminals & put law-abiding NYers & police back in charge again. ‘Free Palestine': Yeshiva Student Assaulted in Third Antisemitic Attack in Brooklyn In Five Days... | algemeiner.com”

Iran

Aderholt (R-AL-4) 05/12/2022: Tweet – “I'm calling on us make new investments in our military to meet the challenges we have coming at us from Russia, China, North Korea and Iran. China in particular wants to match, and surpass us in military capability by the middle of the century. Our defense budget gap threatens America's security... | thehill.com”

Graves (R-LA-6) 05/12/2022: Twitter thread – “Statement on Biden Admin Canceling Lease Sales, Two in the Gulf of Mexico: "The Biden Administration's announcement that they will cancel new offshore oil and gas production approaches levels of irresponsibility and reckless stupidity never seen before... (1/4) Link to quoted tweetBiden admin cancels massive oil and gas lease sale amid record-high gas prices (Biden admin cancels massive oil and gas lease sale amid record-high gas prices... | fxn.ws) "We are paying record prices for gasoline and to heat and cool our homes... (2/4) "Rather than using American energy sources to help solve the problem and lower prices, the Biden Administration continues to carry out policies that only benefit Russia, China, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Venezuela and other apparent allies of this White House... (3/4) "It is past time for the administration to put Americans first. This is the only administration in modern history to not issue lands and waters for oil and gas production. Not only is this illegal, but it is hurting families across the country." (4/4)”

Risch (R-ID) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “#Iran's detention of European nationals ahead of its meeting with @enriquemora_ is outrageous. The #EU must accept that Iran is not a trustworthy interlocutor given its continued aggression. This should be the final nail in the coffin for any bad deal with Iran. Link to quoted tweetIran detains 2 Europeans; EU envoy in Tehran about nuke deal (Iran detains 2 Europeans; EU envoy in Tehran about nuke deal... | washingtontimes.com)”

Saudi Arabia

Gaetz (R-FL-1) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “The government of Saudi Arabia has staunchly claimed to be innocent and unattached to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The truth cannot hide forever. If U.S. intelligence agencies continue to unseal existing evidence of the Saudi 9/11 connection, the American public will get answers. Link to video”

Gaetz (R-FL-1) 05/11/2022: GETTR Post – “The government of Saudi Arabia has staunchly claimed to be innocent and unattached to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The truth cannot hide forever. If U.S. intelligence agencies continue to unseal existing evidence of the Saudi 9/11 connection, the American public will get answers. WATCH: https://rumble.com/v14cpp0-episode-42-live-ultra-maga-firebrand-with-matt-gaetz.html”

Meijer (R-MI-3) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “Absolute idiocy. The immediate alternative to US oil and gas production isn't renewables- it's Saudi, Venezuelan, and other foreign oil/gas E&P that emits way more greenhouse gas-trapping methane & sends profits oversees. (PS- @POTUS still keeping solar more expense w/ tariffs) Link to quoted tweetThe Biden administration has canceled one of the most high-profile oil and gas lease opportunities pending before the Interior Department. The decision comes at a challenging political moment when gas prices are hitting painful new highs. (Biden administration cancels Alaska oil and gas lease sale... | cbsn.ws)   Link to reply@RepMeijer @POTUS What's E&P? @RepMeijer @VLife08 @POTUS sorry- exploration and production (drilling)”

Murphy (D-CT) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “um ‘We've all made mistakes' – Greg Norman's gaffe over killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi | Sport | The Times”

Murphy (D-CT) 05/12/2022: Retweet of @PeteAbe – “The Saudis killed Jamal Khashoggi, a journalist critical of their regime, and chopped up his body. But as Greg Norman says, "We've all made mistakes and you just want to learn from those mistakes " What's gotten into these greedy golfers?”

Stevens (D-MI-11) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “In Michigan, we experienced a significant rise in fire-related deaths in January 2022 - all preventable. To prevent further lives and homes lost, I co-lead the Empowering the U.S. Fire Administration Act with @RepRitchie, which passed the House today! Link to video   Link to reply@RepHaleyStevens @RepRitchie I am very disappointed in my last interaction with you congresswoman, especially that I volunteered for your campaign. I sent a message requesting help, and all you managed to do was send an automated reply. That isn't how you treat a constituent who volunteered in your campaign @Riyadhelalami @RepRitchie We're so sorry to have missed your request. Please reach out to my district office tomorrow, (734) 853-3040, and someone will gladly try and assist you.”

Jordan

Burchett (R-TN-2) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Honored to co-chair the ⁦@HouseForeign⁩ ⁦@HouseForeignGOP⁩ meeting with the King of Jordan. Thank you ⁦@KingAbdullahII⁩ for the shameless selfie Link to image”

Burchett (R-TN-2) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Actually yes. Link to quoted tweet@timburchett @HouseForeign @HouseForeignGOP @KingAbdullahII Did you invite hem for some Falafel :)”

Hoyer (D-MD-5) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Honored to join my colleagues for an important meeting with His Majesty King Abdullah II of @RHCJO earlier today to discuss the important U.S.-Jordanian relationship, our role in the Middle East, and efforts to strengthen ties between our countries. Link to image”

Inhofe (R-OK) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “It was a pleasure to meet with my friend King Abdullah II of Jordan, Crown Prince Hussein, and members of the Jordanian delegation yesterday. I'm grateful for the long partnership between our countries, and look forward to working together to strengthen our defense cooperation. Link to image”

Lieu (D-CA-33) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “Honored to meet with King Abdullah II of Jordan today. Jordan is an important ally of the United States, and we value the strategic partnership with Jordan. America and Jordan cooperate together on shared regional challenges, and work together to advance peace in the Middle East. Link to image   Link to reply@tedlieu Why are the women not seated at the table? @valeriestone This is not a picture of the full table. There were multiple women at the table.”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: Pleased to host @KingAbdullahII today with @HouseForeign colleagues. We discussed the important US-Jordanian bilateral relationship, our cooperation on shared regional challenges, and our mutual desire to promote peace and prosperity across the Middle East. Link to image”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Join me live as I welcome His Majesty @KingAbdullahII, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to the United States Capitol. Nancy Pelosi... | twitter.com”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 05/12/2022: Tweet – “It was a pleasure to meet once again with Jordan's @KingAbdullahII & discuss new possibilities for the longstanding friendship between the U.S. and the Hashemite Kingdom. Link to image”

Turner (R-OH-10) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “I was honored to meet with his Majesty @KingAbdullahII today and discuss U.S. relations with Jordan. It is vital we grow this partnership to strengthen relations with our allies in the Middle East for generations to come. Link to image”

Iraq

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Since 2001, between 2-3 million service members have served in post-9/11 war operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. Today, the House passed my bill to rename the Schaumburg Post Office in their honor as a constant reminder for our community of these veterans. Link to image”

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Today, I was honored that the House passed my bill to rename a Schaumburg Post Office as the “Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan Memorial Post Office Building.” I would like to thank & honor our veterans for their bravery, their courage, their sacrifice, and their patriotism. Link to video”

Turkey

Pallone (D-NJ-6) 05/11/2022: Twitter thread – “I strongly condemn the proposed weapons sale to Turkey. The United States must not reward Turkey with new weapons and military equipment given the Erdogan regime's long record of human rights abuses, destabilizing actions, and failure to live up to NATO commitments. In recent months, President Erdogan has made meager overtures to get back in our good graces. The U.S. cannot falsely assume that this sale will incentivize Erdogan to halt his deadly actions and change his diplomacy. This sale will only embolden him and give him the resources to continue his war mongering initiatives in the Caucasus and beyond. I cannot support any Congressional action that would help Turkey increase its military arsenal.”

Sessions (R-TX-17) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @volkan_bozkir – “During our visit to the US Congress, we met today with @RepMikeTurner , @RepTenney @PeteSessions , @RepDonBacon & Senator @SenBlumenthal in WashingtonDC. We discussed the latest situation in Ukraine & in our region & Turkish- US political, economic and military relations. 🇹🇷🤝🇺🇸 Link to image”

Yemen

Coons (D-DE) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @SteveTaravella – “What can the US do to help address suffering from hunger globally, @ChrisCoons asked at today's Senate Appropriations hearing. "Get the money out the door as fast as you can – the house is on fire," replied @WFPChief Beasley, noting @WFP has already cut rations to many in #Yemen. Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Bush (D-MO-1) 05/11/2022: Retweet of @BJC_HealthCare – “With support from Congresswoman @CoriBush a federal grant will soon help @BarnesJewish curb homelessness in our region by expanding the Hospital-to-Housing program, which provides resources for BJC and @stpatrickcenter to support unhoused individuals seeking care. Link to image”

Manning (D-NC-6) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “I was proud to speak on the House floor last night, during Jewish American Heritage Month, to share my support for honoring Benjamin Ferencz with a Congressional Gold Medal for his work to prosecute Nazis during the Nuremberg trials. Watch below. Link to video”

Rosen (D-NV) 05/12/2022: Retweet of @StateSEAS – “Special Envoy Lipstadt: Concerned by reports many Jewish passengers were denied boarding last week @Airport_FRA on a flight to Budapest because of the behavior of some passengers.”

Stevens (D-MI-11) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Had a fantastic meeting with @USJewishDems! We talked about protecting democracy, combatting antisemitism, and women's access to abortion care. Thanks for taking the time to meet with me today! Link to image”

Afghanistan

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/12/2022: Tweet – “Thank you to our Omaha intern, Hunter Haese! He is a junior double majoring in Economics & Political Science at UNO. During his internship, he enjoyed helping our team provide resources to constituents and reuniting them with family overseas, including those left in Afghanistan. Link to image”

Burchett (R-TN-2) 05/12/2022: Tweet – “You'd think the ⁦@POTUS⁩ wouldn't make these comparisons with his failures at the border, Afghanistan, inflation and gas prices. Biden calls Trump 'MAGA king,' vows to push GOP contrasts... | yahoo.com”

Chabot (R-OH-1) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “"The Biden administration's chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan was one of the worst foreign policy debacles in American history." #OH01 Back in Burqas... | stevechabot.com”

Jacobs (D-CA-53) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Today I chaired a @HouseForeign subcommittee hearing on implementation of the Global Fragility Act - which takes the lessons from our mistakes in Afghanistan and elsewhere to create a new holistic approach to conflict. I look forward to working with the Admin on this effort. Link to image”

Mast (R-FL-18) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “This is tragic. The consequences of Joe Biden's failure in Afghanistan will have implications for millions over the next several decades. The damage he caused is only beginning to be known. Opinion | Taliban Afghanistan Keeps Getting Worse”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “The Afghan people continue to suffer under the Taliban 9 months after the U.S.'s disastrous departure. Stern words are insufficient as the Taliban fails to live up to their commitments. Biden's attempt to sweep Afghanistan under the rug is shameful.Opinion | Taliban Afghanistan Keeps Getting Worse”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/11/2022: Tweet – “Like in Afghanistan, veterans once again are stepping in to help Americans when our government won't. American detained by Russia for a month is freed with help of veterans group: 'A lot of relief'... | foxnews.com”

Other - Middle East

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 05/12/2022: Tweet – “Republicans in disarray ... Link to quoted tweetPretty funny seeing Hannity blast Kathy Barnette for once tweeting "Obama is a Muslim" considering his own history of appealing to Islamophobia by repeatedly making that same implication: (Link to twitter.com) (Link to twitter.com)”