Last updated on Wed October 26, 2022 at 12:46 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Massie (R-KY-4) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “But the 🐁 🐁 🐁 🐁 🐁 🐁 🐁 🐁! Link to quoted tweetTwo new pre-prints (Columbia U & Beth Israel Deaconess) show no additional neutralizing antibody levels from the BA4/5 booster relative to the original vax. Maybe the FDA should have asked for human data before approving? (Immunogenicity of the BA.5 Bivalent mRNA Vaccine Boosters... | biorxiv.org) (Antibody responses to Omicron BA.4/BA.5 bivalent mRNA vaccine booster shot... | biorxiv.org)”
Pelosi (D-CA-12) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Join His Excellency @Isaac_Herzog, President of the State of Israel, and me at the United States Capitol ahead of a bilateral leadership meeting. Nancy Pelosi... | twitter.com”
Pelosi (D-CA-12) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “It was an honor to welcome President @Isaac_Herzog to the United States Capitol yesterday — reaffirming Congress' long-standing, bipartisan and bicameral support for the U.S.-Israel bond. Link to image”
Sherman (D-CA-30) 10/25/2022: Twitter thread – “It was a pleasure to help welcome President @Isaac_Herzog of #Israel to the US Capitol with @SpeakerPelosi & some of my colleagues. We had a productive conversation on critical matters such as #Iran, the #Lebanon deal & continuing to strengthen the US-Israel partnership. (1/2) It's clear #Iran has provided drones to #Russia. (2/2)”
Turner (R-OH-10) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @jaketapper – “Last night @RepMikeTurner, top GOPer on House Intel, told me Russia using Iranian drones gives Israel a "real opportunity...to reevaluate the neutrality that they've had, and enter this conflict, defensibly, to help even in the air defense system that Zelenskyy is asking for." Link to quoted tweet”
Syria
Hayes (D-CT-5) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “For 100 yrs, the Lebanon-American Club of Danbury has been committed to the cultural heritage of the Lebanese & Syrian people. I was pleased to attend their centennial celebration & recognize the work the organization & its members are doing to uplift the Lebanese community in CT Link to image”
Lebanon
Blumenthal (D-CT) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “A Grand Banquet in Danbury to celebrate 100 yrs of service by dedicated members of the Lebanon-American Club. My remarks for the Congressional Record, presented this weekend, barely capture all the tremendous caring & giving of this wonderful community. Congratulations & thanks!”
Iran
Cornyn (R-TX) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @ksadjadpour – “Female university students in Isfahan cry “freedom, freedom, freedom!” (Azadi). What's happening in Iran is the inexorable march of history. It can be delayed with repression, but not reversed. Link to video”
Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Whoopsie Link to quoted tweet"Iranian colonel who was responsible for supplying drones to Russia has been assainated" - Tasnim News Agency "The murder took place this afternoon in the city of Zahedan. An IRGC officer, Colonel Molashakhi, and one of the Basij commanders, Javad Kiha, were killed in a car." (Link to twitter.com)”
Moulton (D-MA-6) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “I'm thankful for the support @NIACActionPAC has given me.We have a shared commitment to promoting democracy, to fighting against human rights abuses, and to standing up for the protesters whose voices are being silenced in Iran. Link to image”
Spartz (R-IN-5) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “The intl community must put pressure on the Iranian regime. Where is @UN and what is it doing? Fancy dinners in NY? Mahsa was arrested for allegedly wearing her hijab "improperly”and died, and Iran sits on the UN Women's Rights Commission? Is it a joke? Iran protests: Mourners defy police to gather at Mahsa Amini's grave... | bbc.com”
Steel (R-CA-48) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @LibertyIranian – “OTD in 2021, we hosted a Congressional Meet & Greet with @RepSteel in Washington, D.C.! Hope all is well with you and your team Congresswoman! Link to image”
Egypt
Murphy (D-CT) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Tune in! At 1:45 today we are talking about how use #COP27 as an opportunity to push for human rights reforms in Egypt. Link to image”
Murphy (D-CT) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “TUNE IN: I'm live with Egyptian activists @sana2 and @Monasosh to discuss how we can use COP 27 as an opportunity to push for human rights reform in Egypt. Chris Murphy... | twitter.com”
Murphy (D-CT) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @sherifmnsour – “We will miss Senator Patrick Leahy greatly. But we are fortunate to have your leadership on #Egypt Senator @ChrisMurphyCT Let's #FreeAlaa once and for all. Link to quoted tweet”
Murphy (D-CT) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @seth_binder – “If you have not already, please take 25 minutes today to listen to @ChrisMurphyCT interview the tireless @Monasosh & @sana2 advocate for the release of their brother Alaa Abdel Fattah & raise awareness of the human rights situation in Egypt ahead of #COP27 #FreeAlaa Link to quoted tweet”
Saudi Arabia
Capito (R-WV) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @EPWGOP – “This is what happens when America stifles domestic energy production of all kinds here at home and has to beg foreign nations for help. A Secret Deal, Wishful Thinking: How the U.S.-Saudi Relationship Ruptured... | nytimes.com”
Cruz (R-TX) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “This explains so much. Link to quoted tweetREPORTER: "What's your reaction to the Saudis on oil urging the U.S. not to use the reserves?" BIDEN: "Get your COVID shot." (Link to twitter.com)”
Hern (R-OK-1) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “.@JoeBiden begged foreign dictators for oil to score political points - all while ignoring our domestic energy producers. An energy dominant America is a strong America. Link to quoted tweetIncredible. Team Biden worked frantically to cut a deal with the Saudis to manipulate gas/oil prices before the election and thought they had a secret deal. (A Secret Deal, Wishful Thinking: How the U.S.-Saudi Relationship Ruptured... | nytimes.com) (Link to twitter.com)”
Johnson (R-OH-6) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “.@POTUS: Unleash American energy production on our own soil and stop begging Saudi Arabia and Venezuela for oil! RT if you agree!”
Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @SenBlumenthal – “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) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @SquawkCNBC – “"Big oil companies are saints compared to what the Saudis are doing," says @RoKhanna. "We give them more military technology than almost any other other ally. We give them 70% of their arms and they're making over 70% of profits on each barrel of oil." Link to video”
McMorris Rodgers (R-WA-5) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @RepBillJohnson – “.@POTUS: Unleash American energy production on our own soil and stop begging Saudi Arabia and Venezuela for oil! RT if you agree!”
McMorris Rodgers (R-WA-5) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “Why would @POTUS turn to Saudi Arabia or Venezuela for dirty oil when we can produce it here at home? @HouseGOP's #CommitmentToAmerica is to unleash AMERICAN energy production to lower prices, reduce emissions, and create more jobs. Watch: Link to video”
Palmer (R-AL-6) 10/26/2022: Twitter thread – “Once again, the Biden administration is begging foreign adversaries to produce more oil for political purposes. They don't care about your energy costs unless it is going to hurt them in elections. Just disgraceful. Link to quoted tweetBiden's people were duped by the Saudis. A Secret, Failed Oil Deal: How the U.S.-Saudi Relationship Ruptured - The New York Times (A Secret Deal, Wishful Thinking: How the U.S.-Saudi Relationship Ruptured... | nytimes.com) The American people deserve leaders who will put their needs above political ambitions. They deserve American energy independence that will lower costs. That is what Republicans plan to do in our #CommitmentToAmerica as we rebuild a strong economy.”
Iraq
Long (R-MO-7) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @ClayTravis – “Whatever they are paying you, Paul, it isn't enough. This is Iraqi Minister of Information level gaslighting. You've been in politics your entire life and the truth, as you know it, is that no statewide candidate has ever been worse than Fetterman was tonight. Link to quoted tweet”
Omar (D-MN-5) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @NicholsUprising – “Paul Wellstone died 20 years ago today -- shortly after casting a courageous Senate vote against war in Iraq. Here is the piece I wrote at the time about a honorable man who was instinctively progressive and hopeful in even the most challenging times. Paul Wellstone, 1944-2002... | thenation.com”
Turkey
Cohen (D-TN-9) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Inflation rates around the world: Turkey: 83.45% Argentina: 83% Netherlands: 14.5% Russia: 13.7% UK: 10.1% Germany: 10% Spain: 8.9% Italy: 8.9% Mexico: 8.7% United States: 8.2% Countries where Biden caused inflation: 0”
Kuwait
Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Had a productive roundtable with Secretary of State Bob Evnen and His Excellency Jasem Mohamed Al-Budaiwi, Kuwait's ambassador to the United States. We discussed agriculture, trade, healthcare, national security, and Kuwait's economic prosperity. Link to image”
Yemen
Khanna (D-CA-17) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “And no one has had more guts than Keane Bhatt in ending the Yemen war. I am proud to stand with the CPC staff. Link to quoted tweetLet me just say something about Mike Darner & CPC staff. They are extraordinary. They have helped shape the biggest goals for progressives and have been very effective in our wins. They are committed also to human rights and diplomacy. Progressives owe them a debt of gratitude.”
Leahy (D-VT) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @HALOTrustUSA – “Thank you @SenatorLeahy for your powerful words on the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, where landmines and other explosives are a daily threat to civilians already facing war and starvation. Read the full press release here: Statement Of The Forgotten Humanitarian Crisis In Yemen | U.S. Senator Patrick Leahy of Vermont Link to image”
Omar (D-MN-5) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @RoKhanna – “And no one has had more guts than Keane Bhatt in ending the Yemen war. I am proud to stand with the CPC staff. Link to quoted tweet”
Horn of Africa
Beyer (D-VA-8) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Heartening that these peace talks are underway, good to see that the US is supporting the AU-led effort to reach an end to the conflict that will guarantee peace and security in Ethiopia. South Africa says Ethiopia peace talks have begun on Tigray... | washingtonpost.com”
Casey (D-PA) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “I'm encouraged by the start of peace talks in Johannesburg focused on ending the horrific war in Ethiopia. The escalating violence must cease before more innocent civilians are killed by the war and its effects.”
Sudan
McGovern (D-MA-2) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “One year after a military coup cut short Sudan's transition to a civilian-led government, let us remember that democracy and freedom do not come easily. The Sudanese people want peace and justice. We stand with them. Thousands march in Khartoum on 1st anniversary of Sudan coup... | apnews.com”
Meeks (D-NY-5) 10/25/2022: Twitter thread – “Chairs @RepGregoryMeeks, @SenatorMenendez, and Ranking Members @RepMcCaul, @SenatorRisch, today released the below statement in observance of the one-year anniversary of the coup in #Sudan: Link to image View the press release here: Meeks, McCaul, Menendez, Risch Statement Observing the One-Year Anniversary of the Coup in Sudan... | foreignaffairs.house.gov”
Menendez (D-NJ) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @HouseForeign – “Chairs @RepGregoryMeeks, @SenatorMenendez, and Ranking Members @RepMcCaul, @SenatorRisch, today released the below statement in observance of the one-year anniversary of the coup in #Sudan: Link to image”
Risch (R-ID) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Today marks one year since the coup in #Sudan. The US continues to stand w/ the Sudanese people & their tireless efforts to establish a democratic gov't. We demand accountability for crimes against protestors & for the military junta to relinquish power.Risch, Menendez, Meeks, McCaul on One-Year Anniversary of Coup in Sudan | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”
Pakistan
Omar (D-MN-5) 10/25/2022: 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
Bowman (D-NY-16) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Antisemitism has been on the rise for years and it's spreading into every corner of society. Everyone must call it out and condemn it. It doesn't matter who spews the hatred, they must be held accountable. I'm always going to be standing in solidarity with the Jewish community.”
Bowman (D-NY-16) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Black people are the largest targets of race related hate crimes and Jewish people are the most targeted for religious violence. Anti-Blackness and antisemitism are the favored weapons of White Supremacy. We must end and destroy them as if they are cancers to our humanity.”
Cortez Masto (D-NV) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “I'm deeply disturbed by the increase of hate speech and extremism against Jewish Americans. There is absolutely no place for antisemitism, and I'll always condemn it.”
Crow (D-CO-6) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Antisemitism is real, and the hate we're seeing is sickening. I promise to always speak out and stand up against hatred and intolerance. No one of any faith should fear for their lives because of who they are or what they believe.”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/25/2022: Twitter thread – “To help stop antisemitism and extremism in Jersey, I was honored to help host a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing in Teaneck on countering these violent threats. Gottheimer takes on domestic extremism and terror at House Homeland Security Committee hearing in New Jersey - WRNJ Radio Together, we questioned expert witnesses on how we can combat domestic extremism, terror, and antisemitism.”
Greene (R-GA-14) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “The @USProgressives are officially dead & under control of the regime. They are fully supporting US led foreign war and regime change in Russia, even if it means nuclear war. The progressives have bowed to the neocons, WEF, MIC, & the money. They were silenced, but I won't be. Link to quoted tweetEveryone should read this @RepRaskin statement because it's basically a manifesto declaring Progressive Holy War against Russia by way of Ukraine. I honestly think they'd be OK getting incinerated in a nuclear holocaust if it meant staying true to this ideological "struggle" (Link to twitter.com)”
Jones (D-NY-17) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Amid the rise in antisemitism we're seeing in Los Angeles and across the country, including here in New York, we must stand firm in our support for our Jewish communities. Now more than ever. We have to continue condemning hate like this in all its forms, and whenever we see it.”
Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “I can't even anymore Link to quoted tweetWhat's more important to Biden? Freeing a basketball star from a Russian prison, or preventing you, your loved ones and billions around the world from a nuclear holocaust? Biden refuses to discuss preventing WWIII with Putin, but will happily talk to him about Griner.”
Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “Actions have consequences. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Adidas is cutting ties with Kanye West over his antisemitic remarks. The company says it will "end production of Yeezy branded products and stop all payments to Ye and his companies."”
Langevin (D-RI-2) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “4 years after the Tree of Life massacre – the deadliest antisemitic attack in US history – hate is still being spewed against the Jewish people. I condemn Kanye West's despicable antisemitic rhetoric in the harshest possible terms. His vile bigotry has no place in our society.”
Levin (D-MI-9) 10/26/2022: Twitter thread – “Recently released, bigoted Trump comments, Kanye West's slurs and the actions they inspired are all reminders that the malignancy of antisemitism continues to spread in America in general and the GOP in particular. (1/2) I strongly condemn these outbursts and appreciate the outpouring of solidarity from allies. (2/2)”
Luján (D-NM) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Hate is a disease that feeds off itself, alienating truth, compassion, and acceptance. It's unconscionable that some hold so much hatred in their heart. Antisemitism, visible or not, is unacceptable in all its forms. I stand with the Jewish people, today and always.”
Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “When trying to win an election is more important than condemning anti-Semitism . . . Link to quoted tweetHere's that story about the silence of some in the face of what some see as antisemitic social media posts from former presidents and others. We hear from @SenatorLorettaW and @JonBramnick but not @KeanForCongress, who still doesn't talk to us. @ADL_NYNJ (Antisemitism rises, enters election discussion... | youtube.com)”
Menendez (D-NJ) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Honored to present @InfoAMIA leaders with my resolution marking 25 years since the bombing of the AMIA Jewish Community Center in #BuenosAires. As we seek to hold perpetrators to account for their abuses, we re-dedicate ourselves to stamping out anti-Semitism everywhere. Link to image”
Norcross (D-NJ-1) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Can't say enough about the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey. They provide a safe and strong foundation for our Jewish communities. Here's to another 100 years of remarkable public service. Link to image”
Pascrell (D-NJ-9) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @RepBowman – “Antisemitism has been on the rise for years and it's spreading into every corner of society. Everyone must call it out and condemn it. It doesn't matter who spews the hatred, they must be held accountable. I'm always going to be standing in solidarity with the Jewish community.”
Pelosi (D-CA-12) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “This week's observance of 4 years since the deadly Tree of Life Synagogue shooting highlights that we must always condemn antisemitism and bigotry here and around the world — including from celebrities like Kanye West. Being a celebrity is not a license to incite violence.”
Phillips (D-MN-3) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Condemning anti-semitism and hate is very much the job of a governor. Would sure be nice to see more people with public political platforms do the same. Link to quoted tweetHey, @GovTimWalz … Can you please stop tweeting and do your job? Your virtue signaling won't stop crime. (Link to twitter.com)”
Pocan (D-WI-2) 10/25/2022: Tweet – ““Ye”, also known as Kanye West, has been getting progressively worse in his public statements, most recently w/ anti-semitism. When a Holocaust museum politely tries to educate you - and threats from extreme MAGA follow - we have to get a grip on who we are as a society today. Link to quoted tweetNew: The Holocaust Museum of LA offered Kanye West a private tour, hoping it would change his views. West turned their invitation down, and said “Planned Parenthood" was his “Holocaust museum.” Now, the LA Holocaust museum is being flooded with antisemitic messages and threats.”
Quigley (D-IL-5) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “I stand with the Jewish people. I am deeply sorry for the cruelty that has permeated the internet in recent days. Hatred of any form, towards any group, is unacceptable. We must do better. I encourage those across social media to avoid re-sharing anti-Semitic content.”
Scanlon (D-PA-5) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Abhorrent and inexcusable. We must always stand up and fight against anti-semitism. Mastriano attacks rival Shapiro for going to 'priviliged' Jewish day school... | forward.com”
Schumer (D-NY) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “No one should be promoting those that spread antisemitic or anti-Black rhetoric. The accountability is welcome, but long overdue. We must come together to fight bigotry in all its forms. Adidas terminates partnership with Ye | CNN Business”
Swalwell (D-CA-15) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @RepSwalwell – “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 tweet”
Swalwell (D-CA-15) 10/25/2022: Retweet of @Victorshi2020 – “Donald Trump called Elaine Chao "Coco Chow" again yesterday. Kanye West and his supporters are spewing antisemitism. Folks: words have profound consequences and lives are being put at risk. I am imploring Republicans to grow a spine and speak out before it's too late.”
Torres (D-NY-15) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “You have no dog in the fight against Antisemitism? Neutrality in the midst of hate is no virtue. Link to image”
Velázquez (D-NY-7) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “Today, Adidas terminated its partnership with Kanye over his anti-Semitic comments. Hey @JudiciaryGOP want to give us all an update on where you stand? Link to quoted tweetKanye. Elon. Trump.”
Wexton (D-VA-10) 10/25/2022: Tweet – “The recent and increasingly vile displays of antisemitism by emboldened white nationalists and hate-filled groups can't be allowed to continue. I stand with our Jewish community against this ugly bigotry and will continue to fight back against antisemitic hate & discrimination.”
Afghanistan
Comer (R-KY-1) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @GOPoversight – “🚨The Biden Administration's unprecedented & deliberate attempt to obstruct the Special IG for Afghanistan Reconstruction's investigation into the botched Afghanistan withdrawal is unacceptable. @RepJamesComer & @RepGrothman are seeking answers.👇 Comer, Grothman Blast Biden Administration's Failure to Cooperate with IG on Botched Afghanistan Withdrawal - United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform”
Grothman (R-WI-6) 10/26/2022: Tweet – “The Special IG for Afghanistan Reconstruction is investigating the Biden admin's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal, but the Administration has not complied. Failing to produce required information can mount to obstruction. The American people deserve answers on Afghanistan. Link to quoted tweet🚨The Biden Administration's unprecedented & deliberate attempt to obstruct the Special IG for Afghanistan Reconstruction's investigation into the botched Afghanistan withdrawal is unacceptable. @RepJamesComer & @RepGrothman are seeking answers.👇 (Comer, Grothman Blast Biden Administration's Failure to Cooperate with IG on Botched Afghanistan Withdrawal - United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform)”