Members on the Record (Automated) for Wed September 07, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 09/06/2022: Retweet of @HudsonInstitute – “Despite #Iran's "sponsorship of violence" against Salam Rushdie, the American press and the @WhiteHouse have "glossed over" the attempted murder. @7yhy and Bernard Haykel argue why "the American response has been curiously muted." Read: @Jerusalem_Post 'Kill Salman Rushdie, not the Iran Deal!'... | jpost.com   Link to image”

Blackburn (R-TN) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “Instead of emboldening the Iranian regime, the U.S. should focus on strengthening our relationship with America's greatest ally in the Middle East — Israel.”

Blackburn (R-TN) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “It was an honor to visit Israel to reaffirm our nation's commitment to strengthening U.S.-Israel relations. The USA stands with Israel and the Jewish community. That is why we must not allow Biden to push through the disastrous and dangerous Iran Nuclear Deal.”

Blackburn (R-TN) 09/06/2022: Twitter thread – “I met with Israeli PM @yairlapid and NSA Eyal Hulata about the importance of defending our strongest ally in the region, Israel, against Iran. By reviving the disastrous Iran Nuclear Deal, our nation would be funding Iran's terrorism and attacks against Israel. Link to image I also met with former Israeli Prime Minister @netanyahu. We must continue to maintain a strong relationship with Israel in order to further peace and stability in the Middle East.”

Blackburn (R-TN) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “I stand with Israel, NOT a nuclear Iran.”

Ernst (R-IA) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “The Biden admin continues to believe a fanciful idea that American diplomats can sit down with their Iranian “counterparts” & make peace, while denying the billions of dollars the regime is using to fund terrorist activities against the U.S., our servicemembers, & Israel. Link to video”

Ernst (R-IA) 09/06/2022: Retweet of @VoteMarsha – “I stand with Israel, NOT a nuclear Iran.”

Feenstra (R-IA-4) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “On today's #39CountyTour stop, I participated in a roundtable discussion with local banking leaders at Northwest Bank in Spencer. We talked about the impact of inflation on rising interest rates and my Enhancing Credit Opportunities in Rural America (ECORA) Act. #IA04 Link to image”

Manning (D-NC-6) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “I was glad to join the Congressional Abraham Accords Caucus to hear from Amb. Deborah Lipstadt @StateSEAS about her recent travel to the Middle East to combat antisemitism, promote coexistence, and build on the incredible progress in the region symbolized by the Abraham Accords. Link to image”

Omar (D-MN-5) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “Exactly! Link to quoted tweetThe crux of the “defense” in this IDF report is that a soldier was “returning fire” from militants. But investigations @NYTimes @AP @CNN @washingtonpost & @UN found no such firing at the time. This underscores need for independent US inquiry into this American journalist's death. (Link to twitter.com)”

Pocan (D-WI-2) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “This should be a wake up call both to the Israeli government that all too often takes overly aggressive, inhumane steps towards the Palestinians as well as the extremist elements in Gaza that put lives at risk both in Israel & Gaza by their actions. Violence only begets violence. Link to quoted tweetIsraeli troops kill West Bank Palestinian in disputed circumstances (Israeli troops kill West Bank Palestinian in disputed circumstances... | reuters.com) @RaneenSawafta”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 09/06/2022: Retweet of @marykissel – “Excited to announce that the Nixon Seminar returns tonight, 8pm ET. Topic: The Anniversary of Abraham Accords. We'll talk Israel, Iranian threats & the future of Mideast peace (and more!). Livestream from @nixonfoundation: The Nixon Seminar - September 6, 2022”

Iran

Babin (R-TX-36) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “More than $1 TRILLION! That's how much the leading state sponsor of terrorism will profit over the next decade if Biden renews the Iran Nuclear Deal. This could not be worse for America - typical Democrat governing. Iran nuclear deal will be a massive windfall for Tehran... | foxbusiness.com”

Blackburn (R-TN) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “If the Iran Nuclear Deal is revived, our adversaries – Iran, Communist China, Russia, and North Korea – will be emboldened.”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 09/06/2022: Twitter thread – “I led a bipartisan letter of 50 Members of Congress (34 Democrats & 16 Republicans) to @POTUS expressing deep concerns about reported provisions in a potential agreement with Iran, the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism. In letter to Biden, bipartisan group of House members convey concern with reported Iran deal... | jns.org Concerns include weakening the effectiveness of terrorism-related sanctions on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and allowing Russia to have a role in Iran's nuclear capabilities. The Administration must not act before consulting with Congress first.”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 09/07/2022: Twitter thread – “I led a bipartisan group of 50 Members expressing our concerns to @POTUS about a potential agreement with Iran, the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism. We urged the Administration to immediately consult with Congress before returning to any deal. Lawmakers raise alarm on Iran nuclear deal... | dailymail.co.uk We must not reduce terrorism-related sanctions on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps or allow Russia to have a role in Iran's nuclear capabilities. We need to address the threat of a nuclear-armed Iran, stand strong against terrorists, and protect American values and allies.”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “A nuclear-armed Iran would be DEVASTATING for the Middle East. It will lead to a full-blown nuclear arms race in the region, DESTABILIZING every surrounding country. Biden is a FOOL for negotiating with these terrorists!”

Kennedy (R-LA) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “What a joke. The IMF & Biden colluded to run around Congress to spend $650 BILLION extra last year—billions of which flowed to China, Russia, Iran, & Venezuela.   The IMF & Biden admin weren't fighting inflation or oppressive regimes—they fueled them. POLITICO Pro: IMF boss urges country leaders to resist public spending sprees... | subscriber.politicopro.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “LR @RepMcaul: "After 6.5 years of unjust detention, Baquer Namazi's health tragically continues to deteriorate. This is unacceptable. Iran must urgently release all US hostages, including Baquer. The regime has a basic duty to ensure his access to urgent, life-saving care.””

McGovern (D-MA-2) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “LGBTQ rights are human rights & human rights are LGBTQ rights. I call on #Iran to release Zahra Seddiqi Hamedani and Elham Choubdar immediately and without conditions. The world must condemn this awful act of tyranny. Iran sentences two LGBT activists to death - rights group”

Saudi Arabia

Bacon (R-NE-2) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “Americans want energy independence. While Biden undermines American energy production, he begs Saudi Arabia to produce more. That is flawed. One of our strategic priorities as a nation should be energy independence using an all of the above approach. Federal Oil Leases Slow to a Trickle Under Biden... | wsj.com”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “Fox News Host Wonders Whether Trump Tried Selling Top-Secret Information Fox News host wonders aloud whether Trump could have tried to sell highly classified material to the Russians or Saudis... | businessinsider.com”

Roy (R-TX-21) 09/06/2022: Retweet of @VictoriaCoates – “Great to join @TeamCavuto on @FoxBusiness today on the OPEC+ production cut and why Saudi Arabia doesn't take the Biden administration seriously on energy issues: Link to video”

Horn of Africa

Meeks (D-NY-5) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: In addition to horrifying terrorist attacks, #Somalia is now facing an unprecedented famine. To meet the immense needs in Somalia and the greater Horn of Africa, the US once again steps up to lead the world in humanitarian assistance. Link to quoted tweetFood security experts now project a famine is likely in parts of 🇸🇴's Bay Region this year unless aid is scaled up. @USAID is prioritizing efforts to feed 3.5 million ppl/month & urges other intl donors to act quickly to save lives. @PowerUSAID's statement:(Projected Famine in Parts of Somalia this Year as Drought Crisis... | bit.ly)”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 09/06/2022: Retweet of @Refugees – “Somalia has reached a tipping point. The lives of hundreds of thousands of people are at immediate risk, as famine is unfolding. Statement by Principals of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee on famine in Somalia... | bit.ly   Link to image”

Pakistan

Clarke (D-NY-9) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “The scale of tragedy in Pakistan is truly devastating, yet where's America's response? When 1/3 of the country is underwater, when millions will never see their homes again, where is our urgency and humanity? I'm calling for TPS + further aid for Pakistan — who will join me? Link to image”

Cárdenas (D-CA-29) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “Europe faces the worst drought in 500 years. China faces the longest heat wave on record. Pakistan faces a record-breaking monsoon season. CA faces an unprecedented eruption of wildfires fueled by an intense "heat dome." Do you still believe climate change is a hoax @GOP?”

Green (D-TX-9) 09/06/2022: Retweet of @RepTomSuozzi – “Pakistani Flooding is Devastating. Today my Co-Chair of the Pakistan Congressional Caucus, Congresswoman @JacksonLeeTX18, @RepAlGreen and I met with the US Ambassador to Pakistan, Donald Blome…(1/3) Link to image”

Lee (D-CA-13) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “My heart and thoughts are with the millions of people affected by the devastating flooding in Pakistan. It's time for the global community to invest in climate solutions so countries on the frontlines of this crisis aren't forced to suffer the consequences of others' inaction. Link to quoted tweetPakistan authorities intentionally breached the country's largest freshwater lake -- displacing 100,000 people from their homes but preventing more densely populated area close by from being hit by flood water (Flood-hit Pakistan breaches lake in bid to save densely populated cities... | cnn.it)”

Luján (D-NM) 09/06/2022: Twitter thread – “1/3 of Pakistan is under water. India's Bengaluru flooded after days of torrential downpour. A massive typhoon has displaced thousands in South Korea. Global leaders need to be running, not walking, to find better solutions to help offset future tragic disasters. Link to quoted tweetTwo days of torrential rains in southern India have caused floods that have swept into homes and submerged roads, setting off long traffic snarls and widespread power cuts. (India's Bengaluru flooded after days of torrential rains... | apne.ws) The deadly consequences of climate change are causing irreversible damage to our planet and families across the globe. I'm proud of the progress we made in passing the Inflation Reduction Act. Now, let's work together and take the next step forward to fight the climate crisis.”

Raskin (D-MD-8) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “With record heat waves in America, wildfires in Europe and lethal flooding in Pakistan, the Inflation Reduction Act responds to the civilizational threat of climate change with sweeping policy change. We're slashing emissions and super-charging clean energy while cutting costs. Link to image”

Suozzi (D-NY-3) 09/07/2022: Twitter thread – “Video - Pakistani Flooding is Devastating News reports can't possibly portray the incredible devastation that I saw firsthand while in Pakistan. (1/4) Link to video 1 million homes destroyed, 30 million people displaced, crops cannot be salvaged, 750,000 livestock dead, & more than 1,300 people have drowned. Standing water will not recede for months, mosquitos spreading malaria & infecting people and unsafe water is causing dysentery. (2/4) The Pakistani people need our help. Hundreds of thousands of tents and millions of dollars for food and medicine are needed immediately. (3/4) I am advocating we help them and help rebuild a new Pakistan-America partnership that improves the environment and benefits both our economies and national security. American leadership will save lives and build a better, safer, and more sustainable future for us all. (4/4)”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “The climate crisis, driven by wealthy countries and polluters, is here and hitting the most vulnerable the hardest. Pakistan and Chad are being devastated by man-made catastrophic floods. The U.S. owes them immediate humanitarian aid and assistance. Chad's heaviest rains in 30 years leads to ‘catastrophic' floods... | aljazeera.com”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Higgins (D-NY-26) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “In recent years, synagogues & other places of worship have been the target of attacks. In 2020, 24% of reported hate crimes were committed based on religious bias. $300K in grant funding for Temple Beth Zion & Temple Beth-El in WNY will protect the safety of local congregants.”

Levin (D-CA-49) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “Had a chance to stop by a great new restaurant in Oceanside for lunch — Ben & Esther's Vegan Jewish Deli. Had a delicious reuben without the meat. I can't even believe that's possible, but it is. Welcome to #CA49 to owner Mark and the Ben & Esther's team! Link to image”

Afghanistan

Chabot (R-OH-1) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “Spoke to Brian Thomas on @55KRC this morning about a wide range of topics including the anniversary of the debacle in Afghanistan. Listen here: #OH01 Congressman Chabot joins Brian Thomas this morning | 55KRC | Brian Thomas”

Cornyn (R-TX) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “Afghanistan evacuation by Biden Administration continues to be a disaster Link to quoted tweetDHS officials lacked "critical data" when vetting Afghan evacuees + may have admitted individuals who pose “a risk to national security + safety” Inspector General finds (CBS News exclusive: DHS officials lacked "critical data" when vetting Afghan evacuees, watchdog finds... | cbsnews.com)”

Gonzales (R-TX-23) 09/06/2022: Tweet – “#NancyPelosi Afghanistan Ambassador Link to image”

Mast (R-FL-18) 09/07/2022: Tweet – “All soldiers know we leave NO man behind. I am alive today because I was not left behind. Joe Biden, what the hell were you thinking in Afghanistan?!?”

Slotkin (D-MI-8) 09/06/2022: Twitter thread – “Over the last few days, I've been retelling the story of how our team managed to get 114 Afghans safely out of Kabul last August. Today I want to talk about what it was like to finally welcome them onto U.S. soil so they could begin their new lives. 1/ Afghans with ties to MSU arrive safely in U.S. after escape from Taliban-controlled Kabul... | detroitnews.com 2/ After months of engagement between the Albanian government and the Biden administration, in March, we finally got confirmation that our group of Afghans would be coming to the U.S. after a DHS team flew to Albania to complete the vetting process in-person. 3/ In the months since the fall of Afghanistan, this group had become an important part of our team's work. My staff & I felt a responsibility to make sure they arrived safely in the U.S. after everything they had sacrificed on behalf of our country & our mission in Afghanistan. 4/ So when we finally heard the date they'd be arriving, I knew we had to be there as they stepped off the plane to start this new chapter. In late March, I joined a few of my staffers, a group from @SpiritAmerica & staff from the @michiganstateu GRAIN program to do just that. 5/ They were some of the first Afghans who'd been evacuated to other countries to land in the U.S. As I hugged them as they stepped off the plane, it was hard not to think that they were going through the same experiences my own ancestors did at Ellis Island not so long ago. Link to image 6/ The effort to get these folks through the streets of Kabul, into the airport, onto a flight to safety and, finally, to the U.S., was a long, emotional & tumultuous saga. To see them snake through the lines at Dulles to be processed for their new visa status was overwhelming. 7/ As I told my team that morning, it's not every day that you get to see something all the way through in government work. And it's not every day that you get to greet the people on the receiving end of that work. 8/ Today, these men & women have spread out all over the U.S., including some who are now in Michigan. As an American whose ancestors left their home countries seeking a better life, I know that there's no telling what these resilient people will do with this opportunity.”