Last updated on Mon October 03, 2022 at 12:48 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Deutch (D-FL-22) 10/02/2022: Retweet of @RepTedDeutch – “I left Congress, but I don't need to leave your Twitter feed! As I start at the helm of @AJCGlobal, please follow me at @AJCCEO. AJC's mission is to enhance the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel and to advance human rights and democratic values. Join me at @AJCCEO!”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/03/2022: Twitter thread – “It was a pleasure to speak with Rabbi @ronald_roth of the Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation B'nai Israel about the Life Saving Leave Act — a bipartisan bill to help more people become bone marrow or stem cell donors. You shouldn't be fired for trying to save lives... | jewishstandard.timesofisrael.com Thank you, Rabbi Roth, for highlighting this critical bill, and I'm proud to be a cosponsor! My door is always open to hear the needs of my constituents, and my priority is to do everything I can to make life better for all Fifth District residents.”
Roy (R-TX-21) 10/02/2022: Retweet of @tedcruz – “I am deeply troubled that Biden officials pressured our Israeli allies to hand over their territory to the Iran-controlled terrorist group Hezbollah. Another topic for the next Republican Congress to investigate. Link to quoted tweet”
Roy (R-TX-21) 10/02/2022: Tweet – “There are so many. Link to quoted tweetI am deeply troubled that Biden officials pressured our Israeli allies to hand over their territory to the Iran-controlled terrorist group Hezbollah. Another topic for the next Republican Congress to investigate. (Link to twitter.com)”
Steel (R-CA-48) 10/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Discrimination of any kind has no place in our society. This anti-Semitic movement is deeply troubling and hurtful. Our colleges and universities should be a place of learning and free thought, not discrimination. Link to quoted tweetNine different law student groups at the University of California at Berkeley's School of Law, have begun this new academic year by amending bylaws to ensure that they will never invite any speakers that support Israel or Zionism. New from @Klmarcus: (Berkeley Develops Jewish-Free Zones... | jewishjournal.com) I'm a proud supporter of Israel, our greatest ally in the Middle East, and will continue to be a voice in Congress for our Jewish friends and neighbors. Steel Condemns Antisemitism at Berkley Law... | steel.house.gov”
Iran
Cardin (D-MD) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Glad to see Baquer Namazi, an America unjustly held in Iran for >6 years, now has permission to leave for medical treatment abroad & his son, Siamak, has been furloughed from prison over the weekend. I hope to see their full family reunite in the US soon. Opinion | I'm an American, Why Have I Been Left to Rot as a Hostage of Iran?”
Cornyn (R-TX) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Internet freedom activists scramble to help Iranians evade Tehran's digital crackdown Internet activists scramble to help Iranians evade digital crackdown... | nbcnews.com via @nbcnews”
Ernst (R-IA) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Iran is targeting Americans – and yet, the Biden administration is still attempting to give them billions in sanctions relief through their so-called nuclear deal. #PUNISHAct Ernst, Waltz Lead Effort to Sanction Iran, Punish Open Assassination Plots Against Americans | U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa”
Saudi Arabia
Blumenthal (D-CT) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “A sharp, strong message to Saudi Arabia—your cutting oil supply is totally unacceptable. Saudi profiteering from global oil shortages imperils our national security & economy. We must act decisively. OPEC+ to Weigh Production Cut to Bolster Oil Prices... | wsj.com”
Connolly (D-VA-11) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “This weekend marked four years since my constituent, Jamal Khashoggi, walked into the Saudi consulate in Istanbul and never walked out. We will not stop until we deliver true accountability and #JusticeForJamal.”
Gallego (D-AZ-7) 10/02/2022: In reply to Tweet@SenatorTester @RubenGallego Ruben, would this address the Saudi alfalfa farms draining water from the aquifers in rural Arizona? – “@DaveBngDave @SenatorTester Whatever we can do to stop it we should.”
Kaine (D-VA) 10/02/2022: Tweet – “Today marks four years since the Saudi government brutally murdered Virginia resident and journalist Jamal Khashoggi for exposing Saudi's human rights abuses. I'll continue pressing for accountability and answers for Jamal's unjust killing.”
Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/02/2022: Tweet – “Four years ago, Jamal Khashoggi was brutally murdered by the Saudi government. He was an extraordinary journalist who was murdered because he had the courage to speak out on Yemen & other issues. Let's recognize the importance of journalism & human rights heroes like Khashoggi.”
McMorris Rodgers (R-WA-5) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “President Biden traveled across the world to Saudi Arabia in July to beg them to increase oil production. He should have asked American producers first. To lower prices & regain energy independence, we need to #FlipTheSwitch on AMERICAN energy production. OPEC+ to consider oil cut of over than 1 million barrels per day... | cnbc.com”
Scanlon (D-PA-5) 10/02/2022: Retweet of @SecBlinken – “Jamal Khashoggi's murder 4 years ago was also an attack on freedom of expression everywhere. As we mourn Jamal, we'll continue to stand with and support human rights defenders, journalists, and others to protect fundamental freedoms worldwide.”
Van Hollen (D-MD) 10/02/2022: Tweet – “On the 4th anniversary of the brutal murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi we remember his courage & commitment. Jamal's call for freedom of expression struck fear into the hearts of the powerful. We will not give up on holding those responsible for his execution to account. Link to image”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/02/2022: Retweet of @JGreenblattADL – “Kudos to fmr @usedgov Asst Sec @Klmarcus for exposing this appalling anti-Jewish discrimination. It's not limited to @UCBerkeley but, regardless of the college campus, all of it needs to stop immediately. Link to quoted tweet”
Cruz (R-TX) 10/02/2022: Tweet – “ICMYI: Sens. Cruz, Blackburn Call on Commerce Secretary to Address Anti-Semitic Practices of Morningstar Inc. Sens. Cruz, Blackburn Call on Commerce Secretary to Address Anti-Semitic Practices of Morningstar Inc. | U.S. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @HomelandDems – “Today @ 10am: Vice Chair @RepRitchie and @RepJoshG will hold a field hearing in Teaneck, New Jersey on countering violent extremism & antisemitic threats, which are on the rise in New Jersey and across the country. More info here: Countering Violent Extremism, Terrorism, and Antisemitic Threats in New Jersey... | bit.ly”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @HomelandDems – “STARTING NOW: Vice Chair @RepRitchie and @RepJoshG are holding a field hearing in Teaneck, New Jersey on countering violent extremism & antisemitic threats, which are on the rise in New Jersey and across the country. To view the hearing, click here: Countering Violent Extremism, Terrorism, and Antisemitic Threats in New Jersey... | bit.ly”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/03/2022: Twitter thread – “I'm here today in Teaneck to help host the House Committee on Homeland Security's congressional field hearing on Countering Violent Extremism, Terrorism, and Antisemitic Threats in New Jersey. Tune in! Countering Violent Extremism, Terrorism, and Antisemitic Threats in New Jersey... | youtu.be We'll be questioning expert witnesses on how we can combat the troubling rise in antisemitism and domestic extremism and terror in New Jersey and nationwide.”
Green (D-TX-9) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @HomelandDems – “STARTING NOW: Vice Chair @RepRitchie and @RepJoshG are holding a field hearing in Teaneck, New Jersey on countering violent extremism & antisemitic threats, which are on the rise in New Jersey and across the country. To view the hearing, click here: Countering Violent Extremism, Terrorism, and Antisemitic Threats in New Jersey... | bit.ly”
Scanlon (D-PA-5) 10/02/2022: Retweet of @DemJewishPA – “We agree! Vote for DJOP endorsed candidate @marygayscanlon Link to quoted tweet”
Torres (D-NY-15) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Today I will join @HomelandDems in New Jersey to hear from witnesses working to counter the rise in violent extremism and antisemitic threats. See link below for more info on this important hearing. Link to quoted tweetMonday @ 10am: @HomelandDems will hold a field hearing in Teaneck, New Jersey on countering violent extremism & antisemitic threats, which are on the rise in New Jersey and across the country. More info: (Countering Violent Extremism, Terrorism, and Antisemitic Threats in New Jersey... | bit.ly) (Link to twitter.com)”
Torres (D-NY-15) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @HomelandDems – “STARTING NOW: Vice Chair @RepRitchie and @RepJoshG are holding a field hearing in Teaneck, New Jersey on countering violent extremism & antisemitic threats, which are on the rise in New Jersey and across the country. To view the hearing, click here: Countering Violent Extremism, Terrorism, and Antisemitic Threats in New Jersey... | bit.ly”
Afghanistan
Duncan (R-SC-3) 10/02/2022: Retweet of @GOPLeader – “Why did Biden's DOJ label parents as domestic terrorists? Why hasn't there been a single House hearing on the origin of COVID? Why have there been 0 investigations into Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal? A @HouseGOP majority will hold this administration accountable.”
Loudermilk (R-GA-11) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Issue: Speaker Pelosi and House Dems have had NO hearings on the Biden Admin's failure in Afghanistan. Solution: Republicans have already sent President Biden a preservation notice - to ensure a comprehensive investigation can be done next Congress. #CommitmentToAmerica Link to image”
Loudermilk (R-GA-11) 10/03/2022: GETTR Post – “Issue: Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats have had NO hearings on the Biden Administration's failure in Afghanistan. Solution: Republicans have already sent President Biden a preservation notice - to ensure a comprehensive investigation can be done next Congress. #CommitmentToAmerica”