Last updated on Fri June 10, 2022 at 12:49 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Bacon (R-NE-2) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @Hadassah – “Thank you @SenJoniErnst @SenJackyRosen @SenatorLankford @SenBooker @RepDavidTrone @RepAnnWagner @RepDonBacon @RepJimmyPanetta @cathymcmorris @RepSchneider for introducing the DEFEND act, which will strengthen the defense of #Israel and its neighbors. McMorris Rodgers, Abraham Accords Caucus Introduce Bill to Unite Middle East Partners Against Iranian Aggression - Cathy McMorris Rodgers”
Bacon (R-NE-2) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @DanielBShapiro – “Bravo to bipartisan Cong. Abraham Accords Caucus leaders for introducing the DEFEND Act to promote US-Israeli-Arab integrated air defenses. @SenJoniErnst @SenJackyRosen @SenBooker @SenatorLankford @RepSchneider @cathymcmorris @RepDonBacon @RepJimmyPanetta U.S. Proposes Helping Israel, Arab States Harden Air Defenses Against Iran - WSJ”
Bacon (R-NE-2) 06/10/2022: Tweet – “🚨🚨🚨 ENDORSEMENT ALERT 🚨🚨🚨 The @RJC has endorsed my campaign for re-election! From my time in the Air Force helping stand up missile defense in Israel to my time in Congress championing the security and prosperity of the Jewish community, I'm honored by this endorsement. Link to image”
Chabot (R-OH-1) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “As co-chair of the Israel Allies Caucus, I had the opportunity to speak at the @IsraelAllies Foundation Jerusalem Day event. It is important that we fight for an indivisible Jerusalem and help combat antisemitism. Thank you for having me! Link to image”
Craig (D-MN-2) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Both sides of the aisle are committed to building a safer Middle East for all. Coordinating security efforts against the threats posed by Iran is a sensible strategy that we should work with our ally Israel to pursue across the Middle East. U.S. Proposes Helping Israel, Arab States Harden Air Defenses Against Iran... | wsj.com”
Doggett (D-TX-35) 06/09/2022: Twitter thread – “Wonderful to meet with @ADLAustin members, discussing our shared work to combat dangerous white nationalist extremism and Anti-Semitism that has infected our local community. Link to image Working together to confront hate, educate our youth, and encourage tolerance and respect for all, while recognizing the importance of security and support for synagogues recently targeted, such as Congregation Beth Israel. We also discussed protection for refugees and support for the right to seek asylum, and more.”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “I'm thrilled to have the support of @AIPAC — one of the leading voices on U.S.-Israel relations — for the DEFEND Act. See what they have to say about our efforts⬇️ Link to image”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @jinsadc – “JINSA applauds the Senate and House Abraham Accords Caucuses for their leadership in introducing the DEFEND Act. This is a major step in fulfilling the Abraham Accords' potential to protect US interests @SenJackyRosen @SenJoniErnst @RepSchneider @TeamCMR 1/U.S. Proposes Helping Israel, Arab States Harden Air Defenses Against Iran - WSJ”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @HabithonistimEn – “The Middle East, united against Iran. IDSF commends the US Senate and House Abraham Accords Caucuses for promoting the DEFEND Act. Defense cooperation between Israel and Middle Eastern partners against a global threat should be advanced. U.S. Proposes Helping Israel, Arab States Harden Air Defenses Against Iran - WSJ”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “The DEFEND Act includes Israel as a linchpin in its collaborative security framework against Iran and its proxies. Thank you for your support of the Abraham Accords Caucus! We look forward to growing our partnership. Link to quoted tweetThankful that the bipartisan Abraham Accords Caucus is working actively to support regional security in the face of destabilizing forces in the Middle East. We look forward to working together with this important caucus in both the Senate and the House. (Link to twitter.com)”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/10/2022: Retweet of @Peace_Accords – “@Peace_Accords applauds the #AbrahamAccords Caucus efforts to safeguard the historic opportunity created by the Accords & providing the ability to defend the peace & prosperity it brings. Congratulations @SenJoniErnst @SenJackyRosen @SenatorLankford @SenBooker Link to quoted tweet”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/10/2022: Retweet of @AJCongress – “We applaud the introduction of the bipartisan, bicameral #DEFEND Act. This important legislation helps to safeguard #Israel and other Middle Eastern allies against global threats stemming from #Iran. Full statement👉PRESS RELEASE: American Jewish Congress Applauds the Introduction of the Bipartisan, Bicameral DEFEND Act - American Jewish Congress Link to image”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/10/2022: Retweet of @Hadassah – “Thank you @SenJoniErnst @SenJackyRosen @SenatorLankford @SenBooker @RepDavidTrone @RepAnnWagner @RepDonBacon @RepJimmyPanetta @cathymcmorris @RepSchneider for introducing the DEFEND act, which will strengthen the defense of #Israel and its neighbors. McMorris Rodgers, Abraham Accords Caucus Introduce Bill to Unite Middle East Partners Against Iranian Aggression - Cathy McMorris Rodgers”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/10/2022: Retweet of @CUFIActionFund – “NEW: Bipartisan Proposal to Unite Middle East Partners Against Iranian Aggression The DEFEND Act is a bipartisan, bicameral effort by the Abraham Accords Caucus to combat attacks from Iranian-backed extremists through air and missile defense capabilities. Press Releases | U.S. Senator Joni Ernst”
Green (R-TN-7) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Tehran is a state sponsor of terrorism, has killed U.S. soldiers, and threatens Israel's existence. Disastrous Iran Nuclear Deal negotiations must stop immediately. Iran Turns Off U.N. Surveillance Cameras at Nuclear Site - The New York Times”
Hagerty (R-TN) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Last year, I forced the Biden Admin to admit that the US can't open an official US consulate for the Palestinians in Jerusalem without the consent of the Gov. of Israel, but the Admin now appears to be trying to create an unofficial US consulate. I unequivocally oppose this plan. Link to image”
Kelly (D-AZ) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “I'm advocating that we fully fund U.S.-Israel cooperative missile defense programs, including Iron Dome, in this year's defense appropriations. A bipartisan group of us in the Senate are working to ensure support for Israel's self defense and joint R&D to counter shared threats.”
Maloney (D-NY-12) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “BDS is anti-Semitic through and through, and I will ALWAYS condemn those who condone and take part in it. I stand with Ritchie in speaking out against this disgusting and hateful act. Link to quoted tweetThe BDS movement put together “a mapping project” that accuses Jewish and “Zionist” institutions of various evils in American society. Scapegoating is a common symptom of Antisemitism, which at its core is a conspiracy theory. (BDS map ties police, media to Boston Jewish, 'Zionist' institutions... | jpost.com) (BDS map ties police, media to Boston Jewish, 'Zionist' institutions... | jpost.com)”
Nadler (D-NY-10) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Not only is BDS counterproductive and destructive to Middle East peace, this is an extremely dangerous use of antisemitic tropes that could lead to violence. This group should apologize and take down this reprehensible, grossly antisemitic "project" immediately. Link to quoted tweet.@RepAuchincloss denounced the chart, created and circulated by a Boston pro-BDS group, that alleged Jewish groups were connected to a network of government, media and police (Boston BDS map of Jewish groups has ‘potential to incite violence,' Auchincloss says... | jewishinsider.com)”
Rodgers (R-WA-5) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Today, I introduced the bipartisan DEFEND Act with my colleagues in the Abraham Accords Caucus. It sends a clear message that our country is prepared to do what it takes to help our allies stand up to Iran & preserve the peace we've worked hard to achieve. Standing United Against Iranian Aggression - Cathy McMorris Rodgers”
Scott (R-FL) 06/10/2022: Tweet – “Just like they do with Iran, this is the Biden admin appeasing those who harbor & sponsor terrorism & turning its back on our great ally, Israel. We must pass the Upholding the 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Law Act of 2021 to block the admin's efforts to subvert the law. Link to quoted tweetThe Biden administration has rolled back a Trump administration decision to place the department that deals with the Palestinians within the U.S. Embassy to Israel. (Reversing Trump, State Department separates Palestinian office from U.S. Embassy to Israel... | trib.al)”
Trone (D-MD-6) 06/09/2022: Twitter thread – “Earlier today, I introduced the DEFEND Act to stand up to Iran's continued aggression in the Middle East. We must act now to help countries keep their citizens safe and forge ahead with the progress we have made toward a stronger, more united future for the region. Link to video Thank you to @SenJoniErnst, @SenJackyRosen, @SenatorLankford, @SenBooker, @RepSchneider, @RepAnnWagner, @RepJimmyPanetta, @cathymcmorris, @RepDonBacon for joining me in this effort. Trone, Abraham Accords Caucus Introduce Bill to Unite Middle East Partners Against Iranian Aggression - Congressman David Trone”
Iran
Blackburn (R-TN) 06/10/2022: Tweet – “Reviving the 2015 nuclear deal should be off the table. Iran has shown the world time and time again that they cannot be trusted. Opinion | The Iranian Nuclear Deal Dream Never Dies”
Burchett (R-TN-2) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Thank you @insidevoa for talking with us about the horrible situation in Iran and their nuclear capabilities which we are facilitating. Link to image”
Cohen (D-TN-9) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @RepCohen – “As the insurrection was occurring, I shouted to the Republicans: “Call Trump, tell him to call off his revolutionary guard.” It was as obvious then as it is now that Trump was responsible for inciting the attack and calling the shots. ⬇️@NYTimes from January 6, 2021 Link to image”
Cohen (D-TN-9) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @HouseInSession – “Among the lawmakers sitting as spectators in the hearing room is Steve Cohen, a Tennessee Democrat, who during the Jan. 6 siege yelled down to Republicans on the House chamber floor from a gallery seat to "Call Trump. Tell him to call off his Revolutionary Guard!"”
Cohen (D-TN-9) 06/10/2022: Retweet of @RepCohen – “I was in the House Gallery when Trump's insurrectionists came to overthrow the election. I shouted to my Republican colleagues: “Call Trump! Tell him to call off his revolutionary guard!” I look forward to hearing what the January 6 Committee has found. Link to video”
Ernst (R-IA) 06/10/2022: Retweet of @RadioIowa – “Ernst bill seeks to spur security talks among U.S. allies, to counter Iran Ernst bill seeks to spur security talks among U.S. allies, to counter Iran - Radio Iowa”
Lankford (R-OK) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “We can't hope for peace, we must work to create peace. My colleagues & I are calling on DOD to create strategic plans to strengthen us against ongoing threats from Iran—we can & must be smart when dealing with Iran & continue to work toward lasting peace. Lankford, Ernst Lead Push to Unite Middle East Partners Against Iranian Aggression... | lankford.senate.gov”
Lankford (R-OK) 06/09/2022: GETTR Post – “We can't hope for peace, we must work to create peace. My colleagues & I are calling on DOD to create strategic plans to strengthen us against ongoing threats from Iran—we can & must be smart when dealing with Iran & continue to work toward lasting peace. Lankford, Ernst Lead Push to Unite Middle East Partners Against Iranian Aggression | U.S. Senat”
Markey (D-MA) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Iran has just disabled the UN cameras that monitor enrichment levels at nuclear facilities. There is still time to prevent an Iranian nuclear weapon and a needless war, but it requires all sides returning to the Iran Nuclear Deal now. Link to quoted tweetIran has turned off two surveillance cameras used by the U.N. watchdog agency to monitor a nuclear site, state television reported, the latest sign of rising tensions with world powers over the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal. (Iran Turns Off U.N. Surveillance Cameras at Nuclear Site... | nyti.ms)”
Meeks (D-NY-5) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: The @IAEAOrg was right to censure #Iran for its continued non-compliance with its nuclear Safeguards Agreement. Iran must become compliant and cease its provocative nuclear behavior. This vote shows the world is losing patience. Iran slams censure by UN watchdog in new cloud over nuclear talks... | news.yahoo.com”
Meeks (D-NY-5) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @RepTedDeutch – “Pleased to see the IAEA Board of Governors adopt a resolution censuring Iran submitted by the US & our European partners which criticizes Iran's consistent failure to answer the IAEA's outstanding questions regarding uranium particles found at undeclared Iranian nuclear sites.”
Perry (R-PA-10) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Proud to support freedom-loving Iranian people. #FreeIran #IranProtests Link to quoted tweetThank you @RepScottPerry for making the time to connect with us this afternoon in our Washington studios. We are grateful for your leadership in the House and for your inspiring words of support for the liberty seeking Iranian people! #IranProtests (Link to twitter.com)”
Risch (R-ID) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Since Biden started negotiations to rejoin the #JCPOA, #Iran has sponsored drone attacks against U.S. troops & diplomats, + our regional partners. This legislation will impose serious costs on the Iranian drone program and its supporters. SFRC Approves Stop Iranian Drones Act | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”
Rosen (D-NV) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “In response to increasingly sophisticated air and missile threats from Iran and its terrorist proxies, @SenJoniErnst & I are introducing the bipartisan, bicameral DEFEND Act to increase our defense capabilities and that of our Middle East allies & partners. More on our bill. ⬇️ Link to video”
Schneider (D-IL-10) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Today, Iran is on the one-yard line with its nuclear program. Iran's missile capabilities are a threat to the entire region. U.S. leadership can stand up to Iran and foster peace in the region by providing integrated missile defense through the DEFEND Act. Link to video”
Sullivan (R-AK) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “There is nobody in the Biden administration who more regularly undermines America's national interests than John Kerry. Our so-called Climate Czar is well known for kowtowing to the Chinese Communist Party, kissing up to Iranian terrorists, all while trying to kill U.S. energy. Link to video”
Wicker (R-MS) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Iran continues to race toward a nuclear weapon, but President Biden still wants to rejoin a flawed deal. Even Democrats in Congress agree – you cannot make a deal with a fundamentally corrupt and dishonest regime.”
Saudi Arabia
Cotton (R-AR) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “The media is wrong to attack golfers for participating in a tournament backed by Saudi Arabia, an important Gulf partner. Many of these sanctimonious outlets make money from our enemy, the Chinese Communist Party—pure hypocrisy.”
Iraq
Evans (D-PA-3) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Gun violence leaves a terrible, lasting impact on the bodies of survivors as well as the people we lose to this ongoing epidemic. Important story by @DrSanjayGupta: Link to quoted tweetOne of the most memorable lessons I had in medical school involved firearms and watermelons. That was thirty years ago, and whether it is working as a trauma neurosurgeon or on the battlefields of Iraq, the lessons stay the same. (Dr. Sanjay Gupta: The damage to the human body caused by firearms - CNN)”
Libya
Connolly (D-VA-11) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @MattGertz – “"Everybody thought Hillary Clinton was unbeatable, right? But we put together a Benghazi special committee. A select committee. What are her numbers today? Her numbers are dropping." Kevin McCarthy during an interview with Sean Hannity, September 2015 Link to quoted tweet”
Omar (D-MN-5) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Old news you say, remind us how long you all investigated #Benghazi again? Link to quoted tweetAll. Old. News.”
Yemen
Khanna (D-CA-17) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Thank you @SecBlinken for providing this urgently needed assistance to help prevent a catastrophic oil spill off the coast of Yemen. Link to quoted tweetI announced on #WorldOceanDay that @StateDept, working w/ Congress, plans to provide $10 million to support @UN efforts to address imminent threats from the FSO Safer in Yemen to help prevent an oil spill or leak from damaging the Red Sea ecosystem & impeding global commerce.”
Horn of Africa
Risch (R-ID) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “As the #HornofAfrica faces a number of complex challenges, the U.S. should explore all possible mutually-beneficial relationships with stable and democratic partners, including #Somaliland. I'm proud to see passage of this legislation today. Risch, Van Hollen, Rounds Applaud Committee Passage of Somaliland Legislation | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”
Sudan
Risch (R-ID) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “I was pleased to see nominees for key #Africa posts passed out of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee today, including for #Kenya, #Sudan, & #SouthSudan. I've been vocal about the need to have confirmed ambassadors in these critical posts after extended vacancies.”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Auchincloss (D-MA-4) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “After debating gun violence with the GOP all week, and holding up Massachusetts as an example, I am furious that orgs here at home would put schools in harm's way. @MassAGO is right: this is unacceptable. Link to quoted tweetWith antisemitism rising across the country, including here in Massachusetts, this is irresponsible and unacceptable. Mapping out Jewish community groups, arts organizations, and schools like this puts residents and their families at risk. (Link to twitter.com)”
Auchincloss (D-MA-4) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “.@AndreaForAG is demonstrating the clarity and conviction that Bay Staters expect of their attorney general. Link to quoted tweetThe explicit naming of people, school, and orgs within the Jewish community is dangerous and absolutely unacceptable. This creates a real threat for our Jewish community especially with an uptick in anti-Semitic attacks and hate crimes. The map should be taken down immediately. (Link to twitter.com)”
Carper (D-DE) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “It shouldn't take the murder of kids in a school, Black Americans in a grocery store, or Jewish, Muslim, or Sikh Americans in a house of worship for us to realize we need to address gun violence & the threat of white supremacists in this country. As a nation, we must do more. Link to video”
Roy (R-TX-21) 06/10/2022: Retweet of @MarinaMedvin – “There appears to be a debate on the impact of gun confiscation on the Holocaust. I'll just leave these old NY Times pieces here in case anyone wants primary sources. Link to image”
Roy (R-TX-21) 06/10/2022: Tweet – “"Tyrants disarm the people they intend to oppress." -Rep Roy Link to quoted tweetThere appears to be a debate on the impact of gun confiscation on the Holocaust. I'll just leave these old NY Times pieces here in case anyone wants primary sources. (Link to twitter.com)”
Roy (R-TX-21) 06/10/2022: Tweet – “Non-debatable: ”Tyrants disarm the people they intend to oppress.” Link to quoted tweetThere appears to be a debate on the impact of gun confiscation on the Holocaust. I'll just leave these old NY Times pieces here in case anyone wants primary sources. (Link to twitter.com)”
Scott (D-GA-13) 06/09/2022: Twitter thread – “This week, with the passage of two critically important pieces of legislation, the U.S. House of Representatives took crucial strides towards addressing the epidemic of gun violence in our nation. Link to image These long overdue safety provisions, which reflect the will of the majority of Americans, take necessary steps to protect our children and make our schools, churches, synagogues, and communities safer. These bills will not heal the unspeakable pain of those parents, sisters, brothers, and children who lost loved ones in Uvalde, Texas or in Buffalo, New York, or in Atlanta, Georgia, or in so many other cities across America. But this week, in the wake of tragedy, our House of Representatives—the People's House—took decisive action to protect Americans and prevent further loss.”
Afghanistan
Bishop (R-NC-9) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “13 American service members died because Biden completely botched his Afghanistan withdrawal. Where's their hearing?”
Clyde (R-GA-9) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “When is the primetime hearing for Joe Biden's botched Afghanistan withdrawal?”
Hice (R-GA-10) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @Rep_Clyde – “When is the primetime hearing for Joe Biden's botched Afghanistan withdrawal?”
Issa (R-CA-50) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Where's the primetime hearing on Biden breaking his promise and abandoning hundreds of Americans in Afghanistan?”
Jordan (R-OH-4) 06/09/2022: Tweet – “Where's the primetime hearing on President Biden's botched Afghanistan withdrawal?”
Long (R-MO-7) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @USRepLong – “If the # Democrats didn't have the #Jan6th reality show, they'd have to talk about #BabyFormula #GasPrices #BorderSecurity #Fentanyl #AfghanistanWithdrawal, etc. #Woke policies are ruining our country. Link to video”
Long (R-MO-7) 06/09/2022: Retweet of @Jim_Jordan – “Where's the primetime hearing on President Biden's botched Afghanistan withdrawal?”