Members on the Record (Automated) for Thu September 29, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “As one of the most ardent champions of the US-Israel relationship, I thank Pro-Israel America for their endorsement. One of the highlights of my AF career was helping stand-up long-range missile defense in Israel. I'm proud to support & defend the only democracy in the region. Link to image”

Blackburn (R-TN) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “.@KamalaHarris, let me make this easy for you: Taiwan = Ally South Korea = Ally Israel = Ally Chinese Communist Party = Not our ally North Korea = Not our Ally Iran = Not our Ally Link to quoted tweetKAMALA HARRIS: "The United States shares a very important relationship, which is an alliance with the Republic of North Korea." (Link to twitter.com)”

Quigley (D-IL-5) 09/28/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepMikeQuigley for standing with the Iranian people who are bravely risking their lives to fight for human rights and protest the oppressive regime. #MahsaAmini #IranProtests2022 Link to quoted tweet”

Syria

Shaheen (D-NH) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “The only way to prevent a resurgence of ISIS is to address the root causes of extremism. My bill w/ @LindseyGrahamSC directs a comprehensive strategy for addressing the detained & displaced persons camps in Syria created during ISIS's reign of terror. Jeanne Shaheen is calling on the White House to do more to help thousands living in horrific conditions in camps across Syria, amid rising ISIS violence. ... | politico.com”

Iran

Bacon (R-NE-2) 09/28/2022: Retweet of @Kurdistan – “#KRG strongly condemn the repetitive violations of the sovereignty of the #Kurdistan Region. A statement on today's attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran... | gov.krd”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Amendment to HR 7900, adopted by the House Armed Services Committee during NDAA full committee markup June 22, 2022: Link to image   Link to quoted tweet#KRG strongly condemn the repetitive violations of the sovereignty of the #Kurdistan Region. (A statement on today's attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran... | gov.krd)”

Banks (R-IN-3) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “An Oberlin professor helped cover up Iran's atrocities & endorsed murdering Salman Rushdie. It's unacceptable for a US college to employ an unapologetic terrorist. Thanks @virginiafoxx for committing to investigating universities' ties to terrorist regimes Exclusive: Congress probes Oberlin College prof. with links to Iranian regime... | foxnews.com”

Bass (D-CA-37) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “We are in awe of the inspiring courage, bravery and strength being displayed by the Iranian people.  The murder of Mahsa Amini must be widely condemned.  I stand with the women of Tehran. I stand with the women of Iran. I stand with the women of the world. Link to quoted tweetThe demonstrations — outpourings of anger over the harsh strictures on women's dress that led to Mahsa Amini's arrest — have spread to all of Iran's 31 provinces and are the largest since nationwide demonstrations three years ago that killed hundreds. (Protests continue in Iran as president threatens ‘decisive' response... | wapo.st)”

Boyle (D-PA-2) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “I am in awe of the bravery exhibited by those risking their lives to take part in the #IranProtests Link to quoted tweet😭😭😭✊🏽 I tell you I've never seen this kind of resilience in my lifetime! #MahsaAmini #IranProtests #مهسا_امینی #OpIran (Link to twitter.com)”

Carson (D-IN-7) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “Just as forcibly prohibiting headscarves is wrong, so is forcing women to cover.   Women deserve choice. I stand with our sisters in Iran and around the world fighting for their rights. #JusticeForMahsaAmini”

Clark (D-MA-5) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “The courageous women of Iran are demanding equality and the right to be heard. This is a global fight for freedom — for every woman, everywhere. Standing with you. Women Take Center Stage in Antigovernment Protests Shaking Iran... | nytimes.com”

Connolly (D-VA-11) 09/29/2022: Retweet of @therecount – ““Women all over Iran are protesting against the suppression of their rights ... and here we are debating how much we should suppress women's rights. What an irony.” — Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) during hearing on abortion restrictions and the threat of a national ban Link to video”

Cornyn (R-TX) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “The Women Burning Their Hijabs Want the Iranian Regime to Fall. Does Joe Biden? The Women Burning Their Hijabs Want the Iranian Regime to Fall. Does Joe Biden?... | commonsense.news”

Cruz (R-TX) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Iran is selling weapons to Russia to use against our Ukrainian allies. Nothing the Biden administration has done is working to stop those weapons. Why hasn't the Biden Administration imposed sanctions on the Iranian banks that fund and facilitate those sales? Link to video”

Cruz (R-TX) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “The Biden admin is refusing to sanction the Iranian banks at the center of Iran selling drones to Russia, which the Russians then use against our Ukrainian allies. Why? Because it would endanger their pursuit of their holy grail: another Iran nuclear deal. Link to video”

Ernst (R-IA) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “FDD Action believes in our commitment to PUNISH Iran for targeting Americans. #PUNISHAct Link to image”

Ernst (R-IA) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “🚨SOON🚨I'm going LIVE on Instagram with @AlinejadMasih. We're standing firm against Iranian-back aggression on Americans, Iranians, & our allies. #PUNISHAct Link to image”

Escobar (D-TX-16) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “As I monitor the continued protests in Iran, I'm in awe of those risking their lives in pursuit of justice for #MahsaAmini. I stand in solidarity with all the brave women sending such a powerful message to the world.”

Foxx (R-NC-5) 09/28/2022: Retweet of @EdLaborGOP – “Is @oberlincollege's professor with current association & open loyalty to the Iranian regime a national security issue? @virginiafoxx & @RepJimBanks want answers. #READ more from @BenWeinthal via @FoxNews ⤵️ Exclusive: Congress probes Oberlin College prof. with links to Iranian regime... | foxnews.com   Link to image”

Gooden (R-TX-5) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Over 240 Iranians killed and 12,000 arrested in 13 days of #IranProtests. The last thing the United States should be doing is negotiating a nuclear deal with a terrorist regime. I spoke with @Maryam_Rajavi and expressed my support for a free and democratic Iran.”

Kim (R-CA-39) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Will the United States stand with the people of Iran fighting for their freedom, or with the cruel Iranian regime? Our words and our actions need to show unwavering support for the people and the women of Iran. #IranProtests #MahsaAmini Link to quoted tweet"This is a pivotal moment for Iran and the world." CNN's @jaketapper weighs in on the protests in Iran over the death of a young woman who was taken into custody by the morality police for allegedly not wearing her hijab properly. @CNNSOTU #CNNSOTU (Link to twitter.com)”

Kim (R-CA-39) 09/29/2022: Retweet of @foxnewsradio – “California Congresswoman @RepYoungKim joins the #FOXNewsRundown #podcast to discuss the nuclear threat from Iran, and why she believes the United States must show strength with allies in order to keep Americans safe. FOX News Rundown... | buff.ly   Link to image”

Kim (R-CA-39) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “The United States must show through words and actions that the Iranian people have our full support in their fight for freedom. Thank you @RepSpanberger, @RepMariaSalazar & @RepBrianFitz for joining me to introduce a resolution to support #IranProtests. Rep. Young Kim Leads Resolution to Support Iran Protests, Condemn Iranian Regime... | youngkim.house.gov”

Kim (R-CA-39) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “Thank you @RepSpanberger for joining me to show bipartisan support for the Iranian people peacefully protesting & condemn the Iran regime's violent crackdown of protestors & continued abuses against its people. #IranProtests #MahsaAmini Link to quoted tweetIn the weeks since the brutal murder of Mahsa Amini at the hands of the Iranian regime, we have seen government thugs oppressing women and violently attempting to stifle peaceful protests. That is why I'm proud to help introduce @RepYoungKim's resolution condemning this regime.”

Kim (R-CA-39) 09/29/2022: Retweet of @foxnewsradio – “Protests in Iran have turned deadly as @POTUS continues to want to negotiate a new Iran nuclear deal. @RepYoungKim joins the #FOXNewsRundown #podcast with why the United States should refrain from giving concessions to the Iranian regime. FOX News Rundown... | buff.ly   Link to image”

Lofgren (D-CA-19) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “I stand with Iranians fighting for their human rights. Their bravery in the face of a violent & oppressive regime is inspirational. Iran Protests Surge to Dozens of Cities... | nyti.ms”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 09/29/2022: Twitter thread – “LR @RepMcCaul "Whether attacking peaceful protestors in Iran or launching ballistic missiles against partners in Iraq, Tehran continues to destabilize the Middle East. The admin must take concrete steps to address missile & proxy threat - not just nukes - as a matter of urgency. "The Biden admin should walk away from a flawed nuke deal that would embolden and enrich a corrupt regime that violently attacks its own people, and fail to address all threats comprehensively."”

McClain (R-MI-10) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Women in Iran should not fear for their lives simply for what they are wearing.”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: I strongly condemn Iran's heinous ballistic missile and drone attacks against northern Iraq's Kurdish region. I stand with the people and government of Iraq in the face of these deplorable, illegal attacks. Iran launches airstrike against Kurdish group in northern Iraq... | theguardian.com”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 09/28/2022: Retweet of @katieporteroc – “The women of Iran are demanding change for themselves, their mothers, and their daughters. I'm in awe of their courage and conviction. Last night, I joined the @UCIrvine community to celebrate the Iranian people's resolve and condemn Tehran's crackdown on protesters. #MahsaAmini Link to video”

Porter (D-CA-45) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “The women of Iran are demanding change for themselves, their mothers, and their daughters. I'm in awe of their courage and conviction. Last night, I joined the @UCIrvine community to celebrate the Iranian people's resolve and condemn Tehran's crackdown on protesters. #MahsaAmini Link to video”

Quigley (D-IL-5) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Women in Iran – and everywhere in the world – must have the right to wear what they want & to live free from violence and harassment. I stand with the women of Iran as they fight for their freedom, and stand up against the oppressive Iranian regime. ‘They Have Nothing to Lose': Why Young Iranians Are Rising Up Once Again... | nytimes.com”

Quigley (D-IL-5) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “The trajectory in Iran showed how quickly women's rights and voices can be stripped away. I stand with the women fighting for their rights in Iran, and I will keep working to ensure our country never follows a similar path. Women's rights are human rights.”

Risch (R-ID) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Using U.S. companies & resources, we could serve our energy needs & help Euro allies in their #energycrisis. Instead, Biden is looking to open access to Iranian oil, which would allow #Russia to launder its oil through #Iran to int'l markets, evading sanctions. Where's the logic?”

Roy (R-TX-21) 09/29/2022: Retweet of @SenTedCruz – “The Biden admin is refusing to sanction the Iranian banks at the center of Iran selling drones to Russia, which the Russians then use against our Ukrainian allies. Why? Because it would endanger their pursuit of their holy grail: another Iran nuclear deal. Link to video”

Spanberger (D-VA-7) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Our new Buy Low Sell High Act would ban exports of oil from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve to the Chinese Communist Party, Russia, Iran, North Korea, or any other foreign adversary under U.S. sanctions.”

Spanberger (D-VA-7) 09/28/2022: Twitter thread – “In the weeks since the brutal murder of Mahsa Amini at the hands of the Iranian regime, we have seen government thugs oppressing women and violently attempting to stifle peaceful protests. That is why I'm proud to help introduce @RepYoungKim's resolution condemning this regime. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle must make clear that the American people stand with the thousands of Iranians who are marching for their basic freedoms and fundamental human rights.”

Speier (D-CA-14) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “After 40 years of oppression, Iranian women – and men – are taking to the streets in solidarity for the death of one their sisters. The people of Iran are saying NO to discrimination, degradation, violence & oppression, and I stand with them!”

Van Hollen (D-MD) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Enforcing limits on women's freedom & choice has long been a favored form of control of tyrants & extremists on the right. Mahsa Amini's death at hands of Iranian regime has triggered a deep pent-up anger that force can't erase. All people deserve freedom, dignity & respect. Link to image”

Saudi Arabia

Graves (R-LA-6) 09/29/2022: Twitter thread – “Whether energy costs, permitting reform, or distorted infrastructure grant criteria – we will keep highlighting how Louisiana is impacted by the Biden Admin's policies. 🧵We have real problems that need to be addressed but instead, we've focused on the wrong priorities. Link to quoted tweetWATCH: The latest Congressional Hits and Misses video includes Rep. Greg Murphy referencing Frank and Estelle Costanza from “Seinfeld” in his opposition to a Medicare mental health bill, a Senate floor dad joke from Delaware Sen. Thomas R. Carper and more. (‘I got a poster for that' — Congressional Hits and Misses - Roll Call) No effort from @NRDems to lower energy costs. Link to quoted tweetZero. Zero effort from @NRDems to lower energy costs. Zero bills or markups on solving energy problems. (Link to twitter.com) We recognized President Biden for his accomplishment. Link to quoted tweetCongratulations, President Biden! You did it – record high gas prices. We've said this was coming since January 27, 2021. LINK: (Congressman Graves on President Biden Snubbing America's Working Families... | bit.ly) More to come from today's Natural Resources Committee markup where we are focusing on everything but lowering energy costs. (Link to twitter.com) Big Cats > Big Bills Link to quoted tweetAt kitchen tables and small businesses across Louisiana, skyrocketing energy costs are the top priority. Not one person has asked us to address the Big Cat Public Safety Act Crisis or even knew what it was. (Link to twitter.com) Constituents back home are paying record prices at the pump and the grocery store – but we kept pushing the Big Cat Public Safety Act. Link to quoted tweetOriginal video with the message from David in Denham Springs, Louisiana. We read this in the @NRDems markup where they thought pushing the Big Cat Public Safety Act was more important than helping folks like David. (Link to twitter.com) We let the White House know we could produce energy in Louisiana to lower energy costs. Link to quoted tweetPresident Biden is heading to Saudi Arabia to negotiate instead of utilizing our energy resources here at home. Louisiana is a much shorter commute. We calculated it for the White House last week. (Link to twitter.com) Instead of finding a solution, they continue to blame everyone but themselves. Link to quoted tweetWe want transparency and answers on the @Interior Five-Year Plan. We're pushing an inquiry in @NatResources today. And we are using the opportunity to show the Biden Administration is blaming everyone else when it's their own policies pushing people into poverty. (Link to twitter.com) It's not just energy. Link to quoted tweetUS DOT has given away billions in grants to transportation and infrastructure projects without proper criteria, objectives, and goals. Louisiana has been left off the list despite our energy, resiliency and infrastructure priorities, or our traffic and flooding problems. (1/3) (Link to twitter.com)”

Jordan

Shelby (R-AL) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Today I met with Jordanian Foreign Minister @AymanHsafadi. Jordan is a critical ally and valued partner to the United States. I appreciated our discussion on the importance of peace and prosperity in the Middle East. Link to image”

Pakistan

Menendez (D-NJ) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “Appreciated hosting @BBhuttoZardari in the Capitol. Discussed our shared commitment to address the devastating impact of floods sweeping across Pakistan. We must continue to work to meet immediate needs while supporting long-term adaptation efforts to confront the #ClimateCrisis. Link to image”

Omar (D-MN-5) 09/28/2022: Retweet of @BBhuttoZardari – “Pleased to interact with @ChrisVanHollen @RepMaxineWaters, @Ilhan and @RepCuellar. Discussed the need for leveraging our strong parliamentary ties to tackle climate catastrophes like #PakistanFloods and plans on how we will #buildbackbetter Link to image”

Omar (D-MN-5) 09/28/2022: Retweet of @ForeignOfficePk – “MOS @HinaRKhar met Rep. @Ilhan today. Discussed the impact of climate-induced floods on Pakistan and how 🇺🇸 Congress could help 🇵🇰 efforts to build back better and greener. Link to image”

Shaheen (D-NH) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Glad to meet with Pakistan's Foreign Minister @BBhuttoZardari today to discuss continued support for our Afghan allies, women & girls' empowerment & counterterrorism efforts. As Pakistan recovers from devastating floods, the Senate is committed to provide humanitarian support. Link to image”

Suozzi (D-NY-3) 09/29/2022: Twitter thread – “Back in DC and as a follow-up to my trip earlier this month to tour the devastating flooding in Pakistan, my Co-Chair of the Pakistan Caucus, @JacksonLeeTX18 & I met w/the Pakistan Foreign Minister @BBhuttoZardari @RepMarcyKaptur & my good friends Grace Nelson & Ijaz Alvi Link to image I also met with Andrei Muraru, the Romanian Ambassador to the US and George Scutatu, the Romanian National Security Advisor to discuss the strategic importance of the Black Sea. Link to image”

Van Hollen (D-MD) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Earlier today I had a good discussion with Pakistan's Foreign Minister, @BBhuttoZardari, about how our countries can work together to address pressing regional challenges & how the U.S. can continue to assist efforts to help those devastated by recent severe floods in Pakistan. Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 09/28/2022: Twitter thread – “I proud to have helped claw back $1.43 million in federal Nonprofit Security Grants this year to our North Jersey houses of worship and community organizations to help protect from hate, antisemitism, white supremacy, and lone-wolf ISIS-inspired terror throughout our communities. Since 2016, we've clawed back more than $7.7 million in nonprofit security investments to the Fifth District.”

Jeffries (D-NY-8) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Former Congressman @MaxRose4NY almost lost his life while serving our country in the military. The anti-Semitic attacks against his campaign are vile and disgusting. We will not let hate win.”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “The communities of the North Shore reject all forms of anti-semitism. 'Our voices are louder than ever:' Danvers takes back site of antisemitism... | salemnews.com”

Afghanistan

Bennet (D-CO) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Bradley Noone served in Afghanistan with the 10th Mountain Division. Since coming home, he's relied on Camp Hale and its surrounding landscapes to help heal from combat-related trauma. Thank you, Bradley, for your service and for sharing your experience. Opinion: Camp Hale deserves national monument designation... | coloradosun.com”

Durbin (D-IL) 09/29/2022: Tweet – “Today I met w/ General Minihan and the AMC who have been at the forefront of nearly every crisis—delivering supplies to those impacted by COVID-19, assisting in the withdrawal from Afghanistan, and now offering military support to Ukrainians as they fight off Putin. We thank you. Link to image”

Hartzler (R-MO-4) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “I took to the House floor to honor the extraordinary heroism of @ChadRobo and Staff Sergeant Dennis Price during the Afghanistan evacuation. Their selfless actions evacuating tens of thousands of Afghan interpreters and their families represent the highest levels of patriotism. Link to video”

Klobuchar (D-MN) 09/28/2022: Tweet – “Our Afghan allies put everything on the line to support our troops. Now, we need to do everything in our power to support them. A must-read report from my friend, @SenatorShaheen. Link to quoted tweetToday I released a special report on the Afghan SIV Program, looking at where we started, where we are & where we need to go. The U.S. must uphold its commitment to our Afghan allies - that starts with addressing systemic issues within the program. More:(NEW: Shaheen Releases Comprehensive Special Report on Afghan SIV Program, Proposes Reforms to Address Systemic Issues... | shaheen.senate.gov)”