Members on the Record (Automated) for Tue October 04, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @DonJBacon – “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”

Boyle (D-PA-2) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @StateSEAS – “He can blame “Zionists,” the U.S., or anyone else, but it's clear to the world and the Iranian people that his regime's violent misogyny ignited these women-led protests. Link to image”

Boyle (D-PA-2) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “The Iranian regime is pure evil. I proudly stand with the brave women of Iran, and the diaspora that have fought long and hard for a free Iran. Link to quoted tweetI openly state that the recent riots & unrest in Iran were schemes designed by the US; the usurping, fake Zionist regime; their mercenaries; & some treasonous Iranians abroad who helped them.”

Castro (D-TX-20) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @sarafischer – “New @citizenlab report finds Pegasus spyware abuses against journalists in Mexico between 2019 and 2021 — At least two journalists that report on corruption were targeted — An estimated 18 journalists have been killed so far this year in Mexico New Pegasus Spyware Abuses Identified in Mexico - The Citizen Lab”

Deutch (D-FL-22) 10/03/2022: 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!”

Durbin (D-IL) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “The Iranian Supreme Leader's absurd blaming of foreign powers for Iranians' outrage shows a stunning disconnect from reality. These protests, in response to the murder of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, are about basic human dignity. The U.S. stands with the Iranian people. Link to quoted tweetIran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei broke his silence on the death of Mahsa Amini, blaming the U.S. and Israel for the protests happening. @aliarouzi shares the latest developments. (Link to twitter.com)”

Johnson (R-OH-6) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Israel and the United States did not cause the protests in Iran. Iran's consistent record of oppressing women and minority groups did.   The Iran Nuclear Deal must be off the table. Iran's supreme leader breaks silence on protests, blames US... | msn.com”

Lee (D-NV-3) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Today I was proud to join the Las Vegas @israeliamerican to discuss how we'll continue to work together to best serve Israeli Americans across Nevada and strengthen the U.S.-Israel alliance. Link to image”

Meng (D-NY-6) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @AJCGlobal – “The House and Senate Bipartisan Taskforces for Combating Antisemitism convened an important meeting today with @HHuffnagleAJC and other civic leaders. We thank @SenJackyRosen, @SenatorLankford, @RepTedDeutch, @RepKManning, and @RepGraceMeng for their commitment to fighting hate. Link to image”

Murphy (D-CT) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Par for the course, but this accusation is made up out of thin air. No one pressured Israel to do anything. The Israeli government wants this deal because it's good for Israeli security. 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)”

Murphy (D-CT) 10/04/2022: Retweet of @Yair_Rosenberg – “This simply didn't happen. The Lapid government sought US mediation with Lebanon to finally settle this issue, averting potential war and enabling Israel to get gas out of this area without incident. The current Israeli gov supports this, but Cruz is caping for Bibi, who doesn't. Link to quoted tweet”

Rosen (D-NV) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “My friend @TedDeutch has dedicated his time in Congress to fighting antisemitism, strengthening the US-Israel relationship, & advancing human rights. I've had the privilege of fighting alongside him & look forward to continuing our partnership through his new role as @AJCCEO. Link to image”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “.@SenatorMenendez is a true friend of #Israel. A real friend tells you the truth, even if it's something you don't want to hear. Menendez warns Netanyahu against working with Jewish supremacists... | axios.com”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 10/03/2022: Twitter thread – “As #Israel heads towards another election in November, I urge Israeli political leaders from all sides of the political spectrum to ostracize extremists like Itamar Ben-Gvir whose outrageous views run contrary to Israel's core principles of a democratic and Jewish state. (1/2) These extremists undermine #Israel's interests and the U.S.-Israel relationship, which I and my colleagues have worked to strengthen. (2/2)”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 10/03/2022: Twitter thread – “I co-sponsored this bipartisan resolution to commemorate #MahsaAmini's tragic death and to help convey that the voice of the brave women and men of #Iran, who are demanding fundamental freedoms, are not unheard by the rest of the world. 1/2 Link to quoted tweet1/6 Tom, @RepTenney, @SenatorMenendez, & @MarshaBlackburn introduced a bipartisan resolution condemning Mahsa Amiri's death. Her killing was a tragedy; we hope it is also a turning point. #مهسا_امینی #MahsaAmini (Bicameral Group of Lawmakers Unveil Resolution on Anti-Regime Protests in Iran | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations) Today the Ayatollah erroneously tried to blame the US & Israel for the #IranProtests. However, through resolutions like this, the world is showing that the truth behind the protests is clear, & that the support behind those calling for equality & justice in #Iran is resolute. 2/2”

Syria

Hill (R-AR-2) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “If we do not work with our like-minded partners to first hinder the Captagon trade and replace it with a working system of institutions that serve the Syrian people, then Assad will add the title “Drug Kingpin” to his recognized global status as a leading mass murderer. Link to quoted tweetI spoke w/ @RepFrenchHill on the #Captagon Act, which aims to push Biden admin to develop a strategy against #Syria's Assad regime and its links to rapidly expanding drug trade in MENA +insight from @CarolineRose8 @Charles_Lister @TheNationalNews (Captagon crisis: US Congress moves to crack down on Syrian-linked drug trade... | thenationalnews.com)”

Iran

Banks (R-IN-3) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “As long as Joe Biden continues his effort to renew the failed Iran nuclear deal and give the regime billions of dollars in sanctions relief, he's supporting the regime's crackdown on the Iranian people. #IranProtests2022”

Beyer (D-VA-8) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @Phil_Mattingly – “Pres. Biden: "The United States stands with Iranian women and all the citizens of Iran who are inspiring the world with their bravery." Telegraphs more sanctions coming this week tied to crackdown on protests Link to image”

Bowman (D-NY-16) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Forever standing with people in Iran. A women's right to choose is under attack globally. We stand in solidarity everywhere to protect bodily autonomy. Fascism isn't stronger than our will to fight for freedom and liberation.”

Brown (D-OH-11) 10/04/2022: Retweet of @POTUS – “The United States stands with Iranian women and Iranian citizens who are inspiring the world with their bravery. This week, we will impose further costs on perpetrators of violence against peaceful protestors. We'll continue to support the rights of Iranians to protest freely.”

Cohen (D-TN-9) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Iran will lose in crackdown on students. If not sooner ,certainly later.”

Curtis (R-UT-3) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Link to image   Link to quoted tweetSchoolgirls in Karaj hold a street march, remove hijabs and chant "woman, life, freedom" and "mullahs must get lost" on day 18 of nationwide protests in Iran over the death of #MahsaAmini in morality police custody for "improper hijab". #مهسا_امینی (Link to twitter.com)”

Gooden (R-TX-5) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Top Iranian officials chanted 'death to America' over the weekend. What is Joe Biden's response? Give Iran billions in sanction relief through a revived nuclear deal.”

Lieu (D-CA-33) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Thinking of the brave Iranian people risking their lives to protest peacefully for human rights – with the memory of Mahsa Amini guiding them. We will always stand with you. Once again, Tehran must stop its oppressive and violent campaign of abuse against women and girls. Link to quoted tweetWitnesses describe how Iranian security forces beat and shot students of an elite Tehran university as protests continue following Mahsa Amini's death ('It was a warzone.' Iranian security forces beat, shot and detained students of elite Tehran university, witnesses say, as crackdown escalates | CNN)”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “LR @RepMcCaul: "As Russia continues to rely on Iranian UAVs to further its unjustified war of aggression against Ukraine, I urge my Senate colleagues to urgently bring to the Floor the House-passed Stop Iranian Drones Act, H.R.6089.””

Miller (R-IL-15) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “We stand with the brave protesters in Iran who are speaking out against the Ayatollah in the fight for their freedom. Please know that we admire your courage and we are with you!”

Salazar (R-FL-27) 10/04/2022: Retweet of @michaelgwaltz – “I hope this means @SecBlinken will help facilitate Starlink terminals for Iranians as Congresswoman @MaElviraSalazar and I requested last week. Link to quoted tweet”

Salazar (R-FL-27) 10/04/2022: In reply to TweetI hope this means @SecBlinken will help facilitate Starlink terminals for Iranians as Congresswoman @MaElviraSalazar and I requested last week. (Link to twitter.com) – “@michaelgwaltz @SecBlinken Thank you for all your support & leadership on this issue, Congressman! 🙏🏻🇺🇸”

Tenney (R-NY-22) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “As protests intensify across Iran, I am honored to continue standing with the brave Iranian people as they demand freedom and justice. Their courage in the face of the Islamic Republic's terror and brutality is nothing short of heroic. #IranRevolution #IranProtests”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “I hope this means @SecBlinken will help facilitate Starlink terminals for Iranians as Congresswoman @MaElviraSalazar and I requested last week. Link to quoted tweetIn a statement expressing solidarity with Iranian women, President Biden says he's "gravely concerned" about the violent crackdown, notes the US is making it easier for Iranians to get online and will impose "further costs on perpetrators of violence against peaceful protestors."”

Saudi Arabia

Blackburn (R-TN) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “OPEC is reportedly considering cutting oil production by more than 1 million barrels a day, which would likely cause gas prices to skyrocket again. Why is the U.S. still relying on countries like Saudi Arabia and Mexico for oil? Make America energy independent again.”

Cornyn (R-TX) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Gasoline prices will rise again if the Saudis slash production. But Biden Administration policies mean U.S. production won't be able to make up the difference. Opinion | OPEC's October Oil Surprise”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “The collapse of this life-saving truce makes it all the more urgent for the US to end its military support and arms sales for the Saudis and do everything in its power to support the UN-led @OSE_Yemen peace process. Link to quoted tweetSuch terrible news for the people of Yemen, efforts to extend the truce have failed. Millions will now be at risk if fighting resumes.   The past six months have brought desperately needed hope to millions of Yemenis. Heartbreaking news.”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/04/2022: Retweet of @MattEganCNN – “"Who do they think they are?" @RoKhanna slams Saudi Arabia as "third-rate power" in @CNN interview Khanna calls for @POTUS to retaliate if OPEC slashes oil production by cutting off Saudi access to aviation parts, Raytheon & Boeing US Rep. Ro Khanna slams Saudi Arabia as 'third-rate power' as OPEC considers slashing oil output | CNN Business #OOTT #SaudiArabia $BA”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/04/2022: Retweet of @JeffSonnenfeld – “With Congressman @RoKhanna - OPEC+ must not cut 1 million barrels of oil a day - fueling inflation, killing global growth, and strengthening Putin @YaleSOM Commentary: Which side are they on? Our Saudi friends cannot have it both ways on oil politics... | fortune.com”

Jordan

Owens (R-UT-4) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “The Central Valley Water Reclamation Facility treats wastewater & returns roughly 50-60 million gallons of water to the Great Salt Lake & the Jordan River every day. Enjoyed hearing how this state-of-the-art resource helps preserve & maintain our state's precious water resources. Link to image”

Turkey

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “It is critical that nations seeking to join NATO are allowed to do so as quickly as possible. US meets with skeptical Turkey over Finland, Sweden NATO accession... | thehill.com”

Qatar

Omar (D-MN-5) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @janschakowsky – “Today, I'm calling on FIFA to take responsibility for harms to migrant workers in Qatar. With the World Cup just 2 months away, hundreds of thousands of aggrieved workers deserve compensation for deceptive labor practices, unacceptable working/living conditions, & other horrors. Link to image”

Yemen

Johnson (D-GA-4) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Thank you for inviting me to speak with our young people & for being interviewed by youth host Sanaa Pledger at the PUSH FOR CHANGE event at the GICC last month. The event was about healing the nation through helping our youth make empowering decisions. #OurPowerOurMessage Link to image”

Horn of Africa

Davis (D-IL-7) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Happy Birthday to my colleague Ilhan Omar, Somali American politician (Rep-D-Minnesota 2018-)”

Omar (D-MN-5) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @rhsaLibrary – “My first read of October in celebration of Somali Heritage Month. Ilhan Omar is such an inspiration. This passage was so wise & insightful: Link to image”

Warner (D-VA) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Last week, I had the opportunity to meet with Amb. Seleshi Bekele and the US Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa. We talked about an end to the conflict, my support for the Ethiopian people and diaspora, and the importance of the long-term US-Ethiopia relationship. Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “We questioned expert witnesses on how we can combat domestic extremism, terror, and antisemitism. Today, the trial began of Oath Keepers' leader and several of his associates for seditious conspiracy for their role in attempting to overthrow the government on January 6.”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/03/2022: Twitter thread – “Today in Teaneck, I was honored to help host the House Committee on Homeland Security's Congressional field hearing on countering violent extremism, terrorism, and antisemitic threats in New Jersey. Link to image We questioned expert witnesses on how we can combat domestic extremism, terror, and antisemitism. Today, the trial began of Oath Keepers' leader and several of his associates for seditious conspiracy for their role in attempting to overthrow the government on January 6. Domestic terrorists have seeped into our communities — putting our families in danger. We must combat all forms of hate wherever it exists and ensure our communities and law enforcement have the resources they need to stay safe and secure. That's why I'm introducing the bipartisan Freezing Assets of Suspected Terrorists and Enemy Recruits (FASTER) Act along with @RepBrianFitz, to help law enforcement freeze the assets of ISIS-inspired, lone-wolf terrorists or other domestic extremists that are arrested on US soil.”

Hassan (D-NH) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Hate should have no home in the Granite State. The antisemitic vandalism in Laconia is alarming and unacceptable. New Hampshire must always be a place where everyone can pray and live freely. Anti-hate vigil held in Laconia... | unionleader.com”

Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Everyone has a right to express the craziest, most dangerous ideas. But when people conspire to take those kinds of actions, we must label them for what they are. -TM Tom spoke on the dangers of antisemitism & extremism in the U.S. at today's @HomelandDems hearing in Teaneck. Link to video”

Manning (D-NC-6) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “Last week, I joined my fellow Co-Chairs on the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combatting Antisemitism for a roundtable to talk about the current landscape of antisemitism in America and how we must all work together to confront these evil forces. Link to image”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “As #YomKippur begins at sundown tonight, I'm wishing my Jewish constituents, friends, colleagues, and all those observing a meaningful fast and time of reflection. G'mar chatima tovah. Link to image”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “To Jewish communities here at home and around the world, may #YomKippur bring a day of meaningful prayer and an easy fast. Link to image”

Schneider (D-IL-10) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Recently, I had the privilege of attending a White House reception in celebration of the Jewish New Year. It was special to see so many friends from around the country gathered with the President and Vice President, as well as the First Lady and Second Gentleman. Link to image”

Afghanistan

Comer (R-KY-1) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @HouseGOP – “Under one-party Democrat rule in Washington, there have been: 0 House hearings on the origins of COVID-19. 0 House hearings on Biden's failure in Afghanistan. 0 House hearings on Biden's DOJ targeting concerned parents. It's time for accountability.”

Hinson (R-IA-1) 10/03/2022: Tweet – “From the botched Afghanistan withdrawal to labeling concerned parents as domestic terrorists, the Biden Admin has gotten away with failure after failure because Speaker Pelosi won't hold them accountable. @HouseGOP will make the Biden Admin answer to the American people. Link to quoted tweetWhy 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.”

Levin (D-MI-9) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Last week's government funding bill provides critical support to Afghan refugees. We can never forget that immigrants are the backbone of this great nation and supporting those who come to the U.S. fleeing violence is foundational to our values.”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @RepAshleyHinson – “From the botched Afghanistan withdrawal to labeling concerned parents as domestic terrorists, the Biden Admin has gotten away with failure after failure because Speaker Pelosi won't hold them accountable. @HouseGOP will make the Biden Admin answer to the American people. Link to quoted tweet”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 10/04/2022: Retweet of @RepChrisStewart – “Government should work for the people, not against them. -ZERO hearings on the origins of COVID-19 -ZERO hearings on Biden's Afghanistan disaster -ZERO hearings on Biden's DOJ labeling parents as "domestic terrorists" Republicans are committed to holding Washington accountable.”

Meng (D-NY-6) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @WAWHumanRights – “Thank you @RepGraceMeng! WAW is honored and grateful for the opportunity to extend culturally specific services to our newest Afghan community members, and support them in building successful new lives in the US after experiencing devastating losses. Link to quoted tweet”

Omar (D-MN-5) 10/03/2022: Retweet of @BBCYaldaHakim – “Brave Afghan women out on the streets again, demanding their basic human rights Link to video”

Stewart (R-UT-2) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “Government should work for the people, not against them. -ZERO hearings on the origins of COVID-19 -ZERO hearings on Biden's Afghanistan disaster -ZERO hearings on Biden's DOJ labeling parents as "domestic terrorists" Republicans are committed to holding Washington accountable.”

Other - Middle East

Menendez (D-NJ) 10/04/2022: Tweet – “So Putin has been looting Ukraine to fund his campaign to kill Ukrainians & then steal their land. These are not only attacks on Ukraine – they are attacks on the rule of international law. Only a coward would use food & gas as weapons of war. Link to quoted tweetAn @AP and @frontlinepbs investigation tracked more than three dozen ships to reveal a Russian operation to smuggle stolen Ukrainian grain worth at least $530 million to the Middle East. Legal experts say the ongoing theft is a potential war crime. (Russia smuggling Ukrainian grain to help pay for Putin's war... | apnews.com)”