Members on the Record (Automated) for Fri July 29, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Beatty (D-OH-3) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @DemMaj4Israel – “DMFI PAC is proud to endorse @TheBlackCaucus Chairwoman Rep. @JoyceBeatty in November! She's dedicated her life to fighting for equality for all Americans and is a strong supporter of the U.S.-Israel relationship. #OH03 Link to image”

Brown (D-OH) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “I support Shireen Abu Akleh's family as they call for accountability and an independent investigation into her death.   I will always stand for freedom of the press and condemn attacks on journalists, wherever they occur. Link to quoted tweet⭕️ LIVE: Relatives of murdered Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh call on the US to hold Israeli forces accountable for her killing. (Al Jazeera English... | twitter.com)”

Carper (D-DE) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “American citizen and journalist Shireen Abu Akleh spent 25 years as a member of the free press. And over two months ago, she was shot to death while doing her job. We need an independent, transparent US investigation to deliver accountability for her killing. #JusticeforShireen Link to quoted tweetSCOOP: The family of slain Palestinian American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh is in DC and have been granted a meeting with Blinken today. They will be asking for a new US investigation into Shireen's killing, according to an exclusive statement and Q&A (‘She's a Human Being Who Was Killed in Cold Blood': Shireen Abu Akleh's Family Demands U.S. Action... | politico.com)”

Carson (D-IN-7) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I was honored to join the Abu Akleh family and my colleagues today, fighting for #JusticeForShireen Here's my full statement. Rep. Carson Announces Justice For Shireen Act... | carson.house.gov”

Cline (R-VA-6) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I was pleased to meet with constituent members of Christians United for Israel recently and join them in our support for Israel, one of America's strongest allies. Link to image”

Deutch (D-FL-22) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Our Ambassador is quite right. I look forward to working with her to address these outrageous comments. This is yet another piece of evidence that this open-ended COI process was unprecedented, biased, and unjustifiable from the start. Link to quoted tweetThere should be no place for such antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment at the @UN. These remarks by a COI commissioner at @UN_HRC cannot go unaddressed. (Link to twitter.com)”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 07/29/2022: Retweet of @AmbHerzog – “I had another productive week of bipartisan meetings on the Hill with @amyklobuchar, @cathymcmoriss, @repdlamborn, @rosadelauro, @RepJerryNadler & @RepLoisFrankel. We discussed @POTUS's visit to Israel, the threat posed by Iran & opportunities for bilateral & regional cooperation Link to image”

Johnson (D-GA-4) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I was proud to sign a letter echoing the Abu Akleh family's call for a US investigation that leads to accountability for Shireen's killing. Watch their press conference today on Capitol Hill. @POTUS should meet with the family & make sure justice is served. #JusticeForShireen Link to quoted tweet⭕️ LIVE: Relatives of murdered Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh call on the US to hold Israeli forces accountable for her killing. (Al Jazeera English... | twitter.com)”

Long (R-MO-7) 07/29/2022: Retweet of @joelpollak – “As the Holocaust raged, US newspapers buried reports on Hitler's Final Solution | The Times of Israel As the Holocaust raged, US newspapers buried reports on Hitler's Final Solution... | timesofisrael.com”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I appreciated the opportunity to join the Abu Akleh family today, reemphasizing the need for a thorough U.S. investigation into Shireen's killing by the IDF in occupied Palestine. We need justice & accountability. #JusticeforShireen Watch the press conference below ⬇ Link to quoted tweet⭕️ LIVE: Relatives of murdered Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh call on the US to hold Israeli forces accountable for her killing. (Al Jazeera English... | twitter.com)”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 07/28/2022: Twitter thread – “Tune in to watch myself and other leaders discuss how we can find #JusticeForShireen 🔴 Al Jazeera English | Live We must have a thorough investigation. We must have accountability. "Shireen, a 51 year old US citizen doing her job as an Al Jazeera reporter on May 11 When IDF forces occupying the West Bank shot and killed her. As a Palestinian American, as a journalist, as a human being her most fundamental rights were just taken away from her." Rep. McCollum "There must be accountability for your loved one's death. A free press is essential to a global democracy...that has to be protected. And that's why I stand with the family today in support of their request for a thorough transparent US investigation..." "As an American she deserves no less. As a journalist she must be protected...So we must live up to these ideals by providing Shireen and her family and all of our fellow Americans the answers about what happened..."”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “"As an American she deserves no less. As a journalist she must be protected...So we must live up to these ideals by providing Shireen and her family and all of our fellow Americans the answers about what happened..." - Betty McCollum Family of slain Palestine journalist calls for US investigation into killing... | thehill.com”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @SamiBanatMN – “Members of Congress gather to demand #JusticeForShireen and full U.S. investigation with family of Shireen Abu Akleh today. @BettyMcCollum04 @RepRashida @RepAOC @RepPressley @LinaAbuAkleh Link to image”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Today I stood with the Abu Akleh family and called once again for a thorough U.S. investigation into the death of Shireen Abu Akleh. See the full conference below.⬇️ Link to quoted tweet⭕️ LIVE: Relatives of murdered Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh call on the US to hold Israeli forces accountable for her killing. (Al Jazeera English... | twitter.com)”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @SamiBanatMN – “.@RashidaTlaib represents many Palestinian-Americans in her warm words about @BettyMcCollum04 Betty has fought for #PalestinianHumanRights for years, from when she was virtually the only Member of Congress with the bravery to stand up, to today with the coalition she helped build Link to video”

McMorris Rodgers (R-WA-5) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I had the pleasure to meet with @AmbHerzog to discuss ways I can further support Israel's regional security as co-chair of the Abraham Accords Caucus. I'm excited for our continued work together to strengthen the Abraham Accords as we strive for peace in the Middle East. Link to image”

Meng (D-NY-6) 07/29/2022: Twitter thread – “It was great to meet @StateSEAS Amb. Deborah Lipstadt and hear about her recent trip to the Middle East. As Co-Chair of the House Antisemitism Task Force, I am excited to work with her to bring about real progress addressing the rise of antisemitism worldwide! (1/2) Link to image Glad to see Amb. Lipstadt speak out strongly against the outrageous antisemitic and anti-Israel remarks made by a COI commissioner at @UN_HRC. We must address the HRC's biased treatment of Israel. (2/2)”

Merkley (D-OR) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Powerful to meet with Anton Abu Akleh and hear directly from him about the impact of his family's loss. I urge the Biden administration to pursue a thorough investigation that leads to accountability for the murder of Shireen Abu Akleh. #JusticeForShireen Link to image”

Merkley (D-OR) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @ChrisVanHollen – “Today @SenatorLeahy and I, joined by others, announced action to require the @StateDept to report to Congress on how they're facilitating an independent investigation into the shooting death of American Journalist #ShireenAbuAkleh. See our statement below. Link to image”

Newman (D-IL-3) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “I was honored to stand with the family of Shireen Abu Akleh and echo their demands for #JusticeforShireen. I am outraged that there still has not been an independent, US-led investigation of her death. I joined my colleagues to demand immediate action. Link to image”

Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY-14) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “The Abu Akleh family deserves accountability. CNN, NYT, etc found Shireen was shot by an Israeli sniper while wearing a press vest. Yet, the U.S. has done nothing. We didn't even conduct a thorough investigation in this murder of an American reporter. President Biden must act. Link to video”

Omar (D-MN-5) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Shireen Abu Akleh should be alive. Proud to join her family and my colleagues in the call for an independent U.S. investigation into her murder. We must keep speaking out until we get justice and accountability. #JusticeforShireen Link to image”

Owens (R-UT-4) 07/28/2022: Twitter thread – “During the 1972 Summer Olympics, 11 Israeli athletes were brutally murdered by "Black September," a group of Palestinian terrorists. To mark the 50th anniversary of the Munich Massacre, I introduced a resolution honoring the victims on the House Floor & at future Olympic Games. Throughout history, the unifying power of sports has brought us together. Now more than ever, we must fight all forms of terrorism, antisemitism, and hate. Owens Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Victims of the Munich Massacre - Burgess Owens”

Pressley (D-MA-7) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I was proud to stand in solidarity with the family of Shireen Abu Akleh to demand a thorough, transparent, and US-led investigation into her killing. We'll never have true #JusticeForShireen, for in a just world, she'd still be with us today. But we must have accountability. Link to image”

Schneider (D-IL-10) 07/28/2022: Twitter thread – “Miloon Kothari's outrageous comments, reflecting both an abhorrent, deep-seated antisemitism and a rejection of the very legitimacy of the state of Israel, deserve universal condemnation. Link to quoted tweetAppalling comments by @UN_HRC's Commission of Inquiry member Miloon Kothari who compounds his known predisposition against Israel with base #antisemitic allegations of "Jewish lobby" control of social media.🧵(UN official: Social media largely controlled by Jewish lobby, NGOs... | jpost.com) Kothari's prejudicial rhetoric not only disqualifies him personally, but shows the imbalance and prejudgment of the U.N. Commission of Inquiry, which has been apparent since it's formation. The commission should be disbanded before they can further sully the reputation of the United Nations.  At the very least, Mr. Kothari should be immediately removed from the commission.”

Torres (D-NY-15) 07/28/2022: In reply to TweetDMFI PAC's general election endorsements announced today are the first slate of pro-Israel Democratic candidates we're backing who are competing in November — there will be more to come! We've proudly endorsed Rep. @RitchieTorres in his primary next month. (Link to twitter.com) – “@DemMaj4Israel The endorsement is much appreciated!”

Van Hollen (D-MD) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Today @SenatorLeahy and I, joined by others, announced action to require the @StateDept to report to Congress on how they're facilitating an independent investigation into the shooting death of American Journalist #ShireenAbuAkleh. See our statement below. Link to image”

Young (R-IN) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Congress just passed a key pro-Israel provision in the CHIPS Act. US-Israel binational foundations are eligible recipients for billions of $ in new funding to promote US security & innovation. Thanks @SenToddYoung & @michaelgwaltz for leading this important bipartisan effort.”

Syria

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @NBCNews – “Renowned female commander of the Kurdish opposition forces in Syria, credited by the U.S. with saving American lives in the battle against ISIS, has been killed by a Turkish drone strike, defense officials say. Female Kurdish commander who ‘saved American lives' killed by Turkish drone strike... | nbcnews.to”

Lebanon

McCaul (R-TX-10) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “LR @RepMcCaul “Iran's transfer of sophisticated drones to terrorist proxies & malign actors from Lebanon to Yemen undermines US nat'l security & destabilizes the Middle East. My Stop Iranian Drones Act counters the proliferation of Iran's dangerous UAVs." Iran Ramps Up Drone Exports, Signaling Global Ambitions... | nytimes.com”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 07/28/2022: Twitter thread – “Today I voted for @RepTedDeutch's bill calling on the EU to recognize all of #Hezbollah as a terrorist organization. Hezbollah's own Deputy Secretary General has said “in Lebanon there is one Hezbollah… we don't have a military wing and a political wing.” (1/2) I hope our partners in the EU will recognize what #Hezbollah itself proclaims – that there's no distinction between its military & political wings. Hezbollah must be recognized in whole as what it is - a terrorist organization responsible for the loss of thousands of lives. (2/2)”

Iran

Ernst (R-IA) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “.@TheJusticeDept, we're waiting for answers. In the meantime, will you allow Iranians to be let off the hook? Thank you, @RepDarrellIssa for continuing to press the Biden administration on this important issue. Link to video”

Lieu (D-CA-33) 07/28/2022: Twitter thread – “Today @RepMalinowski @RepJoeWilson @RepGolden @RepKinzinger and I introduced a bipartisan bill to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism. Why? Because Russia is a state sponsor of terrorism. Link to quoted tweetSCOOP: 5 House members (D & R) intro bill to label Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism. Goes further than Senate or previous House effort: Lawmakers believe they can "circumvent" SecState designation authority. w/ @AndrewDesiderio (House group moves to label Russia as terrorist state... | politico.com)   Link to reply@csd @tedlieu @RepMalinowski @RepJoeWilson @RepGolden @RepKinzinger @POTUS works hand in hand with Putin everyday . Actually , Putin is negotiating the Iran deal on behalf of @POTUS and @RepTedLieu so that's probably one of the reasons . @BUFU86050040 @csd @RepMalinowski @RepJoeWilson @RepGolden @RepKinzinger @POTUS @RepTedLieu I voted no on the Iran Deal. Link to PDF | lieu.house.gov   Link to reply@tedlieu @RepMalinowski @RepJoeWilson @RepGolden @RepKinzinger Bullshit. Zelensky is a terrorist in Ukraine. He's the president of the Neo Nazis who bomb the helpless Ukrainians. He allows child sex trafficking, biological Weapons labs, money laundering, drug smuggling, organ harvesting, making Ukraine one of the most corrupt countries. @Cathy64132285 @RepMalinowski @RepJoeWilson @RepGolden @RepKinzinger The Ukrainians are not bombing Ukrainians. The Russian Federation is bombing Ukrainians. Link to reply@tedlieu @RepMalinowski @RepJoeWilson @RepGolden @RepKinzinger Anyone that thinks Russia is the concern compared to China is an idiot. Congrats Little Teddy LIEu! @Jim66313578 @RepMalinowski @RepJoeWilson @RepGolden @RepKinzinger Russia has more than half of the world's nuclear weapons. Russia conducted a sweeping and systematic attack on U.S. elections in 2016. Russia continues to conduct cyber attacks on America. Russia started a war in Europe. Russia sponsors terrorism and commits war crimes. #Facts”

Miller (R-IL-15) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “NPR is literally taking American taxpayer dollars to publish articles for a regime that chants "Death to America," which is why Congress must end taxpayer funding for NPR. Link to quoted tweet"We strongly condemn @ILPublicMedia, @NPR, and @MediaAtIllinois for using taxpayer funded dollars to spread Tehran propaganda and to spread lies about Rep. Miller and IAL." -@Bryan_E_Leib (Link to twitter.com)”

Saudi Arabia

Beyer (D-VA-8) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Just now: standing with my colleagues @RepWexton @RepLloydDoggett @RepSwalwell to bring attention to the case of Asim Ghafoor, an American citizen, Virginia resident, and former legal counsel to Jamal Khashoggi, who was arrested by the United Arab Emirates earlier this month. Link to image”

Beyer (D-VA-8) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “In case you missed it: my remarks from today's press conference here Beyer Remarks At Press Conference to Advocate for U.S. Citizen Asim Ghafoor Following His Arrest in the UAE... | beyer.house.gov We called for humane treatment and due process for Northern Virginian human rights lawyer Asim Ghafoor, Jamal Khashoggi's counsel who was recently arrested in the United Arab Emirates. Link to quoted tweetJust now: standing with my colleagues @RepWexton @RepLloydDoggett @RepSwalwell to bring attention to the case of Asim Ghafoor, an American citizen, Virginia resident, and former legal counsel to Jamal Khashoggi, who was arrested by the United Arab Emirates earlier this month. (Link to twitter.com)”

Blumenthal (D-CT) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “At Bedminster today the 9/11 families are right: No amount of Saudi sportswashing can wipe away the stain from this event.”

Bourdeaux (D-GA-7) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “I am deeply concerned about the arrest of Asim Ghafoor—a US citizen & Jamal Khashoggi's lawyer. I've been in conversations with my colleagues. We must make sure we have full transparency in the investigation that led to his arrest & a fair trial with due process.”

Doggett (D-TX-35) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Spoke out with @Repwexton, @RepDonBeyer, and @RepSwalwell about the concerning UAE detention and closed trial of fellow Longhorn Asim Ghafoor—who served as attorney to murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi. We will keep standing up for Asim's rights and pressing for his release. Link to image”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “What a sweaty dumb man Link to quoted tweetAs he cheers on the Saudi LIV Golf event at his course, Trump tells families of 9/11 victims that we “still haven't gotten to the bottom of 9/11.” Seriously. He said that. Absolutely galling. His idiocy reflects poorly on our country by the day. (Link to twitter.com)”

Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “This is in my district. And I don't think it's right for anyone to be taking the Saudi monarchy's money to help them whitewash their image, while undermining an American sports league Let's see if the @NJGOP or @KeanForCongress have anything to say to the 9/11 families. Link to quoted tweet9/11 families are running an ad condemning Trump for hosting the Saudi golf tour this week. (Link to twitter.com)”

Nadler (D-NY-10) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “His depravity knows no bounds. Trump continues to do anything to line his pockets, now resorting to insulting 9/11 families and all New Yorkers with this filth. Trump says ‘nobody's gotten to the bottom of 9/11′ as he shills for Saudi golf tour... | nydailynews.com”

Stauber (R-MN-8) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Jodi & I are happy to see servicemembers from the @148FW have returned safely from their deployment to Saudi Arabia & are reuniting with family. We are so blessed to have such courageous & selfless men & women dedicated to our country. God bless the 148th. Link to image”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Actually we did get to the bottom of 9/11. Obama ordered the operation that killed the guy responsible. [END] Link to quoted tweetTrump tells ESPN "nobody's gotten to the bottom of 9/11, unfortunately" when asked about criticism he's received from 9/11 families for hosting Saudi-backed golf tour at his Bedminster club. "Nobody's gotten to the bottom of 9/11, unfortunately. And they should have."”

Wild (D-PA-7) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @FCNL – “A big thank you to @RepSusanWild! At a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing this week, she asked how the Biden administration is planning on using its leverage to lessen the suffering caused by the ongoing Saudi blockade! #YemenCantWait Link to video”

Iraq

Van Duyne (R-TX-24) 07/28/2022: In reply to Tweet@Bethvanduyne votes against veterans. Ask this Congresswoman why she fundraisers off of veterans of Afghanistan and Iraq but abandons them for injuries sustained in service to our county #PACTAct – “@ActiveDallasite Not true Link to image”

United Arab Emirates

Connolly (D-VA-11) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Thanks to @RepWexton for her leadership on this. I join in calling on the UAE govt to immediately allow Asim Ghafoor access to his attorneys and release him on bail. Link to quoted tweetI hosted a press conference today advocating for #VA10 resident Asim Ghafoor—currently detained in the UAE. We're calling on the UAE govt to immediately allow him access to his attorneys & release him on bail. Thank you @RepDonBeyer, @RepSwalwell, & @RepLloydDoggett for joining. (Link to twitter.com)”

Wexton (D-VA-10) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I hosted a press conference today advocating for #VA10 resident Asim Ghafoor—currently detained in the UAE. We're calling on the UAE govt to immediately allow him access to his attorneys & release him on bail. Thank you @RepDonBeyer, @RepSwalwell, & @RepLloydDoggett for joining. Link to image”

Oman

Correa (D-CA-46) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @OmanEmbassyUSA – “Ambassador Moosa Al Tai met with Congressman Lou Correa @RepLouCorrea They discussed ways to enhance cooperation between the Sultanate of Oman and the United States of America in various fields. Link to image”

Correa (D-CA-46) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “It was a pleasure to meet with the Ambassador Moosa Al Tai, to discuss ways in which Oman and the United States can expand our collaborations. Link to image”

Horn of Africa

Letlow (R-LA-5) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “On #NationalInternDay, Jillian and Lauren spent the day shadowing me and were able to participate in meetings with Ethiopian Ambassador @seleshi_b_a and the @PortSLouisiana! Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Deutch (D-FL-22) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I was glad to join w/colleagues from the House & Senate Task Forces for Combating Antisemitism to welcome Biden Admin officials to Congress this morning. To all who came, especially @StateSEAS & @IRF_Ambassador, thank you for your efforts to protect the global Jewish community. Link to image”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “What a lovely experience to chat with my good friend @RepGraceMeng & our next generation of leaders! Thank you to the Congressional Asian Pacific American Staff Association & the Congressional Jewish Staff Association for hosting us. Link to quoted tweetThanks to @capasadc and @jewishstaff for inviting me and my friend @RepLoisFrankel to participate in a panel talking about the heritage, culture, and the ways in which the Jewish and Asian American communities can come together to combat hate. (Link to twitter.com)”

Levin (D-MI-9) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @ZakWitus – “Roz Schindler is the daughter of Holocaust survivors, a former professor of Holocaust Studies, and an active Jewish Democrat. In her own words, this is why she is voting for @Andy_Levin Congressman Andy Levin: Champion of Universal Human Rights... | medium.com”

Rosen (D-NV) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “As Co-Chairs of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, @SenatorLankford and I welcomed members of the House and Senate task forces and Administration officials to discuss how we can work together to combat antisemitism in the U.S. and around the world. Link to image”

Rubio (R-FL) 07/29/2022: Twitter thread – “Senator Rubio and colleagues introduced a bipartisan resolution to recommit efforts to uphold justice for the victims of the vicious terrorist attacks against #Argentina's Jewish community. 🇦🇷 English/Español: Rubio and Colleagues Introduce Resolution Honoring Victims of Terrorist Attacks Against Argentina's Jewish Community... | rubio.senate.gov El senador Rubio y colegas presentaron una resolución bipartidista queriendo renovar los esfuerzos para defender la justicia para las víctimas tras los ataques terroristas contra la comunidad judía de #Argentina. 🇦🇷 Rubio y Colegas Presentan Resolución Honrando a Víctimas de los Ataques Terroristas Contra la Comunidad Judía de Argentina... | rubio.senate.gov”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “My response to the bogus, anti-Semitic Soros/Antifa attack. Link to video   Link to quoted tweetBuck: Can you tell this committee that George Soros was not behind.. the Antifa activities that occurred in the Summer of 2020? (Link to twitter.com)”

Afghanistan

Clyde (R-GA-9) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @CongressmanHice – “Biden's Energy Crisis Biden's Economic Crisis Biden's Inflation Crisis Biden's Gas Price Crisis Biden's Border Crisis Biden's Crime Crisis Biden's Baby Formula Crisis Biden's Afghan Evacuation Crisis Biden's National Security Crisis Biden's Recession Crisis”

Clyde (R-GA-9) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Biden's Administration of Lies: “Inflation is transitory.” Afghanistan withdrawal was an “extraordinary success.” We have “operational control” of the southern border. “This is the pandemic of the unvaccinated.” “We're not going into a recession.””

Hagerty (R-TN) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “Since the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, we've been sending messages of weakness to the Chinese Communist Party. This Administration needs to have a unified message of American strength. Link to video”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 07/29/2022: Tweet – ““we need to prove to people we are the party of Christian Nationalism.” Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene “We are the party of Islamic nationalism…” Taliban. I oppose the American Taliban. @GOPLeader ?”

Mast (R-FL-18) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “September 19, 2010 was the day my life changed forever. I lost 2 legs when I was blown up in Afghanistan by an IED bomb, but I don't regret for even one second fighting for my home and the people I love. I will never stop that fight! Link to image”

Risch (R-ID) 07/29/2022: Retweet of @ComfortablySmug – “Biden: "Surprised" by "Unexpected" Taliban "Surprised" by "Unexpected" Inflation "Surprised" by "Unexpected" Gas Prices "Surprised" by "Unexpected" Formula Shortages "Surprised" by "Unexpected" Russian Invasion "Surprised" by "Unexpected" Recession ... seems like a trend?”

Rosendale (R-MT-0) 07/28/2022: Retweet of @CongressmanHice – “Biden's Energy Crisis Biden's Economic Crisis Biden's Inflation Crisis Biden's Gas Price Crisis Biden's Border Crisis Biden's Crime Crisis Biden's Baby Formula Crisis Biden's Afghan Evacuation Crisis Biden's National Security Crisis Biden's Recession Crisis”

Shaheen (D-NH) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “After one year since the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan, safety, rights & opportunities for women & girls continue to be in grave danger. I'm leading a call w/ @SenatorMenendez, @SenatorRisch & @SenJoniErnst urging the @UN to hold the Taliban accountable for these abuses. Link to image”

Spartz (R-IN-5) 07/28/2022: Tweet – “I was glad to join @tonykatz this morning to discuss @POTUS Biden's dangerous mishandling of the situation in Ukraine. Our nation cannot have another Afghanistan embarrassment in Ukraine. Congress must keep this Administration in check! Rep. Victoria Spartz joins Tony Katz on 93.1 WIBC... | youtube.com”

Other - Middle East

Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 07/29/2022: Tweet – “As a nation we have a responsibility to take care of our veterans. I proudly voted for #PactAct to provide care to those falling ill due to exposure to toxic burn pits while serving in the Middle East. It should not be held up. Republican Senators should help pass it immediately.”