Members on the Record (Automated) for Fri September 16, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @RepMcCaul – “Two years ago, I watched leaders from Israel, UAE, and Bahrain make history with the signing of the Abraham Accords. These landmark agreements have changed the region for the better, increasing cooperation between our Arab and Israeli partners across a range of issues. Link to image”

Diaz-Balart (R-FL-25) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “Two years after the Trump Admin's breakthrough Abraham Accords, the Biden Admin has failed to expand on that historic achievement. Rather than seeking to appease the terrorist state of Iran, the Biden Admin should focus on deepening more partnerships with our key ally #Israel.”

Donalds (R-FL-19) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Two years ago today, President Trump ushered in one of the most historic peace agreements in world history, the Abraham Accords, signed by the U.S., Israel, UAE, the Kingdom of Bahrain, and Sudan. Republicans will always stand for Israel and Middle East Peace! 🕊️🇺🇸🇮🇱🇦🇪🇧🇭🇸🇩🕊️ Link to image”

Ernst (R-IA) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “The Abraham Accords is the most significant peace agreement of the 21st century. On the 2nd anniversary, we're honoring this monumental effort that brought our Arab partners & Israel together to forge a lasting agreement that made the U.S. & world a safer & more prosperous place.”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “I was proud to join representatives from Israel, the UAE, Bahrain, & Morocco to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the Abraham Accords. I'm encouraged by the growing success of these diplomatic relationships & opportunities to further strengthen Israel's relations in the region. Link to image”

Grothman (R-WI-6) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Two years ago, the United States made historic strides toward fostering peace in the Middle East through the #AbrahamAccords, and the world is safer as a result. Link to quoted tweetToday at the @WhiteHouse, @RealDonaldTrump hosted a historic ceremony for the Abraham Accords, where Israel, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain officially signed the peace agreements between their countries. 🇮🇱 🇦🇪 🇧🇭 Watch: (Link to cs.pn)”

Hagerty (R-TN) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “As we mark the two year anniversary of the historic Abraham Accords' signing, we see a bright horizon thanks to the Trump Admin's vision & the courage of Israel & Arab nations to pursue new paths for peace, security & economic prosperity in the Middle East. Link to image”

LaTurner (R-KS-2) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Two years ago, the Abraham Accords were signed at the White House. These agreements were a historic step toward peace in the Middle East and helped strengthen Israel's security, bolster economic advancement in the region, and enhance America's national defense interests. Link to image”

Leahy (D-VT) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “The tragic killing of Shireen Abu Akleh needs to be independently and thoroughly investigated, as Secretary Blinken, I, and many others have called for. Only then will we know what happened and why, and what should be done about it. Statement On Shireen Abu Akleh | U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy of Vermont”

Letlow (R-LA-5) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Today marks the two year anniversary of the signing of the Abraham Accords, the agreement brokered by the United States that has brought a new era of cooperation between Israel and its neighbors. We look forward to seeing the peace the Abraham Accords will continue to foster.”

Mast (R-FL-18) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “2 years ago today, under Trump's leadership, the Abraham Accords were signed, marking the start of a new era of cooperation in the region. We should be building on that historic deal, but instead, Biden is trying to go back to the disastrous Iran deal that threatens Israel.”

Menendez (D-NJ) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “The #AbrahamAccords have forged peaceful partnerships & furthered political, economic, & cultural exchange & understanding between Israel & its Arab neighbors. On the second anniversary of this historic agreement, I pledge to continue my work to build on this strong foundation. Link to quoted tweetHappy two-year anniversary of the #AbrahamAccords! Signing these historic agreements between Israel and other countries is all about making people's lives a little bit better: more peaceful, more prosperous, more vibrant, & more integrated. (Link to twitter.com)”

O'Halleran (D-AZ-1) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @StateDept_NEA – “Today we celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the Abraham Accords & normalization agreements. As @SecBlinken said @ the Negev Summit, these agreements make once-impossible things possible. 🇺🇸🇧🇭🇮🇱🇲🇦🇦🇪”

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “.@Ilhan refused to condemn antisemitic and anti-Israel rhetoric. This is no surprise. She repeatedly accuses Israel of being an apartheid state and claims they have “hypnotized the world.” Her hateful rhetoric is telling and has NO place in Congress. Link to video”

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Today marks two years of the #AbrahamAccords - the Trump Admin's groundbreaking agreement between Israel and critical Middle Eastern partners. I'm proud of America's vital role in strengthening these agreements. We always support our ally Israel as they pursue peace and security.”

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 09/15/2022: GETTR Post – “Rep. Ilhan Omar refused to condemn antisemitic and anti-Israel rhetoric. This is no surprise. She repeatedly accuses Israel of being an apartheid state and claims they have “hypnotized the world.” Her hateful rhetoric is telling and has NO place in Congress.”

Rosen (D-NV) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “It's been 2 years since the Abraham Accords were signed– ushering in peace between Israel & the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, & Morocco. As co-founder of the bipartisan Senate Abraham Accords Caucus, I'll make sure we continue working to enhance & expand these agreements to new countries.”

Rubio (R-FL) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Senator Rubio released a statement commemorating the two-year anniversary of the Abraham Accords. Read 👇 Rubio on Two-Year Anniversary of Abraham Accords... | rubio.senate.gov”

Rubio (R-FL) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “The refusal of Chile's President to meet with and accept the credentials of the Israeli Ambassador to Chile is an unprecedented and shameful diplomatic insult against our most important ally in the Middle East. Link to quoted tweetChilean President Gabriel Boric, who has a history of supporting boycotts against Israel, refused to accept new Israeli Ambassador Gil Artzyeli's credentials on Thursday. #Chile | #Israel | @gabrielboric Report by @LahavHarkov (Chilean president refuses to accept Israeli ambassador... | jpost.com)”

Rubio (R-FL) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “La negativa del Presidente de Chile a reunirse y aceptar las credenciales del Embajador de Israel en #Chile es un insulto diplomático vergonzoso y sin precedentes en contra de nuestro aliado más importante en el Medio Oriente. Link to quoted tweetPolémica entre Israel y Chile: el presidente Boric no recibió las cartas credenciales del nuevo embajador israelí (Polémica entre Israel y Chile: el presidente Boric no recibió las cartas credenciales del nuevo embajador israelí... | bit.ly)”

Salazar (R-FL-27) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Has Boric refused to recognize the ambassador of Cuba or any other country? Why does he only single out one among so many? Antisemitism is alive and well among the radical left. Link to quoted tweetUnprecedented! In violation of diplomatic protocol, 🇨🇱 President @GabrielBoric refused to accept the credentials of 🇮🇱 Amb. @Gil_Artzyeli. Boric must apologize or risk irreparable harm to the 🇨🇱-🇮🇱 relationship, his ties to @Comjudiachile, and his country's global reputation. (Link to twitter.com)”

Salazar (R-FL-27) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “¿Se ha negado Boric a recibir y reconocer al embajador de Cuba? ¿Por qué sólo rechaza a un país entre tantos? El antisemitismo está muy vivo en la izquierda radical y el Presidente de Chile es el más reciente ejemplo. Link to quoted tweetFrente a grave incidente diplomático en que presidente @gabrielboric no recibió cartas credenciales de @Gil_Artzyeli, la Com. Judía, expresa su repudio. Es una ofensa a la amistad de más de 70 años entre Chile e Israel. Esperamos rectificación del @GobiernodeChile @IsraelinChile”

Schneider (D-IL-10) 09/15/2022: Twitter thread – “Yesterday, I had the pleasure to host a roundtable discussion celebrating the two-year anniversary of the Abraham Accords with my colleagues in the Abraham Accords Caucus, American Jewish Committee, and ISRAEL-is, a NGO that connects young leaders from Abraham Accords countries. Link to image I appreciated hearing firsthand how the Accords have positively impacted the panelists' lives and countries in the past two years and discussing ways to strengthen and expand the Accords in the future.”

Schweikert (R-AZ-6) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Two years ago, the signing of the Abraham Accords established an incredible and unprecedented normalization of relations between Israel and its some of its Arab neighbors. I will continue to stand with Israel and our allies in the region. 🇮🇱🕊”

Scott (R-SC) 09/15/2022: Twitter thread – “Today, we celebrate two years since the signing of the #AbrahamAccords, an agreement that expands peace and unites Israel and our Arab partners over shared goals. 1/2 As Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah, and other terrorist organizations continue to threaten stability in the region, the U.S. must expand the work of the accords! 2/2”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Pleased to report that today my bill, the Peace and Tolerance in Palestinian Education Act, was passed unanimously by @HouseForeign. I commend my colleagues for voting in favor of this important bill & look forward to building on this support to secure its ultimate passage. Link to quoted tweet(2/2) I am pleased that my bill to address this issue will be marked up tomorrow in @HouseForeign. This is an important step to implementing a Palestinian curriculum that promotes peace instead of undermining it. Read my full statement ⬇️ (Congressman Brad Sherman Statement on the House Foreign Affairs Committee Marking up the Peace and Tolerance in Palestinian Education Act... | sherman.house.gov)”

Steel (R-CA-48) 09/16/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepSteel @RepSusieLee for leading this important bipartisan effort to solidify critical sanctions on the Iranian regime and increase the economic pressure. Steel, Lee Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Solidify Sanctions Against Iran... | steel.house.gov   Link to quoted tweet”

Tenney (R-NY-22) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “Spreading clearly anti-Semitic conspiracies about Israel and defending it as "legitimate speculation" as @MESA_1966 recently did is wrong & perpetuates hate. I'm honored to join with ⁦@RepJimBanks⁩ to call out this blatant anti-Semitism. GOP Probes Academic Group After It Defends Professor Who Blamed Rushdie Attack on Israel - Washington Free Beacon”

Torres (D-NY-15) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @DemMaj4Israel – “Thank you, Rep. @RitchieTorres, for sending this letter to the Department of Justice calling for an urgent response to the rise of antisemitic incidents in New York City. We are grateful for your leadership in combatting these hateful acts in all their forms. Link to image”

Van Drew (R-NJ-2) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Today marks the two year anniversary of President Trump signing the Abraham Accords, establishing peace between Israel and its Arab neighbors. I will continue to stand with Israel and our other allies in the Middle East🇮🇱”

Wicker (R-MS) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Today marks 2 years since the #AbrahamAccords were signed. It is a historic agreement that strengthened our ally Israel and helped to preserve peace among major powers in the Middle East. I look forward to building on this effort in the years ahead. Link to image”

Wild (D-PA-7) 09/15/2022: In reply to Tweet#Pennsylvania's 7th district is gearing up for a rematch of the 2020 #elections between incumbent Susan Wild, a Democrat, and Lisa Scheller, a Republican. (RJC announcing a massive $750,000 ad buy in Pennsylvania... | jpost.com) – “@Jerusalem_Post Can confirm. That's not me. That's Sylvia Garcia.”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “On this second anniversary of the signing of the Abraham Accords, I want to express how grateful I am for this historic peace agreement between Israel, the UAE, and Bahrain. This agreement is more important now then ever before.”

Lebanon

Griffith (R-VA-9) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Last week I was in Lebanon for the Russell County fair. The Russell GOP tent welcomed me as they work hard to mobilize conservative support. Link to image”

Iran

Cammack (R-FL-3) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “The UN's 77th General Assembly is ongoing, and leaders from around the world will visit the U.S. to engage in debate. Biden must take swift action to deny Iranian President Raisi entry to the U.S. No known terrorist should be allowed here. Link to image”

Cruz (R-TX) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @LibertyIranian – “STATEMENT: IAL Calls on all Senate Republicans to join @SenTedCruz's SEVER act to Ban President Raisi from attending the #UNGA! President Raisi's visit to the United States presents a clear and present threat to U.S. National Security and to the American people. #No2Raisi Link to image”

Cruz (R-TX) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “.@realDailyWire Ted Cruz Introduces Bill To Ban Iranian President From Entering U.S. As U.N. Event Approaches Ted Cruz Introduces Bill To Ban Iranian President From Entering U.S. As U.N. Event Approaches | The Daily Wire”

Hassan (D-NH) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Iran must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. Proud to join a bipartisan group of my colleagues to introduce legislation to ensure that we continue U.S. sanctions on Iran and prevent Iran from pursuing weapons that could harm our national security. Link to quoted tweetHouse Dems, GOP working together to make Iran sanctions permanent (House Dems, GOP working together to make Iran sanctions permanent... | fxn.ws)”

Kim (R-CA-39) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @RepKatCammack – “The UN's 77th General Assembly is ongoing, and leaders from around the world will visit the U.S. to engage in debate. Biden must take swift action to deny Iranian President Raisi entry to the U.S. No known terrorist should be allowed here. Link to image”

Langevin (D-RI-2) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “I'm grateful to Director Wray and the entire FBI team for their tireless work to protect our critical infrastructure from cybercriminals. The American people are safer because of your leadership. Link to quoted tweet#FBI Director Christopher Wray announces the indictments of three Iranian nationals for their roles in a multi-year scheme to compromise the networks of hundreds of companies, organizations, and institutions. (Director Wray Addresses Recent Cyber Activity | Federal Bureau of Investigation) (Link to twitter.com)”

Long (R-MO-7) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @Breaking911 – “BREAKING: Following meeting with Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping scheduled to meet with the Iranian President - AFP”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 09/16/2022: Retweet of @RepTenney – “This morning in the @HouseForeignGOP, Democrats blocked efforts to pass resolutions of inquiry (also known as an ROI) to require the Biden Administration to turn over documents related to the Afghanistan withdrawal as well as ongoing nuclear talks with Iran.”

Rubio (R-FL) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Sen. Rubio and @SenTedCruz introduced the Strengthening Entry Visa Enforcement and Restrictions Act to prevent Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi from entering the United States and attending the #UNGA. Read more ⬇️ Rubio, Cruz Introduce Bill to Ban Iranian President Raisi from Entering the United States... | rubio.senate.gov”

Steel (R-CA-48) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “As Vladimir Putin & the Iranian Ayatollah are teaming up against the free world, @RepSusieLee and I are introducing a bill to send a signal that the US will not tolerate existential threats against us, our allies, or freedom & democracy around the world. House Dems, GOP working together to make Iran sanctions permanent... | foxnews.com”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Don't fall for the Iran Regime's attempt to humanize themselves on the cusp of a new deal with the Biden Administration. They're a ruthless terrorist state. Link to quoted tweetLesley Stahl travels to Tehran to speak with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. Sunday night, on the 55th season premiere of 60 Minutes. (Link to twitter.com)”

Egypt

Omar (D-MN-5) 09/16/2022: Retweet of @mehdirhasan – ““I think this is a real big missed opportunity to stand up for human rights.” Senator @ChrisMurphyCT criticizes the Biden administration's decision to release 100s of millions of dollars in human-rights-conditioned U.S. aid to Sisi and Egypt. Watch: Link to video”

Turkey

Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @RepChrisPappas – “We cannot reward Erdogan's government with more fighter jets while it continues to use F-16s in its campaign of aggression against Greece, a reliable, democratic ally. That's why I'm leading efforts to block the sale of F-16s to Turkey. #NoJetsForTurkey Turkish F-16 jets conduct flyovers over Greek islets | eKathimerini.com”

Pappas (D-NH-1) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “We cannot reward Erdogan's government with more fighter jets while it continues to use F-16s in its campaign of aggression against Greece, a reliable, democratic ally. That's why I'm leading efforts to block the sale of F-16s to Turkey. #NoJetsForTurkey Turkish F-16 jets conduct flyovers over Greek islets | eKathimerini.com”

Morocco

Price (D-NC-4) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @house_democracy – “HDP was pleased to host Members of Parliament (MP) from #Morocco & #India today. MPs exchanged thoughts on global threats to democracy, the engagement of women in political life, and shared challenges to governance. Thanks to @IRIglobal and @NDI for organizing their visit. Link to image”

Torres (D-CA-35) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @house_democracy – “HDP was pleased to host Members of Parliament (MP) from #Morocco & #India today. MPs exchanged thoughts on global threats to democracy, the engagement of women in political life, and shared challenges to governance. Thanks to @IRIglobal and @NDI for organizing their visit. Link to image”

Qatar

Waltz (R-FL-6) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “American gas could really help…if only the Biden Administration would let them. Emir Says Qatar Cannot Make Up Gas Shortages for Europe This Winter - The Foreign Desk | by Lisa Daftari”

Pakistan

Bowman (D-NY-16) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “In Pakistan, nearly 33 million people no longer have a home and 1,500 people have died due to the flooding.  Floodwaters may not recede for another 3-6 months.  The climate crisis is here. We can't wait for a catastrophic event to wipe out parts of the U.S. before we act.”

Casey (D-PA) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Record-breaking heatwaves are devastating Europe and the US. Record-breaking floods have displaced millions in Pakistan. “Record-breaking” is becoming common due to climate change. Our future depends on reducing emissions and deploying clean energy as fast as possible.”

Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Join Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee LIVE on CSPAN as she delivers her first-hand account of catastrophic flooding in Pakistan. 📺 WATCH HERE: House Session... | c-span.org   Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Maloney (D-NY-18) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @jacobkornbluh – “New survey of 800 Jewish voters commissioned by Jewish Electorate Institute shows 82% disapprove of SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and 56% say it makes them more motivated to vote for Dem candidates. Biden approval at 70%”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “Please join me and my colleagues with the Interparliamentary Task Force to Combat Online Antisemitism today, September 16 at 9 a.m. for a hearing with top social media platform officials: Interparliamentary Task Force to Combat Online Antisemitism Hearing... | bit.ly   Link to image”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “Please join me and my colleagues with the Interparliamentary Task Force to Combat Online Antisemitism for a hearing with top social media platform officials: Interparliamentary Task Force to Combat Online Antisemitism Hearing... | youtube.com”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 09/16/2022: Tweet – “Happening Now 🚨 Join me, @AHousefather, @deborahlipstadt, @noatishby, @CotlerWunsh and other international legislators for our hearing on combating online antisemitism: Interparliamentary Task Force to Combat Online Antisemitism Hearing... | m.youtube.com   Link to image”

Zeldin (R-NY-1) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Joined @loristokes @fox5ny to talk about my candidacy to be New York's next Governor, and issues from crime to congestion pricing, Yeshiva education, and much more. Check out my interview below. Link to video”

Afghanistan

Banks (R-IN-3) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @kristina_wong – “Republicans Plan to Grill Gen. Milley on Books, Wokeness, Afghanistan Republicans Plan to Grill Gen. Milley on Books, Wokeness, Afghanistan... | breitbart.com via @BreitbartNews”

Donalds (R-FL-19) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @RepBrianMast – “It was bad leadership, not bad luck, that took the lives of 13 servicemembers in Afghanistan last August. And someone has to answer for that. But Democrats are more interested in running interference for Biden than getting the answers that 13 Gold Star families deserve. Link to video”

Green (R-TN-7) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “I stabilized soldiers in the back of these Black Hawks. Why hasn't a single Biden administration official been held accountable for the withdrawal and the billions in equipment left behind?  Taliban crashes American Black Hawk helicopter, leaving three dead... | foxnews.com”

Hawley (R-MO) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “Senator Hawley introduced legislation to establish a Senate Select Committee, granting full subpoena power to investigate and report on President Joe Biden's botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, which left 13 American service members dead. Hawley Legislation to Create Senate Select Committee on Biden's Botched Afghan Withdrawal... | hawley.senate.gov”

Jayapal (D-WA-7) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @USProgressives – “The new @USTreasury "Afghan Fund" is a welcome and long-overdue first step toward restoring some economic stability to Afghanistan amid the devastating humanitarian crisis. But no amount of aid can substitute for a structural solution to this problem. From Chair @RepJayapal ⬇️ Link to image”

Levin (D-MI-9) 09/15/2022: Tweet – “This is a critical step. We cannot continue to let the people of Afghanistan endure hunger, poverty and instability. Link to quoted tweetCM ⁦@RepGregoryMeeks⁩: We must find ways to deliver relief to the Afghan people, who are suffering mounting economic & humanitarian crises under the Taliban. I welcome the establishment of ⁦@StateDept's Afghan Fund alongside the Swiss government. (The United States and Partners Announce Establishment of Fund for the People of Afghanistan - United States Department of State)”

Levin (D-MI-9) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @USProgressives – “The new @USTreasury "Afghan Fund" is a welcome and long-overdue first step toward restoring some economic stability to Afghanistan amid the devastating humanitarian crisis. But no amount of aid can substitute for a structural solution to this problem. From Chair @RepJayapal ⬇️ Link to image”

Newman (D-IL-3) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @USProgressives – “The new @USTreasury "Afghan Fund" is a welcome and long-overdue first step toward restoring some economic stability to Afghanistan amid the devastating humanitarian crisis. But no amount of aid can substitute for a structural solution to this problem. From Chair @RepJayapal ⬇️ Link to image”

Schakowsky (D-IL-9) 09/15/2022: Retweet of @USProgressives – “The new @USTreasury "Afghan Fund" is a welcome and long-overdue first step toward restoring some economic stability to Afghanistan amid the devastating humanitarian crisis. But no amount of aid can substitute for a structural solution to this problem. From Chair @RepJayapal ⬇️ Link to image”