Members on the Record (Automated) for Tue October 25, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Cardin (D-MD) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Predictably, @UNHumanRights Commission of Inquiry (COI) produced a distorted and one-sided report about Israel. The COI has lost all credibility and must be dissolved. Cardin, Portman Statement on the Recent Report from the United Nations Human Rights Council's Commission of Inquiry Showing Clear Anti-Israel Bias - U.S. Senator Ben Cardin”

Gonzalez (D-TX-15) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Antisemitic attacks are on the rise. The recent Commission of Inquiry report is a blatant attack on the people of Israel and their legitimacy as a nation. We cannot let this harmful rhetoric stand and must always speak out against it.”

Manning (D-NC-6) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Last week, I joined a @HouseForeign Middle East, North Africa, & Global Counterterrorism Subcommittee briefing with Special Pres. Coordinator Amos Hochstein on the historic U.S.-brokered Israel-Lebanon Maritime Border Agreement, which will benefit regional stability & prosperity. Link to image”

Meng (D-NY-6) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – “The UNHRC COI's anti-Israel bias is on full display. The Commission's one sided rhetoric blatantly ignores the reality on the ground, and fails to acknowledge Israel's right to defend itself in light of ongoing security threats. 1/2 Link to quoted tweetThe Commission of Inquiry's report: > Ignores Hamas and the thousands of rockets fired at Israeli civilians > Does not account for Israel's security needs in the face of terrorism > Excludes vital historical context The COI's bias is on full display. (UN report slams Israel's ‘unlawful' occupation, demands prosecution of officials... | timesofisrael.com) As Vice Chair of the State and Foreign Ops Approps Subcommittee, I will continue to hold the UNHRC COI accountable for their biased reporting. 2/2”

Portman (R-OH) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Today, I released a joint statement with @SenatorCardin in response to the distorted report from the @UN_HRC's Commission of Inquiry (COI) into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Read our statement here: Portman, Cardin Statement on the Recent Report from the United Nations Human Rights Council's Commission of Inquiry Showing Clear Anti-Israel Bias... | bit.ly”

Syria

Johnson (R-WI) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Mandela Barnes praised Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei and defended Bashar al-Assad. He is unfit to serve in the United States Senate. Barnes Praises Khamenei, Hopes to Be 'Dennis Rodman' of the Assad Regime... | freebeacon.com”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Holy…. Mike Lee is desperate and not even trying to pretend to hate Russia. Hope someone asks him if he also supports Assad gassing civilians like Tulsi does? @MikeLeeforUtah @TulsiGabbard #wtf Link to quoted tweetWho knew that the Kremlin Class of 2022 was holding its orientation here in Utah? Maybe they'll show up in matching "I annexed Crimea and all I got was this stupid t-shirt" tees🤔 (Link to twitter.com)”

Lebanon

Chabot (R-OH-1) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “The Republican Women of Warren County hosted a great chili cook-off last night in Lebanon. Great people and some fantastic chili as well! #OH01 Link to image”

Iran

Himes (D-CT-4) 10/24/2022: Retweet of @DeadlineWH – “"At some point the U.S. is going to need to collectively decide that not only are we going to oppose Russians and Chinese and North Koreans and Iranians messing around with our elections, we're not gonna allow the Republican Party to do it either" - @jahimes w/ @NicolleDWallace Link to video”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – “I'm deeply moved by the courage of Iranians protesting the regime's barbaric murders of Mahsa Amini and other Iranians standing up for their human rights. We need to pass @RepAdamSchiff's Support for Iranian Political Prisoners Act, which demands that Iran release all political prisoners, and calls on the U.S. to use all diplomatic tools available.”

Levin (D-CA-49) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Women's rights are human rights. I strongly condemn the continued attacks on women by the regime in #Iran and join the many other officials calling for immediate action to stop the violence. Iran protests spark solidarity rallies in the U.S. and Europe... | npr.org”

Long (R-MO-7) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @stillgray – “What happened to the riots in Iran?”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Unless America stands up with our allies, with freedom-loving people around the world, then authoritarians like Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping in China and the mullahs in Iran, they're going to continue this march against freedom. Link to video”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – “Today, thanks to @ZelenskyyUa & @R_Stefanchuk, it was a privilege to attend the First Parliamentary Summit of the International @CrimeaPlatform in Croatia. It is a tribute to the broad & urgent global support for Ukraine that more than 50 nations are participating in this summit. Link to image It was an honor to meet with PM @AndrejPlenkovic and Speaker Gordan Jandroković. Croatia is a valued American ally and a key partner in peace and stability in Europe, including in energy, security and our global response to Russia's aggression against Ukraine. It was my privilege to meet with human rights activists from Crimea, who shared their harrowing & heartbreaking stories of torture, imprisonment & abductions at Russia's hands. We must strengthen Ukraine's capacity in this fight, as Iranian drones take a deadly toll on civilians. As Putin escalates his appalling atrocities against civilians, we reaffirm this truth: Crimea is Ukraine, Russia's unlawful occupation of all Ukrainian territory must end, and Russia must be held accountable for its crimes. Read my full statement here: Pelosi Statement on Engagements Ahead of the First Parliamentary... | speaker.gov”

Turner (R-OH-10) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “ICYMI: I spoke with @TreyYingst following my meeting with President Zelensky in Ukraine. “The fact that Iran is here illustrates the weakness in the Russian military. As the threat evolves and changes we (the United States) have the ability to help and support them (Ukraine).” Link to video”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “The U.S. CANNOT enter a nuclear deal with the Iranian regime as it murders schoolgirls, oppresses its people, aids in Russia's massacre of Ukrainians, AND supports assassination attempts of U.S. officials and journalists. Link to video”

Egypt

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @SykesCharlie – “Morning Shots: "An Olive Branch To A War Criminal" Dems vs. the Progressive Caucus Plus: A debate over transgender policies... @jessesingal vs. @AlbertoCairo "An Olive Branch To A War Criminal"... | morningshots.thebulwark.com”

Saudi Arabia

Blumenthal (D-CT) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – “The US can't continue jeopardizing its own interests to cover for Saudi recklessness. Over & over, Saudi Arabia has broken its promises—siding with Russia & violating human rights. We must stop enabling this bad behavior & reset our one-sided relationship. The Saudis Need a Reality Check... | foreignaffairs.com On top of Saudi Arabia's heinous record of massacring civilians in Yemen, murdering journalists&more, they've aligned w/Russia by voting to slash oil production. This move is designed to fuel Putin's war&reverse the work being done to counter inflation&bring down gas prices. Saudi leaders believe they can push the US into a corner, forcing us to accept their terms for a partnership that does little to advance our interests. Such arrogance, presumption, & deceit have shattered the trust the US once placed in the Saudi regime. The US should immediately pause the transfers of sensitive technologies & weapon systems to Saudi Arabia. @RepRoKhanna & I have introduced legislation that would enact this policy—sending a strong, clear message to Riyadh that it must regain US trust.”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “The US provides the Saudis with 70% of their weapons. It's unacceptable that they're cutting oil production and driving up costs for consumers to fund Putin's war. My bill with @SenBlumenthal will stop arms sales to the Saudis.”

Iraq

Garcia (R-CA-25) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “On this day 18 years ago, Saugus native and Marine Ricky Slocum lost his life in Iraq. Just 19 years old, Ricky was a true hero, and my prayers are with Kay and Bob Slocum on this solemn anniversary. #NeverForget Link to image”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @FDConole – “I did not deploy to Iraq and fight for this country just to see women's rights stripped away at home. #Roevember8th Link to image”

Kuwait

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/24/2022: Retweet of @jasemalbudaiwi – “Kicked off my visit to the great State of #Nebraska with a roundtable led by: 1- @NEvnen 2- @RepDonBacon attended by Nebraska based companies where discussion focused on #FoodSecurity cooperation & investment possibilities in #Kuwait through @KDIPA Thanks# @nusacc for organizing Link to image”

Horn of Africa

Bennet (D-CO) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “I'm grateful for this action from @DHSgov and hopeful this designation will offer safety and stability to Ethiopian nationals living in Colorado and across the U.S. as conflict continues to threaten their homeland. U.S. grants Temporary Protected Status to Ethiopians fleeing conflict... | reuters.com”

Merkley (D-OR) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – “The newly-launched peace talks facilitated by the African Union provide a crucial opportunity to end the conflict in northern Ethiopia that has displaced 2.5 million people, killed approximately 500,000, and left millions more food insecure. This is a humanitarian crisis. I led a bipartisan group of Senate colleagues in calling on the Ethiopian government and Prime Minister Abiy to immediately cease hostilities, withdraw Eritrean forces from Ethiopia, and allow unfettered humanitarian access. Merkley, Menendez, Risch, Colleagues Urge Cessation of Hostilities in Ethiopia Ahead of Peace Talks in South Africa | U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley of Oregon”

Risch (R-ID) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Too many lives have already been lost to this conflict. We're hopeful that the AU-led talks will signal an end to the violence that has ravaged northern #Ethiopia & killed 500,000 civilians. A peaceful resolution is imperative. Our letter to PM #Abiy: Risch, Merkley, Menendez, Colleagues Urge Cessation of Hostilities in Ethiopia Ahead of Peace Talks in South Africa | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – “Ethiopians are facing devastating violence, severe food shortages, and climate disaster—leaving millions of people displaced. Granting Ethiopians living in the U.S. TPS is long overdue, but we must continue to welcome all those fleeing this crisis, and do everything we can to support an immediate ceasefire in Tigray and the surrounding regions.”

Pakistan

Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/24/2022: Retweet of @mehdirhasan – “The UK now has a Hindu prime minister of Indian descent and a Muslim mayor of London of Pakistani descent.”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Bennet (D-CO) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “We need to eliminate the scourge of antisemitism. Recent incidents must remind us that as Americans, each of us has a responsibility to stand against hatred and intolerance, and to protect the right of everyone to practice their faith in freedom and safety.”

Bowman (D-NY-16) 10/24/2022: Retweet of @katieporteroc – “I strongly condemn the antisemitism on display on the 405 this weekend. Hate has no place in California or anywhere in our country. I stand in solidarity with the Jewish community.”

Carson (D-IN-7) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “There is no excuse for antisemitic and other types of hate speech.   We must actively work to combat this dangerous rhetoric. I stand with my Jewish brothers and sisters. Link to quoted tweetWe spoke to @FOX59 & @indystar regarding the controversy sparked by the comments on Nazis made by a Zionsville school board candidate. We remain committed to educating people across the community on the Holocaust and antisemitism. Read Fox59 here: (‘Haters gotta hate' says doctor running for Zionsville school board who stated that “all Nazis weren't ‘bad”... | bit.ly)”

Clark (D-MA-5) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Reject #Antisemitism. Reject hate. Reject discrimination. Reject those who promote division to feed their own power.”

Cárdenas (D-CA-29) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Absolutely horrified by the antisemitism displayed on the 405 freeway. I condemn these sickening actions inspired by the hateful rhetoric of Kanye West, and I stand in solidarity with our Jewish brothers and sisters in Los Angeles and across the country.”

Cárdenas (D-CA-29) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “I wholeheartedly condemn the vile display of #antisemitism we saw in Los Angeles over the weekend. Antisemitism has absolutely NO place in our city.”

DeGette (D-CO-1) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “We're seeing an alarming rise in anti-Semitism and hate — and we can't remain silent. I will continue to stand with the Jewish community and we must all come together against this extremism. Link to quoted tweetDemonstrators from a hate group gave Nazi salutes as they stood on a Southern California 405 Freeway overpass behind a large banner that read, “Kanye is right about the Jews." ('Kanye is right about the Jews': More antisemitic hate seen in L.A. after rapper's remarks... | latimes.com) (Link to twitter.com)”

Evans (D-PA-3) 10/24/2022: Retweet of @HolocaustMuseum – “Do you know what antisemitism is? Could you recognize it online or in a conversation? Prejudice or hatred of Jews began long before the Nazis. Eighty years after the Holocaust, antisemitism persists in various forms, including racial, religious, economic, and political.”

Gomez (D-CA-34) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “I strongly condemn the antisemitic statements displayed on the 405 this weekend. We must never tolerate this dangerous rhetoric that is on the rise. Standing in solidarity with our Jewish community. There is no room for hate in Los Angeles — period. Antisemitic media seen throughout Los Angeles... | ktla.com”

Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Standing with the Jewish community in Los Angeles, across the country, and around the world. We must condemn antisemitism, bigotry, and hate in every form. Link to quoted tweetAn antisemitic hate group was behind a banner hung over a busy Los Angeles freeway on Saturday, watchdog groups say. (Fears of rising antisemitism after 'Kanye is right' banner hung over L.A. freeway... | nbcnews.to)”

Lee (D-CA-13) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “This is sickening, horrific behavior. Make no mistake: words matter. Failure to condemn antisemitism and hate speech emboldens bigots to put on displays like this. I stand with the Jewish community in Los Angeles and across the world. Enough is enough. Link to image”

Lieu (D-CA-33) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “We stand in solidarity with our Jewish neighbors and will continue to fight on their behalf for a safer community and country. Full statement condemning the antisemitic banner on the 405 and flyers found in Brentwood and Bel Air: REP LIEU CONDEMNS ANTI-SEMITIC BANNER ON THE 405 AND FLYERS FOUND IN BRENTWOOD AND BEL AIR... | bit.ly”

Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Antisemitism is on the rise across the country and in New Jersey. Not only should antisemitic words and actions be condemned but platforms must be held accountable for spreading hate. Antisemitic incidents hit a record high in 2021. What's behind the rise in hate?... | pbs.org”

Menendez (D-NJ) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “This moment calls for universal condemnation of antisemitism. Silence will only enable more hatred to grow against our Jewish communities. White supremacy remains a major threat to our democracy. Antisemitic media seen throughout Los Angeles... | ktla.com”

Moore (D-WI-4) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “I am very alarmed by the rise of anti-Semitic rhetoric in right-wing politics. Let me make this very clear: Antisemitism has no place in America. Hate speech is always inexcusable, and must be condemned.”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – “#Antisemitism will never go away unless we stand up against it each and everyday. That means standing up for our Jewish friends & neighbors. It means never letting complacency set in. Never just brushing off anti-semitic incidents as they grow in frequency. Massachusetts may be 2500 miles away from California, but we are no stranger to the scourge of anti-semitism. We stand together to condemn all acts of anti-semitism and hatred.”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @BostonJCRC – “Thank you Congressman for always being there as an ally and partner in the fight against #antisemitism Link to quoted tweet”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 10/24/2022: Retweet of @ADLSoCal – “Outrageous effort to fan the flames of antisemitism gripping the nation. This group is known for espousing vitriolic #antisemitism and white supremacist ideology. Hate has no place in Los Angeles or elsewhere and these attempts will not divide us. Link to image”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Actions have consequences. There is simply no room for antisemitism in our society. Adidas ends partnership with Ye over antisemitic remarks - The Boston Globe”

Omar (D-MN-5) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “This is sickening antisemitism. This toxic hate is a direct threat to our Jewish neighbors and families. We all have a responsibility to call out and condemn such blatant hate. We need to open our hearts, learn from past harms and lead with love. Link to image”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – “We must not accept complacency when it comes to the surge in anti-Semitic incidents. Sadly, the Jewish experience is to know that hateful words are often followed by violence. (1/2) 'Kanye is right about the Jews': More antisemitic hate seen in L.A. after rapper's remarks... | latimes.com Law enforcement must hold those responsible accountable, we must continue to secure our Jewish institutions, and all must remain vigilant. (2/2)”

Stevens (D-MI-11) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Antisemitism is not a joke and Kanye West's unacceptable behavior encourages more disgusting displays of intolerance. We have seen the devastating consequences that hate speech has, and when celebrities and public figures spew harmful rhetoric, we must condemn it. Link to quoted tweetLos Angeles officials are condemning the display of banners from a freeway overpass this weekend by a group of demonstrators showing support for antisemitic comments recently made by rapper Kanye West. (Photos show demonstrators in support of Kanye West's antisemitic remarks in Los Angeles | CNN)”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Thanks to Kanye, anti-Semitism is on the rise. Despite calls to not stand with an anti-Semite, this @JudiciaryGOP tweet has been up for 3 weeks. RT if we should conclude Judiciary Republicans support Kanye's war on Jews. Link to quoted tweetKanye. Elon. Trump.”

Torres (D-NY-15) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Antisemitism has no place. The purveyors of Antisemitism, like Kanye West, must be held accountable in the marketplace. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Adidas ends partnership with rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, over offensive and antisemitic remarks. (Adidas ends partnership with Ye over antisemitic remarks... | apnews.com)”

Vargas (D-CA-51) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “We must reject any form of antisemitism, hate, and bigotry. I stand with the Jewish community in #CA51 & around the world.”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Inflammatory antisemitic rhetoric has real consequences. Even if late, I'm relieved that Adidas reassessed its ongoing association with Ye. Silence is not an option. Adidas ends partnership with Ye over antisemitic remarks... | cbsnews.com”

Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “I won't share that vile photo of the 405 freeway. I have no interest in giving bigots free publicity. What I *will* say is this: Antisemitism is on the rise and is a danger to our Jewish neighbors. We must learn from history and condemn hatred in all its forms.”

Wyden (D-OR) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “As the son of parents who fled Nazi Germany, I know firsthand the damage and cruelty antisemitism and discrimination can bring to our communities. Companies on U.S. soil have a responsibility to their consumers to stand up to antisemitism and hatred in all its forms. Link to quoted tweetCalls are growing for Adidas to cut ties with Ye in response to his antisemitic remarks. Prominent Hollywood agency CAA ended its relationship with him this month. (Calls grow to boycott Adidas as the company stays silent on Ye's antisemitism... | n.pr)”

Afghanistan

Scott (R-FL) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Not only did Biden botch the withdrawal from Afghanistan, but his administration ABANDONED our allies, leaving them behind for political gain. And still NO ACCOUNTABILITY. It's absolutely disgusting. On hold: State Department's Afghanistan rescue program had 325,0... | washingtontimes.com”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Remember when you vote: Biden left fellow Americans and our Afghan allies behind to terrorists. They're being hunted and we still have ZERO accountability. Link to quoted tweetBiden's plan to rescue Afghan allies is failing due to State Department backlog: ‘325,000 unopened emails' (Biden's plan to rescue Afghan allies is failing due to State Department backlog: ‘325,000 unopened emails'... | fxn.ws)”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 10/24/2022: Twitter thread – ““America has never been at greater risk for attack than after the disaster in Afghanistan and our border being wide open.” #TeamWilson #SCPol “In South Carolina, we have safe and secure elections.” #SC02 “There has been a radicalization of the democrat party, and it's very sad. Every democrat voted for late-term abortion, which is infanticide. The American people favor a limitation on abortion.” #SC02 “It's shameless what the democrats have done with defunding the police. It's putting the American people at risk” #SC02 “I support the second amendment. If guns are outlawed, only outlaws will have guns. Over and over again, we see democrat cities with high murder rates. The guns don't commit the crime, sick people do.” #SC02 TUNE IN: 2nd Congressional Debate... | m.youtube.com “War criminal Putin did something he did not mean to do. He unified republicans and democrats. As the co-chair and founder of the European Union Caucus, he has helped us unify 27 countries. Some who are usually neutral.” #SC02 “Peace through strength starts with spending on the best equipment, the best troops. I am really grateful to represent Ft. Jackson…” #SC02 “I know the value of having a strong national defense. We know the consequence of weakness. The first priority of the government is to do for the people what they can't do for themselves.” #SC02 “It's not reducing student loans, it's shifting the bill to everyone else. The President got confused yesterday and said that congress had voted on this. That's how confused and wrong this policy is. It's simply vote buying.” #SC02 “What may work in NY or CA is not applicable to the people of South Carolina.” #SC02 “I believe small businesses can best operate without federal government interference and regulation.” #SC02 “The increase in oil prices is not due to war criminal Putin, it's due to Joe Biden. He declared war on fossil fuels, it's borderline insanity. Barack Obama approved 10x more oil leases than the current president.” #SC02”

Other - Middle East

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/24/2022: Tweet – “Thank you to my fellow veterans for your support. We have a record low number of veterans in Congress going back five decades. I've served with NATO, in the Far East, multiple times in the Middle East, STRATCOM and nuclear deterrence, and commanded the 2nd largest employer in NE. Link to image”