Members on the Record (Automated) for Thu August 04, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @AviMayer – “BREAKING: Israeli airlines have received official approval from Saudi authorities to overfly the kingdom en route to and from any and all destinations; Oman expected to follow suit. (Kann) 🇮🇱🇸🇦🇴🇲”

Beyer (D-VA-8) 08/04/2022: Retweet of @BettyMcCollum04 – “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”

Deutch (D-FL-22) 08/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Horrified that Iran arrested several members of the Baha'i faith, incl. religious leaders, on charges of spying for Israel w/o offering evidence of illegal activity. These unjust detentions are part of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of religious minorities, incl. the Baha'i. I urge the House to swiftly pass my resolution, H.Res 744, which condemns Iran's persecution of Baha'is and urges the President & Secretary of State to impose sanctions on Iranians directly responsible for serious human rights abuses, including abuses committed against Baha'is.”

Johnson (R-SD-0) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “Touring H-S Precision to get a behind-the-scenes of firearm manufacturing. They supply firearms to orgs like the FBI, ATF, and the Israeli Defense Forces. It's amazing to see what small business in South Dakota can do. Link to image”

Newman (D-IL-3) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @Ron_Skolnik – “Andy Levin identifies as a progressive and a Zionist. The fact that he was targeted by @AIPAC demonstrates (for those who had any doubts) that the lobby is concerned not about support for 'Israel' per se, but about support for an occupationist Israel. AIPAC-backed Stevens ousts Levin in race seen as bellwether on US-Israel politics... | timesofisrael.com”

Newman (D-IL-3) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @bethavemiller – “AIPAC doesn't campaign on Israel and they don't win on Israel because their positions aren't popular. Their playbook is actually pretty basic: don't talk about Israel; drop millions; claim victory was about Israel; silence progressives on Palestine with threat of money drop. 🧵”

Newman (D-IL-3) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @bethavemiller – “#MI11 wasn't a referendum on Democratic voters and Palestine. It was a muscle flex from AIPAC to bully progressives into silence. Don't let it work.”

Rubio (R-FL) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “Senator Rubio met with @AmbHerzog to discuss efforts to promote the Abraham Accords and provide security assistance for #Israel to defend itself from Iranian aggression and Islamic terrorism. As our greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel deserves our steadfast support. 🇮🇱🇺🇸 Link to image”

Scott (R-FL) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “It seems that @JoeBiden will never abandon his weak appeasement of the world's largest state sponsor of terror. It's bad for America & bad for Israel.   IRAN CANNOT BE TRUSTED. Link to quoted tweetThe U.S. and Iran will resume indirect talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal in Vienna on Thursday via @BarakRavid (Iran nuclear talks to resume in Vienna on Thursday... | axios.com)”

Lebanon

McCaul (R-TX-10) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “LR @RepMcCaul: “Two years ago, over 200 people died in the Beirut Port explosion. The investigation of this catastrophe remains stalled. The Lebanese people deserve accountability for the mismanagement and corruption that contributed to this tragedy."”

Menendez (D-NJ) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “Today marks the 2nd anniversary of the #BeirutBlast. Amid politically motivated efforts to stonewall investigations, those responsible have not yet answered for their actions. The memory of those killed demands a thorough & timely inquiry into the incident.”

Iran

Bacon (R-NE-2) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @iran_policy – “16.@RepDonBacon: I absolutely condemn the Iranian regime's atrocities, both within Iran and around the world. I support a democratic, secular, & non-nuclear Iran. @Maryam_Rajavi has this vision for her country. #Westand4FreeIran Excerpts of speech: Link to video”

Blackburn (R-TN) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “The Senate has approved Finland and Sweden's accession into NATO. I voted for this important step to bolster the Alliance and defend our values and sovereignty. The U.S. must remain strong against the New Axis of Evil — Communist China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.”

Ernst (R-IA) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @JasonMBrodsky – “U.S. senators today are rightfully calling on @POTUS to deny an entry visa to #Iran's president for #UNGA. Consider this scene: the U.S. Secret Service would be tasked with protecting a figure whose government is actively trying to assassinate American citizens on U.S. soil. Link to image”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 08/04/2022: Twitter thread – “LR @RepMcCaul calls on the admin to end Iran nuclear talks. ⬇️ Link to image See the full release here. ⬇️ McCaul Calls on Administration to End Iran Nuclear Talks - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

Murphy (D-CT) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @DataProgress – “NEW POLL: 80% of voters are concerned about Iran gaining the ability to produce a nuclear weapon, and an overwhelming majority of voters favor new diplomatic agreements as a preventative response. Voters Favor Diplomacy, Not War, When It Comes to Stopping Iran's Nuclear Program... | dataforprogress.org”

Roy (R-TX-21) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @VictoriaCoates – “Don't forget the part where @POTUS personally lobbied against NS2 sanctions @michaelsobolik. The China pattern extends to Russia and I'm sure they'll do the same on Iran and Venezuela as well. Link to quoted tweet”

Rubio (R-FL) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “Sen. Rubio, @SenTomCotton, and colleagues sent a letter to President Biden demanding that he deny a visa request for the Iranian president to travel to the #UNGA in New York City. Read more ⬇️ Rubio, Cotton, Colleagues Demand Biden Deny Visa to Iran's President... | rubio.senate.gov”

Saudi Arabia

Balderson (R-OH-12) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @SteveScalise – “Let's be clear about what happened: - Biden flew to Saudi Arabia to beg for more oil - OPEC ignored him & did the smallest increase since 1986 - Biden's own energy advisor had to admit it won't help gas prices What an embarrassment. The solution is simple: Unleash American oil!”

Barrasso (R-WY) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “It's no surprise that @POTUS' hat-in-hand trip to Saudi Arabia is coming up short. No cartel will save this administration from its terrible energy policies. It is high time to unleash the resources this administration keeps trapped in the ground. Barrasso: No Cartel Will Save the Biden Administration From its Terrible Energy Policies... | energy.senate.gov”

Franklin (R-FL-15) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @SteveScalise – “Let's be clear about what happened: - Biden flew to Saudi Arabia to beg for more oil - OPEC ignored him & did the smallest increase since 1986 - Biden's own energy advisor had to admit it won't help gas prices What an embarrassment. The solution is simple: Unleash American oil!”

Roy (R-TX-21) 08/03/2022: In reply to Tweet@chiproytx I get it, but just understand that the PGA is partly sponsored by Saudi oil. – “@otto_carpenter Sure. Our world markets are heavily intertwined. I personally would avoid that were I running the @PGATour. I would probably do some other things too. But this is absurd what these players are doing, all while saying “it's not about the money.” Of course it is.”

Roy (R-TX-21) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “So, Saudi starts a new football league. The players leave the NFL - the league that gave them a career… all to get more Saudi money (putting aside the dirty little 9/11 stuff), & then complain they can't compete in the Super Bowl. Piss off.”

Roy (R-TX-21) 08/04/2022: In reply to Tweet@chiproytx @PGATOUR I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around why it is bad for people in the U.S. to take money from Saudi ...for a lawful activity.. – “@GregsTakeOn @PGATOUR Because the only reason there's 1-2 billion dollars available to just literally dump into targeting the Tour is that Saudi (a foreign government with dubious ties to terrorism) is fine using it to re-shape it's image. More, Saudi aside, this is just damaging the game.”

Iraq

Gomez (D-CA-34) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “The passage of the PACT Act shows the power of advocacy and of people not giving up the fight for good, honorable policy. Shame on Senate republicans for not doing the right thing from the get go. Link to quoted tweetEmotional moment as Jon Stewart hugs a crying Rosie Torres just after the Senate passed the PACT Act. Torres and her husband Le Roy started @Burnpit360 after he faced complications from illnesses that began after he was exposed to toxic fumes during service in Iraq. (Link to twitter.com)”

Graham (R-SC) 08/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Having visited Iraq and Afghanistan as a member of the Senate and an Air Force reservist, I know that the burn pit problem is real.   After 3 Tries, Veterans Toxic Exposure Bill -- the PACT Act -- Finally Passes US Senate... | military.com This bipartisan piece of legislation will provide relief to those veterans affected by toxic exposures from burn pits, which have been proven to lead to deadly diseases. While the bill is not perfect, it is a giant step in the right direction.”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 08/03/2022: Twitter thread – “For you yunguns… google Baghdad bob and thank me later Link to image   Link to quoted tweetRussian FM blames Washington for 'destabilising' world after visit of Pelosi to Taiwan #Russia #Ukraine #russiaisaterrorisstate #USA #Beijing #China (Russian FM blames Washington for 'destabilising' world after visit of Pelosi to Taiwan... | publicistjournalist.com)   Link to reply@AdamKinzinger (Link to twitter.com) @HWeelyams lol”

Pappas (D-NH-1) 08/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Last night the Senate finally passed the #PACTAct to address veteran toxic exposure from burn pits and other harmful toxins, and expand health care to millions of veterans. I've heard from Granite State veterans about what this means to them and want to share their stories ⬇️ Thomas from Dover was diagnosed with cancer after returning from his deployment in Iraq. Despite serving our country, he was denied the care he needed. Mark from Epping was exposed to pollutants, hazardous waste, and gasses while serving in the Air Force. After being discharged, Mark was diagnosed with bladder cancer but denied VA benefits. Dwight from Manchester needed a bone marrow transplant after training at Camp Lejeune and serving in the Marines. This impacted his ability to work and continues to affect his quality of life. The care and travel were costly, and it took months for him to receive reimbursements. These are just some of the countless stories of veterans who served honorably and were exposed to toxic chemicals but were denied the care they needed and deserved. Now, the #PACTAct heads to the President's desk, and I urge him to act swiftly to finally right these wrongs.”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Cartwright (D-PA-8) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “Extremism and hate have no place here. The strength of our community is built on the commitment and mutual respect we have for one another. All of us must stand together to condemn those that try to make us weaker by dividing us. Local Jewish group condemns Moosic native, far-right social media platform founder... | thetimes-tribune.com”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “Comparing abortion to the holocaust is, in essence, comparing those who had one or support it to nazis and the SS. The reaction to Roe from my party, shows no compassion, but revels in cruelty and extremism. Darren Bailey should explain. CapitolFax.com... | capitolfax.com”

Zeldin (R-NY-1) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “Was with Queens Jewish Alliance last night in Key Garden Hills, discussing antisemitism & my opposition to Albany's “substantial equivalency” push that is targeting Yeshiva education. Once again, Kathy Hochul is AWOL when it matters most. Link to image”

Zeldin (R-NY-1) 08/04/2022: Twitter thread – “Amazing day on the campaign trail in Brooklyn yesterday! I started @LIONIHEROES in Bensonhurst, meeting with a great group of energized voters. I then visited local businesses in the area before speaking at an event with the Asian American community in Sunset Park. Link to image After meeting with Russian Jewish voters in Brighton Beach, I stopped for lunch at Nathan's Famous at Coney Island and spoke at a very well attended Brighton Beach rally on the boardwalk. The evening ended with the South Brooklyn GOP Club in Marine Park. #ALLIN 96 days to go! Link to image”

Afghanistan

Bacon (R-NE-2) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “Our enemies, especially China, are emboldened by the botched Afghanistan withdrawal & Russian aggression. We must project strength to protect the USA & our allies! We saw this coming 4 years ago & my bill, HR 5680, was passed in the NDAA to protect Taiwan from Chinese aggression. Link to image”

Graham (R-SC) 08/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Speaking with @marthamaccallum in just a few minutes on @FoxNews about terrorism and border security. Tune in! @marthamaccallum @FoxNews Will be discussing a letter being sent to Secretary of @DHSgov Alejandro Mayorkas seeking information on how the department plans to secure the border against terrorist infiltration in light of the assassination of al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri in Afghanistan. @marthamaccallum @FoxNews @DHSgov Letter co-signed by Senators @joniernst, @tedcruz, @ThomTillis, and @marcorubio.”

Hawley (R-MO) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “Senators Hawley, Johnson Expose New Whistleblower Allegations About Biden Failure to Vet Afghan Evacuees Senators Hawley, Johnson Expose New Whistleblower Allegations About Biden Failure to Vet Afghan Evacuees... | hawley.senate.gov”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “The people telling you the “Inflation Reduction Act” will alleviate inflation are the same people claiming: “The border is secure” “We are not in a recession” “Our Afghanistan evacuation effort was an extraordinary success””

Menendez (D-NJ) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “Shortly: Joining @MSNBC's @Morning_Joe team to discuss the Senate's ratification of Sweden & Finland's @NATO protocols, Taiwan, Afghanistan, & more.”

Turner (R-OH-10) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “As the Biden Admin tries to take a victory lap for their actions of killing Zawahri in Afghanistan, they're having to admit that his presence in Afghanistan is evidence that al Qaeda has a foothold and a presence and a relationship with the Taliban. Rep. Turner says al Qaeda leader's presence in Kabul proves Biden lied about US withdrawal from Afghanistan... | foxnews.com”

Turner (R-OH-10) 08/03/2022: Retweet of @TheLeadCNN – “"The administration has failed to… recognize al-Qaeda is there." @RepMikeTurner, the top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee, discusses the drone strike in Kabul, Afghanistan that killed terror leader Ayman al-Zawahiri Link to video”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “It's been ONE YEAR since Biden's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan and our allies are being hunted down by the Taliban. Biden left THOUSANDS of our brave interpreters to die. We must #FinishTheMission and bring our allies home.”

Other - Middle East

Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “Glad to see the #PactAct pass the Senate and head to @POTUS's desk. We owe our veterans the medical care needed to treat illnesses obtained from exposure to toxic burn pits while serving in the Middle East. I'm proud to have supported this important bill.”

Murphy (D-CT) 08/04/2022: Tweet – “In my role as Chairman of the Foreign Relations sub-committee on the Middle East, I am convening a hearing today at 10:30 to examine China's role in the Middle East, and how this should - and should not - impact U.S. goals in the region.”

Speier (D-CA-14) 08/03/2022: Tweet – “Aliyev will only stop his bloody drone strike campaign against the people of Artsakh if/when the U.S. shows leadership & strength. Pull all U.S. assistance to Azerbaijan immediately until it comes to the negotiating table.”