Members on the Record (Automated) for Sun October 16, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/16/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “If this is what Iran's regime is doing today, imagine what they'd do with $100 billion per year in sanctions relief.   America must support the Iranian people who are protesting against the Iranian regime. Link to quoted tweet”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/16/2022: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepDonBacon! America must stand with the Iranian people who are bravely fighting for human rights and protesting the oppressive regime. #MahsaAmini #IranProtests2022 #IranProtests Link to quoted tweet”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/15/2022: Retweet of @ProIsraelAm – “.@RepDonBacon is on the ballot this November in #NE02. He has a strong track record of support for the vital U.S.-#Israel relationship in Congress. Link to image”

Long (R-MO-7) 10/16/2022: Retweet of @netanyahu – “התראיינתי לביל מאהר לאחת התוכניות הנצפות ביותר בארה״ב. הסקרים שלנו מוכיחים שאם מצביעי הליכוד יצאו להצביע נקבל יותר מ-61 מנדטים ונקים ממשלת ימין חזקה ויציבה ל-4 שנים. אם לא תצאו להצביע נקבל ממשלה מסוכנת של לפיד-גנץ ואחמד טיבי. זה תלוי רק בכם! Link to video”

Iran

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “We stand with the Iranian people who are being oppressed and abused by their government, and who want freedom, human dignity and peace. I also praise the bravery of all the Iranians protesting their thuggish leaders at great risk to themselves.”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/16/2022: Retweet of @JamesMc69307132 – “@peymaneh123 @RepDonBacon Support the freedom of all Iranians, these people are under true oppression where they are murdered and tortured relentlessly for their beliefs. Thank you @DonJBacon and @peymaneh123 for standing up for humanity and freedom. @V4VLORG salutes you.”

Cornyn (R-TX) 10/16/2022: Retweet of @HalBrands – “Imagine a scenario in which, a year or two or three from now, the world is convulsed by conflict from Europe to the Pacific. It isn't as absurd as you may think. A short thread based on my long weekend piece for @opinion Can the US Take on China, Iran and Russia All at Once?... | bloomberg.com”

Garcia (D-TX-29) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “The use of violence against women by the Iranian regime is outrageous and cruel. Iranians deserve to live safe and free from oppression. To the Iranian people — I hear you, and I support you. Link to video”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “Freedom! Down with the #Ayatollah Link to quoted tweetWe are in the throes of a revolution in Iran that will likely change the course of world history.”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “Truer words have never been spoken. Spoiled people who have never seen war like to play dress up. If there is a civil war, they will be the first to pass away because Walgreens will run out of heart medicine. Link to quoted tweet@AdamKinzinger It is bittersweet to see Iran & Ukraine both hungry for the freedoms we brag about, while we have forces trying to push us towards authorative, narrow fascists movements that the "Republican" GQP party has devolved into.”

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 10/16/2022: Tweet – “I stand with the Iranians demanding dignity and basic rights from their country's government. The continued violence shown towards these peaceful protestors must cease immediately, and those responsible must be held accountable for their actions. How Iran's protests transformed into a national uprising | CNN”

Long (R-MO-7) 10/16/2022: Retweet of @RichardGrenell – “Infuriating. Obama now admits he was wrong in 2009 to ignore the Iranian people. The problem is that almost every reporter in DC failed to challenge him. They all just repeat what Democrats say. Link to video”

Meijer (R-MI-3) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “!! Link to quoted tweetThe infamous Evin prison in Tehran is on fire. Gunfire heard. This is big. (Link to twitter.com)”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “Mr President, now apologize to the tens of thousands of Iranian protestors who desperately needed your support. Link to quoted tweet"In retrospect, I think that was a mistake." @BarackObama on how his administration held back on public support for the 2009 Iran protests, and that we should "express some solidarity" with the Iranian protests now. (Link to twitter.com)”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “This prison is where the Iranian regime is holding Americans hostage. Prayers for them and their families. Link to quoted tweetThe infamous Evin prison in Tehran is on fire. Gunfire heard. This is big. (Link to twitter.com)”

Warnock (D-GA) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “I stand in solidarity with Iranians who are taking unimaginable risks to fight for the freedom and dignity of women in their country. They are inspiring the world through their resiliency and courage. Around the world, protesters take to the streets in solidarity with Iranian women... | gpb.org”

Egypt

Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “Nicole enjoyed meeting with Bishop David and the Coptic Orthodox Community at their Egyptian Festival today. The festivities continue tomorrow at Our Lady of Zeitoun Coptic Orthodox Church! Link to image”

Saudi Arabia

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/16/2022: Tweet – “This is why we need a national strategy for energy independence. Our President begging the Saudis & Venezuelans to produce more is not only weak, but unnecessary with the recourses we have in America. Biden is giving other countries leverage over us. Democrats urge retribution as Biden 'humiliated' by Saudi-led oil cut... | washingtonexaminer.com”

Cartwright (D-PA-8) 10/16/2022: Tweet – “Saudi Arabia and the UAE think they can slash oil production by 2 million barrels per day. I was proud to announce my support for a bill to remove military support from these countries. I'll never stop working to bring down gas prices and ensure America is calling the shots.”

Cruz (R-TX) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “The Biden economy takes another major hit, plus the FBI shocks the courtroom with FISA warrant admission. Don't miss the latest episode of #Verdict with @benfergusonshow! iHeart: BIDEN Gets Played By Saudis As The Biden Economy Takes Another Hit, plus FBI Shocks The Courtroom With FISA Warrant Admission - Verdict with Ted Cruz | iHeart Spotify: BIDEN Gets Played By Saudis As The Biden Economy Takes Another Hit, plus FBI Shocks The Courtroom With FISA Warrant Admission... | open.spotify.com Apple Podcasts: ‎Verdict with Ted Cruz: BIDEN Gets Played By Saudis As The Biden Economy Takes Another Hit, plus FBI Shocks The Courtroom With FISA Warrant Admission on Apple Podcasts... | podcasts.apple.com”

Cruz (R-TX) 10/16/2022: Tweet – “When the commander in chief is weak, that's BAD for America. Unfortunately, Joe Biden is the weakest commander in chief our country has ever seen. He's a laughingstock. #Verdict iHeart: BIDEN Gets Played By Saudis As The Biden Economy Takes Another Hit, plus FBI Shocks The Courtroom With FISA Warrant Admission - Verdict with Ted Cruz | iHeart Spotify: BIDEN Gets Played By Saudis As The Biden Economy Takes Another Hit, plus FBI Shocks The Courtroom With FISA Warrant Admission... | open.spotify.com Podcasts: ‎Verdict with Ted Cruz: BIDEN Gets Played By Saudis As The Biden Economy Takes Another Hit, plus FBI Shocks The Courtroom With FISA Warrant Admission on Apple Podcasts... | podcasts.apple.com”

Hagerty (R-TN) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “Sen. Hagerty: Saudi Arabia Has Taken Oil From Our Strategic Petroleum Reserve at Yesterday's Prices, Hiked the Price, and Will Sell It Back to Us Sen. Hagerty: Saudi Arabia Has Taken Oil From Our Strategic Petroleum Reserve at Yesterday's Prices, Hiked the Price, and Will Sell It Back to Us... | cnsnews.com”

Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 10/16/2022: Tweet – “For many years, arguably decades, we traded our values for oil. And now it looks like we're trading our values for no oil. Saudi Arabia is not even doing the one thing that it is supposed to do to protect our interests in the stability of global energy markets. -TM Link to video”

Rose (R-TN-6) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “This is shameful. The United States was energy independent under the Trump Administration. Now, the Biden Administration is kowtowing to foreign suppliers for political points. Saudis say Biden admin requested oil production cut to come after midterms... | foxnews.com”

Smith (R-MO-8) 10/16/2022: Tweet – “Instead of being embarrassed by the Saudis and other oil-producing countries, Biden should try producing AMERICAN ENERGY right here at home! He has left us at the mercy of foreign nations. Energy security is national security!”

Tiffany (R-WI-7) 10/15/2022: Retweet of @FoxNews – “Republican calls for Pelosi to probe Biden admin's potentially 'illegal' request for Saudis to delay oil cut Republican calls for Pelosi to probe Biden admin's potentially 'illegal' request for Saudis to delay oil cut... | fxn.ws”

Iraq

Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/16/2022: Tweet – “.@SpeakerPelosi has had many historical moments: pushing for the end to the Iraq war, saving social security from privatization, passing Paulson plan to save the economy in 2008, passing the ACA and IRA. But her finest moment may be the strength and grace she showed on Jan 6. Link to quoted tweetBehind-the-scenes video footage of frantic moments — taken by Speaker Pelosi's daughter, Alexandra Pelosi — provides some of the most riveting and powerful images produced during the Jan. 6 committee's nine hearings this year. (Jarring new video, evidence Trump knew he lost: Key takeaways from the latest Jan. 6 hearing... | nbcnews.to)”

Raskin (D-MD-8) 10/16/2022: Retweet of @RoKhanna – “.@SpeakerPelosi has had many historical moments: pushing for the end to the Iraq war, saving social security from privatization, passing Paulson plan to save the economy in 2008, passing the ACA and IRA. But her finest moment may be the strength and grace she showed on Jan 6. Link to quoted tweet”

Horn of Africa

Bass (D-CA-37) 10/15/2022: Tweet – “A little bit of rain won't stop us from knocking on doors and bringing change to this city! Thank you to our volunteers who knocked doors today in South LA, Little Ethiopia, Echo Park, Lincoln Heights and Sherman Oaks — sign up to join us: Volunteer with Karen Bass for L.A. Mayor... | karenbass.com   Link to image”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 10/15/2022: Twitter thread – “Chair @RepGregoryMeeks today issued the following statement regarding developments in #Ethiopia: Link to image View the press release here: Chairman Meeks Issues Statement on Developments of War in Ethiopia... | foreignaffairs.house.gov”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Clarke (D-NY-9) 10/16/2022: Tweet – “Anti-semitism is an unrelenting, undeniable crisis in America and the world. We all know that. We all know real harm is coming to Jewish people and communities because of it. And then the former president of the United States goes and uses this deranged language. Disgraceful. Link to quoted tweetTrump is complaining that American jews aren't sending him money. (Link to twitter.com)”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/16/2022: Twitter thread – “I am proud and honored to work with the @JFNNJ, an organization that serves 120,000+ members of our community, and to support @JFCSNNJ's mission of helping those in our community who are in need. JFCS Hosts Community Leaders on Safety and Security... | jewishlink.news @JFNNJ and @JFCSNNJ do so much for our community, creating a stronger, more vibrant Jewish experience in North Jersey, across the country, and around the world. We're all coming together to help ensure the Federation and JFCS have the critical security & resources they need.”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 10/16/2022: Retweet of @mehdirhasan – “It's 11am and so far already today the former Republican president has posted a threat to America's Jews and the Republican gubernatorial nominee in Arizona has gone on live TV and refused to accept the result of her coming election. Tell me again how we're not facing fascism.”