Members on the Record (Automated) for Thu October 27, 2022

Last updated on Thu October 27, 2022 at 02:08 PM Washington DC time.


Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œπŸš¨πŸš¨πŸš¨ ENDORSEMENT ALERT 🚨🚨🚨 The @RJC has endorsed my campaign for re-election! From my time in the Air Force helping stand up missile defense in Israel to my time in Congress championing the security and prosperity of the Jewish community, I'm honored by this endorsement. Link to image”

Casten (D-IL-6) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œ@JGreenblattADL is right. And "we" is all of us. Either we are collectively committed to fight for equality and tolerance or we are all complicit in its demise. Thank you for standing up, Jonathan. Link to quoted tweetAs I told @AndersonCooper last night, when people with huge platforms spout hate, it gives a license to other haters. So whether it's white supremacists or anti-Zionists, we need to call it outβ€”no matter where it comes from. (Link to twitter.com)”

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œI categorically reject the latest UN Human Rights Council report on Israel. Instead of issuing this politically motivated, one-sided report, the Council should join the US in supporting lasting steps towards Israeli-Palestinian peace. Full statement ‡️ Cicilline Concerned By Biased UN Report on Israel | Congressman David Cicilline”

Connolly (D-VA-11) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œI was honored to join @SpeakerPelosi last night to welcome President @Isaac_Herzog of Israel to the Capitol. Link to image”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œIt was great to be able to sit down with members of North Jersey's Jewish community to discuss the United States' relationship with our historic ally, Israel, and to hear about issues those in our local community are facing. Gottheimer joins North Jersey congregation to discuss supporting the U.S.-Israel relationship, combating antisemitism - WRNJ Radio”

Lankford (R-OK) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œThis agreement between Israel and Lebanon is a major win for the Middle East region--providing an opportunity for security. There is still more work to be done, but this is another significant step toward peace. Link to quoted tweetIsrael and Lebanon finalize historic U.S.-mediated maritime deal (Israel and Lebanon to sign historic U.S.-mediated maritime deal on Thursday... | trib.al)”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œI've proudly fought for human rights at home & around the globe my entire career. I'm glad to have the endorsement of @JvpAction & @AJPaction as I continue the work next session. πŸ’ͺ”

Murphy (D-CT) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œWhen world leaders say "America is back", this is an example of what they mean. The primary credit goes to Israeli and Lebanese leaders, but this deal was brokered by Biden's team. It's a big deal. A step forward for political stability and economic prosperity in the region. Link to quoted tweetPrime Minister Yair Lapid has signed the agreement on a maritime boundary between Israel and Lebanon, alongside Israel's negotiating team. The Israel delegation, led by Energy Ministry Director General Lior Schillat, has left for the signing ceremony at Naqoura. (Link to twitter.com)”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œ.@SpeakerPelosi, myself and a few of our Congressional colleagues met with President @Isaac_Herzog of #Israel. Link to image”


Syria

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œCan someone ask Tulsi today if Putin is a war monger or just those of us who want Ukraine to win? Also if she still think Assad is innocent of using chemical weapons? Also ask mike lee what he thinks? Link to quoted tweet.@TulsiGabbard left the Democrat Party because it's foreign and economic policies have failed America's hardworking families. I'm honored to have her support. Come hear how we are working across party lines to retake the Senate and put our nation back on the path to prosperity. (Link to twitter.com)”


Iran

Beyer (D-VA-8) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @ianbremmer – β€œstunning video coming out of iran in mahsa amini's hometown of saqez, thousands ignore govt road closures to walk to her gravesite 40 days after her death in the custody of iran's morality police Link to video”

Boyle (D-PA-2) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œAnother reminder of the sheer brutality of the Iranian regime. Link to quoted tweetFootage obtained by BBC Persian shows Iranian security forces shooting at protesters at the cemetery where #Nika_Shakarami is buried. (Link to twitter.com)”

Green (R-TN-7) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œEnd Iran Nuclear Deal negotiations. NOW. Iran Is Now at War With Ukraine... | foreignpolicy.com”

Huffman (D-CA-2) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œThis is remarkable, inspiring, and powerful. The US is a natural friend and ally to the great PEOPLE of Iran. We just need to end the brutal, corrupt, violent theocracy that holds them down and sows chaos in the region. That may finally be happening. Link to quoted tweetIran's national protests are entering week six. In Saqez, hometown of Mahsa Amini, thousands of people ignore government road closures to walk to her gravesite on the 40th day of her death. A growing number of young women refuse to wear compulsory hejab. (Link to twitter.com)”

Johnson (R-OH-6) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œ.@POTUS continues to beg Saudi Arabia, Venezuela, and Iran for oil. @HouseGOP members want to unleash American energy production! Our commitment is to AMERICA. We shouldn't depend on nations who want us to fail. #CommitmentToAmerica”

Levin (D-CA-49) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œThe U.S. must support the Iranian people and facilitate the free flow of information to #Iranian civilians protesting for their rights. That's why I'm urging Treasury @SecYellen to support any efforts to help the Iranian people access the internet. Rep. Mike Levin Calls for Action to Help Iranians Access the Internet Amid Continued Protests... | mikelevin.house.gov”

Levin (D-CA-49) 10/26/2022: Twitter thread – β€œ.@POTUS has the ability and authority to deny entry to foreign individuals guilty of corruption or human rights abuses. He should use this authority as #Iran continues to attack women, journalists, and opponents of the brutal regime. (1/2) Those connected to the Iranian government should not be able to live in this country as the regime commits human rights violations against the Iranian people. (2/2)”

Menendez (D-NJ) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œ40 days into protests, the Iranian regime continues its brutal response. I welcome OFAC's new designation of Iranian officials & entities in the wake of the crackdown on protesters & restrictions on internet access. We must continue to stand by those bravely fighting for change. Link to quoted tweetIt has been 40 days since Mahsa Amini's death in the custody of Iran's β€œMorality Police.” The U.S. stands with the brave women and men of Iran protesting for their rights, and we will pursue accountability at all levels for those who suppress them. (Treasury Sanctions Iranian Officials and Entities Responsible for Ongoing Crackdown on Protests and Internet Censorship... | home.treasury.gov)”

Rubio (R-FL) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œGlad to see another step taken to hold accountable the thugs who have killed hundreds of protesters following #MahsaAmini's death. #Tehran has no regard for the rule of law, yet the Biden Administration still wants to strike a deal with them. It's time to end negotiations now. Link to quoted tweetThe United States has imposed a slew of new sanctions against Iranian officials involved in the ongoing crackdown on nationwide protests in Iran. (US imposes new sanctions on Iranian officials over crackdown on protests | CNN Politics)”

Shaheen (D-NH) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œThese sanctions send a powerful and unequivocal message of support to those in Iran peacefully protesting for democracy and human rights. The U.S. stands in solidarity w/ the people of Iran as they bravely fight for their freedom. US imposes new sanctions on Iranian officials over crackdown on protests | CNN Politics”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 10/26/2022: Twitter thread – β€œThe United States joins the #Iranian people for a day of mourning and solemn reflection to mark 40 days since the tragic murder of #MahsaAmini by #Iran's so-called "Morality Police". (1/2) US imposes new sanctions on Iranian officials over crackdown on protests... | amp.cnn.com Today's action to hold those responsible accountable for the brutal crackdowns reflects the United States' ironclad commitment to supporting #Iranians as they continue their historic demand for fundamental freedoms and basic human dignity. (2/2) #IranProtests #MahsaAmini”

Stanton (D-AZ-9) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œI'm inspired by the powerful protests that continue to spread throughout Iran against the regime's brutality. To the Iranian women and youth bravely raising their voices in defense of their fundamental human rights: We stand with you. Thousands in Iran Mourn Mahsa Amini, Whose Death Set Off Protests... | nytimes.com”


Saudi Arabia

Bacon (R-NE-2) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @HouseGOP – β€œJoe Biden's anti-energy agenda has destroyed American energy independence. β€œHe has made us dependent on Russia, Saudi Arabia, and now Venezuela.” - @GOPLeader House Republicans will #FlipTheSwitch on American energy. Link to video”

Balderson (R-OH-12) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @cathymcmorris – β€œWhy 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”

Balderson (R-OH-12) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œOur farmers are feeling the pain from rising input costs. Begging the Saudis and Venezuela to boost THEIR production rather than unleashing our own πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ energy resources makes no sense. Energy Security = Food Security Link to quoted tweetFinal stop of the day. The Miller family gives Congressman @Troy_Balderson a rundown of how #harvest22 is going. Diesel cost and availability as well as input costs top of mind here. Big thanks for a great day! (Link to twitter.com) (Link to twitter.com)”

Burchett (R-TN-2) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œWhen you lay with dogs………. White House officials thought they'd struck a secret oil deal with Saudi Arabia only for Biden to be humiliated when the kingdom abandoned it: NYT... | yahoo.com”

Franklin (R-FL-15) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œ@POTUS is more interested in pursuing (failed) oil deals with foreign powers than producing energy here at home. It's time to make America energy independent again and stop embarrassing our country on the world stage. A Secret Deal, Wishful Thinking: How the U.S.-Saudi Relationship Ruptured... | nytimes.com”

Gooden (R-TX-5) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œJoe Biden tried to make a secret oil deal with Saudi Arabia before the midterms. Next time, I suggest Biden makes a deal with 11,000 laid off Keystone XL pipeline workers.”

McCarthy (R-CA-23) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @HouseGOP – β€œJoe Biden's anti-energy agenda has destroyed American energy independence. β€œHe has made us dependent on Russia, Saudi Arabia, and now Venezuela.” - @GOPLeader House Republicans will #FlipTheSwitch on American energy. Link to video”

Pascrell (D-NJ-9) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œMeanwhile the Saudi royal family who butchered an American reporter and are close friends with the trump crime family are trying to raise your gas prices. Link to quoted tweetJared Kushner seen in the first row at the Saudi investment forum that just started in Riyadh this morning (Link to twitter.com)”

Sanders (I-VT) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œJamie Dimon became a billionaire after his bank was fined billions for mortgage fraud, illegally foreclosing on military families & bribing foreign officials. Now, he's in Saudi Arabia to do business with a country partnering with Russia to damage our economy. Pathetic.”

Steube (R-FL-17) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œThe Saudis are chiding Biden for depleting America's own oil reserves for political purposes. I joined @eveningedit with @DavidAsmanFox to discuss. Link to video”


Turkey

Cohen (D-TN-9) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œLiberal or conservative, working families in countries around the world are suffering from inflation. Nevertheless, the US has one of the lowest unemployment rates and @POTUS fighting to lower costs, fight price gouging and boost the economy. Link to quoted tweetInflation 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”


Tunisia

Risch (R-ID) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œAs democratic institutions continue to erode in #Tunisia, the Biden Admin should better synchronize efforts w/ our G7 partners & condition assistance on reforms. If we don't act, Tunisia will slide into further instability. Risch, Menendez: It's Time Biden Admin Addresses Tunisia's Democratic Backsliding | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”


Yemen

Leahy (D-VT) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @theactioncorps – β€œWe were thrilled to recognize @SenatorLeahy on this #WorldFoodDay for his work for #GlobalCrisisRelief and a Yemen #WarPowers Resolution! #VTPOLI Link to video”


Horn of Africa

Coons (D-DE) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œI'm glad peace talks between the Ethiopian government and the TPLF are underway. It's vital for Ethiopia's future for both sides to meaningfully engage in these talks and find a peaceful resolution to this conflict. Link to video”

Omar (D-MN-5) 10/26/2022: Twitter thread – β€œEvery time I am having a conversation with my kids and it starts getting interesting, I switch to talking to them in Somali. I wonder if other bilingual/first generation parents do this or it's just me πŸ€·πŸ½β€β™€οΈ Link to reply@IlhanMN Do they know Somali? @EricBakr Yes, but not fluent as I would like them to be. Link to reply@IlhanMN My grandparents used to speak Yiddish when they didn't want the kids to know what they were saying if that counts. @freetofu πŸ˜‚ I do that sometimes too Link to reply@IlhanMN My Puerto Rican parents did the same. I think they felt that if we were going to get into the nitty gritty, might as well be in our native tongue. @LiberalYachty Yeah, but also not even serious conversation. It's just a habit Link to reply@IlhanMN My great grandfather only spoke in Flemish when he was angry @buynothingman My grandpa spoke Italian when he was angry. It's the language he learned when Somalia was colonized and I think it was his way of making sure we didn't hear him curse. Link to reply@IlhanMN My mom used to flip into Italian when her and my aunt's would slide into gossip territory! @ryanlaf Omg, my sisters and Somali friends and I used to do this when the kids were little but know it's hard because they can understand. Link to reply@IlhanMN My daughter once asked me to tell her in English whatever I was telling her in Spanish, because she found it interesting and actually wanted to understand what I was saying. This left me wondering about all the other times I talk to her in Spanish and she doesn't object. πŸ€” @jorge_guajardo Sometimes it makes me wonder too. I think sometimes we talk fast and they get lost, sometimes we use local dialects they aren't familiar with and sometimes it's just their way of reminding us we are using a language we are comfortable with and while they feel uncomfortable.”

Omar (D-MN-5) 10/27/2022: Retweet of @sntvnews1 – β€œPicture of day: Stunning photos of the Isaley beach, outskirts of #Mogadishu, #Somalia. πŸ“·@Ahgaashaan Link to image”


Jewish, Anti-semitism

Baldwin (D-WI) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks 4 years since the deadly anti-Semitic shooting at the #TreeOfLife Synagogue in Pittsburgh. As we honor the lives taken away, may we continue standing together to dismantle antisemitism and build a country that is truly for all of us. #StrongerThanHate.”

Bass (D-CA-37) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @JoeyDFreeman – β€œπŸš¨πŸš¨NEW: After coming out as the only candidate for Mayor publicly calling on Adidas to cut ties with Kanye West, @KarenBassLA is releasing an ad in the @JewishJournal condemning recent incidents of anti-Semitism AND showing her strong support in the Jewish community. 13 Days! Link to image”

Bennet (D-CO) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday we mark 4 years since the #TreeOfLife Massacre – the deadliest antisemitic attack in American history. May the memory of those we lost inspire action to confront antisemitism and unite us to protect the freedom and safety of every American, regardless of their beliefs.”

Bowman (D-NY-16) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years after the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting, our country is still plagued with antisemitism. We must continue to call out antisemitism wherever it appears. May their memories be a blessing.”

Boyle (D-PA-2) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks 4 years since 11 Jews lost their lives in the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting - the deadliest attack ever on the American Jewish community. As antisemitism surges in the U.S. and around the world, the United States must be a leader in combating hatred toward Jews.”

Brown (D-OH) 10/27/2022: Retweet of @HIASrefugees – β€œToday, we honor the lives of people who were murdered at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh four years ago. HIAS will never stop fighting for a world where all are welcome and safe. Link to image”

Brown (D-OH-11) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œOn this fourth anniversary of the deadliest antisemitic massacre in American history, we join with our Jewish family to dream of a country where every person can live with freedom, safety, and belonging no matter how we pray, what we look like, or where we come from. #TreeOfLife”

Cardin (D-MD) 10/26/2022: Twitter thread – β€œI commend the companies standing up to Ye's white-nationalist-inspired & antisemitic hate speech by dropping him & his companies. Claiming β€œslavery was a choice” should have been enough. I encourage others w/ties to Ye to also cut them now. Words matter. Here are some brands dropping Kanye West (and his antisemitic remarks)... | washingtonpost.com Ye's platform and celebrity status amplify his dangerous statements on a global scale, and there's no way of knowing how many people have and will be impacted. @adidas, @BALENCIAGA, CAA, @Gap, JPMorgan Chase and @mrc_ent, thank you for valuing human beings over financial gain.”

Cardin (D-MD) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œOct. 27th is never far from my mind. 4 years ago, a sacred place was transformed into a stage of horror and grief. I know faiths were tested at the Tree of Life Congregation that fateful morning. I also know hate will never have the last word in America. Organizers look to Jewish rituals in remembering the Tree of Life shooting... | post-gazette.com Joyce Fienberg. Richard Gottfried. Rose Mallinger. Jerry Rabinowitz. Cecil Rosenthal. David Rosenthal. Bernice Simon. Sylvan Simon. Daniel Stein. Melvin Wax. Irving Younger. Say their names, remember their faces and above all, honor their legacies by standing up to hatred. Link to image”

Carter (D-LA-2) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years after the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting, anti-semitism is still a danger to our nation. As we mourn those lost, we must condemn hate in all its vile forms. Whether bigoted speech is said by a musician or a politician, it sows hatred & division and CANNOT be tolerated.”

Cartwright (D-PA-8) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since the tragic massacre at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. These violent acts of antisemitism are not who we are as a country, and I proudly stand with Jewish communities everywhere.”

Casey (D-PA) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago, our Nation was horrified & shaken when a white supremacist murdered 11 people at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. It was the deadliest attack on America's Jewish community. I pray that their memories remain a reminder to seek and advance justice. Link to image”

Clark (D-MA-5) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years ago #OTD, 11 people lost their lives & 6 more were injured in the #TreeOfLife Synagogue shooting. May their memories continue to be a blessing. As anti-Semitism continues to permeate American life, we must condemn all forms of hate & reject those who incite violence.”

Cleaver (D-MO-5) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since 11 Jewish Americans were killed in a violent act of antisemitism at Tree of Life Synagogue. As we mourn the victims and pray for their families, let us honor the memory of those lost by recommitting to creating a future free from hate and bigotry. Link to image”

Connolly (D-VA-11) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting β€” the deadliest antisemitic attack U.S. history. We remember the 11 people who were killed that day, as we recommit ourselves to rooting out antisemitism once and for all.”

Cortez Masto (D-NV) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œMay the memory of the 11 lives lost at the Tree of Life synagogue four years ago be a blessing. We must continue to stand against antisemitism and hate wherever they occur.”

Crow (D-CO-6) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ3 yrs ago today, 11 worshippers were murdered at Tree of Life Synagogue in PA. The deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history reminds us that every day, our Jewish communities are targeted. Never forgetting means speaking out against hate. Always.”

DeLauro (D-CT-3) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks the fourth anniversary of the shooting at Tree of Life-Or L'Simcha Synagogue in Pittsburgh. As antisemitism surges in the U.S. and around the world, the United States must be a leader in combatting hate. Antisemitism has no place β€” anywhere.”

Demings (D-FL-10) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday we honor the lives lost during the violent attack on Pittsburgh's Tree of Life Synagogue, the deadliest antisemitic massacre in US history. This event serves as a painful reminder of why we must always stand against hate in all its forms. Hate has no place in our society.”

Dingell (D-MI-12) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks 4 years since the deadly antisemitic attack at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA. I stand with Americans across the country against the dangerous uptick in antisemitic hate we have seen recently. We must stop the hate.”

Doyle (D-PA-18) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œOn the fourth anniversary of the deadly attack on the @treeoflifepgh synagogue, we look back in sadness - and look forward with hope. We remember the lives lost, honor the first responders, and rededicate ourselves to ending antisemitism. #StrongerThanHate Link to image”

Duckworth (D-IL) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years ago at the Tree of Life Synagogue, 11 people were murdered and 6 injured in the deadliest anti-Semitic attack in American history. As we continue to see a rise in anti-Semitism, we owe it to those who lost their lives to speak out against hatred, bigotry and racism.”

Duckworth (D-IL) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œJust four short years ago, we saw the deadliest anti-Semitic attack in American history at the Tree of Life Synagogue. 11 lives were taken, 6 more were injured and so many will never be the same. Let us honor all of them with action. Let us disarm hate. Let us end gun violence.”

Durbin (D-IL) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks the 4th anniversary of the deadliest antisemitic massacre in US history @ #TreeOfLife synagogue. May the memory of those lost be a blessing to their loved ones. Everyone, no matter their religion, where they come from, what they look like, deserves to live in safety.”

Espaillat (D-NY-13) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œToday, we pause in remembrance of the lives lost duringΒ the shooting at the Tree of LifeΒ synagogueΒ four years ago today. Antisemitic violence and hate speech targeting our Jewish American brethrenβ€”spoken by anyoneβ€”will NEVER be tolerated. Link to image Hoy, hacemos una pausa en conmemoraciΓ³n de las vidas perdidas durante el tiroteo en la sinagoga Tree of Life hace cuatro aΓ±os. La violencia antisemita y el discurso de odio contra nuestros hermanos judΓ­os estadounidenses ―expresado por cualquiera― NUNCA serΓ‘n tolerados.”

Fletcher (D-TX-7) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago today, 11 congregants were killed in an antisemitic attack at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. I hold the survivors and families in my heart as we remember those lost that tragic day. 11 Killed in Synagogue Massacre; Suspect Charged With 29 Counts (Published 2018)... | nytimes.com”

Foster (D-IL-11) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œLeaders should call out hateful antisemitism anytime it rears its ugly head. No one should be discriminated against for who they are or what religion they practice. I will always stand firm against this vile bigotry.”

Foster (D-IL-11) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since the #TreeOfLife Synagogue shooting. My thoughts are with the victims' loved ones and the entire American Jewish community. Our fight against antisemitism is far from over. We must stand firm against hateful violence in all its forms.”

Gallego (D-AZ-7) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday we remember and honor those lost at the Tree of Life Synagogue attack. Let us recommit ourselves to stand up against hate and reject the rise of antisemitism our country continues to experience.”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œToday marks the fourth anniversary of the horrific Tree of Life Shooting where 11 Jewish people were killed during Shabbat services β€” the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in our nation's history. As we remember their lives tragically taken too soon and amid a rise in antisemitism throughout our country, today is a reminder that all of us β€” regardless of party, background, or faith β€” must unite against hatred, extremism, & violence.”

Houlahan (D-PA-6) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks the 4th anniversary of the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, the deadliest act of anti-Semitic violence in our history. As anti-Semitism has seen a resurgence, we must condemn anti-Semitism and bigotry in all forms. Link to image”

Kim (D-NJ-3) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago, hate and violence stole 11 lives at a Pittsburgh synagogue. We cannot pretend antisemitism only lives in the darkest pages of our history books. We stand with Congressman Kim, rejecting bigotry and hatred in all its forms.”

Lamb (D-PA-17) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday we remember the innocent lives taken in a senseless act of violence at #TreeOfLife four years ago. May their memories be a blessing & their families find comfort as we work to rid our communities of antisemitism & hate. #StrongerThanHate Link to image”

Lamb (D-PA-17) 10/26/2022: Retweet of @StateSEAS – β€œStatement from Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt on Recent Antisemitism Link to image”

Lamb (D-PA-17) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years ago 11 innocent people were killed at Tree of Life. Antisemitism has always been based on a lie and here the shooter was motivated by another lie about immigrants. Let's tell the truth about these 11 victims, their lives, and the work we share to honor their legacy.”

Langevin (D-RI-2) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œOn the 4th anniversary of the #TreeofLife massacre, let us remember the 11 beautiful souls stolen from us by an antisemitic gunman armed with a weapon of war. I mourn their loss alongside the Squirrel Hill community and Jewish people worldwide. May their memories be a blessing.”

Lankford (R-OK) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œToday, we remember & honor the legacy of the eleven people who were murdered four years ago while worshipping at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, the deadliest antisemitic attack in the history of the US. Unfortunately, this attack was not an isolated incident. Jewish Americans are increasingly the targets of antisemitic harassment, vandalism, & violent assaults. At a time of heightened fear & anxiety for the Jewish community when celebrities & emboldened extremist groups are increasingly spewing virulent antisemitism openly, let us recommit today to rejecting & condemning antisemitism in all its forms so no other community has to ever experience a similar tragedy.”

Larsen (D-WA-2) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œAntisemitism has no place at @WWU or anywhere in Washington state. I stand with the Jewish community in Northwest Washington and will continue working to confront antisemitism wherever it exists. β€˜Unacceptable and discriminatory act' condemned at WWU... | bellinghamherald.com”

Larson (D-CT-1) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday, we remember the 11 innocent lives taken in an act of hate and antisemitism at the Tree of Life Synagogue. While we passed the most significant gun safety legislation in decades recently, we must do more to ensure extremists cannot commit atrocities with weapons of war.”

Lawrence (D-MI-14) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting- the deadliest antisemitic attack U.S. history. There is no place for such behavior in our country. More can and must be done to stop all forms of racism and hate.”

Leger Fernandez (D-NM-3) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since the deadliest attack against Jewish Americans in our country's history. 11 souls were stolen from our world that day at the Tree of Life community in Pittsburgh. We must stay vigilant. We must always stand up to hatred. We must protect one another. βœ‘οΈβ€

Lieu (D-CA-33) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since the horrifying attack on Pittsburgh's Tree of Life Synagogue. As we reflect on this painful tragedy, we keep the 11 souls stolen by hate-fueled violence in our hearts. We remain steadfast in our commitment to root out antisemitism in all its forms.”

Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago, we lost 11 people to the horrific Tree of Life Synagogue shooting. We must continue to condemn & fight antisemitism in all forms. May their memories be a blessing. Editorial: Four years since Tree of Life, antisemitism still on the rise... | post-gazette.com”

Malinowski (D-NJ-7) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œMy opponent says he accepts election results, but backs election deniers. Says he's pro-choice, but will let abortion bans stand. Opposes anti-Semitism, but won't reject anti-Semites in his party. You're not moderate if you don't fight for moderation. As he aches to be a bipartisan broker, Tom Kean can't shake this specter | Stile”

Maloney (D-NY-18) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago, an act of unspeakable hatred took eleven lives at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. May their memories be a blessing and a reminder to us of the importance of combatting anti-Semitism each and every day.”

Manning (D-NC-6) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œToday, we honor and remember the 11 people murdered while worshiping at the Tree of Life Synagogue four years ago. I share in mourning on this sad day and extend my hope for continued healing to the families and the entire community. This massacre was the most brutal act of antisemitic violence in United States history. Sadly, antisemitic violence is rising rapidly in our country and around the world. As we remember those who lost their lives, we must honor their memories by working together to stop the rise in antisemitism and put an end to this vile hatred that plagues our communities. As Co-Chair of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combatting Antisemitism, I commit to working with my colleagues to educate others about the unique nature and danger of antisemitism. History teaches us that what starts with hatred and violence against Jews inevitably impacts other communities and erodes the foundations of democracy. I believe our government can and should do more to address this issue, and I pledge to work to eradicate of this age-old evil. My heart goes out to the families and loved ones of the victims, the entire Pittsburg community, and those who worship at the Tree of Life Synagogue.”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œOn the 4th anniversary of the deadliest antisemitic massacre in U.S. history, we remember the 11 #TreeOfLife victims in Pittsburgh. We must keep fighting for a future without hate, where all can live in freedom & safety. May their memories be a blessing. Link to image”

Meng (D-NY-6) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œAs we remember and honor the 11 people that were killed four years ago today during the Tree of Life Synagogue massacre, we must also continue our efforts to combat #antisemitism whenever and wherever it takes place. 1/2 I am proud to have secured record high funding for the Non-Profit Security Grant Program this year- the first steps of many to ensure our Jewish community feels safe in their houses of worship. 2/2”

Merkley (D-OR) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œIt has been four years since the attack on Tree of Life synagogue, the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history. My heart is with the victims, their loved ones, and all those who are feeling the ripples of this great loss, or who fear for their safety because of their faith. Antisemitism is on the riseβ€”we see it in the headlines, on social media, and in our own communities. It's a tool of fear wielded by those intent on growing their own power by dividing us that is too often ignored. We must continue our work to root out hatred and white supremacy.”

Nadler (D-NY-10) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago, the #TreeofLife synagogue was the site of the deadliest antisemitic attack in US history. We mourn the lives of those tragically taken, we comfort those affected by the unfathomable loss, & we recommit ourselves to standing against antisemitism–today and everyday.”

Napolitano (D-CA-32) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks 4 yrs since the deadliest antisemitic massacre in U.S. history. We remember the 11 Jewish people killed at #TreeOfLife-Or L'Simcha in Pittsburghβ€”may their memories be a blessing. We must keep fighting against antisemitism & for a country where all are safe & thriving.”

Norcross (D-NJ-1) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years later, I'll never forget how the SJ community gathered to remember those horrifically killed in the Tree of Life Synagogue. Despite our devastation and anger, we gathered in peace. Let's remember that as we fight against hatred and antisemitism today. Link to image”

Norcross (D-NJ-1) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œThe rise of anti-Semitism in America is disturbing. When hateful rhetoric is ignored, it leads to hate filled actions with disastrous consequences. I will continue to fight against anti-Semitism and bigotry in all of its forms. Antisemitic incidents hit a record high in 2021. What's behind the rise in hate?... | pbs.org”

Pappas (D-NH-1) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œOn the anniversary of the deadliest antisemitic massacre in American history, we condemn antisemitism, religious intolerance, and bigotry as we remember those lost four years ago today. May their memories be a blessing. #TreeOfLife”

Pascrell (D-NJ-9) 10/27/2022: Retweet of @chelliepingree – β€œFour years ago at the Tree of Life Synagogue,Β 11 lives were lost in the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in United States history. The antisemitism that motivated this massacre is as persistent and prevalent today as ever. We must always confront and condemn it.”

Payne (D-NJ-10) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œIt's been 4 years since the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting-- one of the deadliest attacks on the Jewish community in US history. Our Jewish brothers and sisters deserve to live without anti-Semitic threats of violence, which will NEVER be tolerated. Tree of Life, 4 years later: Memories don't fade for those touched by synagogue shootings... | post-gazette.com”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œAs Americans mark 4 years since the horrendous attack on Pittsburgh's Tree of Life Synagogue, the deadliest antisemitic massacre in American history, my colleagues and I join our nation's Jewish community in mourning 11 peaceful worshippers stolen away by a monstrous act of hate. We have a responsibility to combat the scourge of antisemitism – to ensure every American can live free from bigoted speech and hate-fueled violence.Β  Yet as we mark this dark day, words, symbols and acts of hate continue to torment Jews and other communities across the country. Today's anniversary highlights our collective obligation to condemn and reject antisemitism in all its forms – from the vile conspiracies amplified by a celebrity to the violent extremism inflamed by the far right. Today, and every day, let us renew our resolve to disarm the forces of hate, build safer communities for our children and finally toss antisemitism into the dustbin of history. Through that vital work, we strive to console devastated loved ones and pay tribute to the beautiful souls murdered four years ago. May their memories be a blessing. Pelosi Statement on Four Years Since the Tree of Life Synagogue... | speaker.gov”

Pingree (D-ME-1) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago at the Tree of Life Synagogue,Β 11 lives were lost in the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in United States history. The antisemitism that motivated this massacre is as persistent and prevalent today as ever. We must always confront and condemn it.”

Quigley (D-IL-5) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years since the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting - the deadliest anti-Semitic attack in U.S. history - and antisemitism continues to spiral out of control. I mourn those lost that day & invite all Americans to join me in condemning antisemitism & vowing to do more to stop it.”

Raskin (D-MD-8) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œOn the fourth anniversary of the Tree of Life massacre, we still mourn the loss of 11 Jewish worshippers taken from us in the worst armed antisemitic attack in US history. Our thoughts remain with the families stricken and we will never forget the victims of this shocking crime.”

Raskin (D-MD-8) 10/27/2022: Retweet of @POTUS – β€œFour years ago, 11 lives were taken and 6 more injured at the Tree of Life Synagogue in the deadliest act of antisemitism in American history. May the memories of those we lost be a blessing. And may we never stop fighting the scourges of antisemitism, hate, and gun violence.”

Rosen (D-NV) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday, we remember & honor the legacy of those murdered 4 years ago at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history. Let us recommit ourselves today and every day to rejecting & condemning antisemitism in all its forms.”

Ryan (D-NY-19) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œCongratulations to Kerhonkson Synagogue on your Centennial Anniversary! Wishing you another 100 years of happiness and health. Link to image”

Ryan (D-NY-19) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago, we witnessed the most deadly act of violence against the Jewish community in American history. Today and everyday, I stand with the Jewish community across this country as we mourn the victims of the Tree of Life shooting. We must always be #StrongerThanHate.”

Ryan (D-OH-13) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œI'm grateful to have been able to sit down with the Jewish community in Cincinnati. With the recent uptick in antisemitism, I'll always fight to make sure that we keep the American Jewish community safe. Violence and hatred have no place in Ohio. Link to image”

Schakowsky (D-IL-9) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday, we remember the 11 beloved Jewish community members who were senselessly murdered at #TreeOfLife in Pittsburgh four years ago. May their memories be a blessing. We must continue the fight to dismantle antisemitism and build a country that is truly for all of us.”

Schneider (D-IL-10) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œToday marks four years since a hate-fueled gunman murdered 11 worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue simply because they were Jews. It was the worst antisemitic attack in our nation's long history. Antisemitism is on the rise around the world and especially here at home. We best honor the memories of those murdered in hate by standing up to hate, bigotry, racism, and, yes, antisemitism whenever and wherever it raises its vile face. We cannot remain silent. May the memory of those 11 beloved souls be a blessing to us all, and may all of us bless them with our actions and words. Joyce Fienberg Richard Gottfried Rose Mallinger Jerry Rabinowitz Cecil and David Rosenthal Bernice and Sylvan Simon Daniel Stein Melvin Wax Irving Younger”

Schumer (D-NY) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œWe'll never forget those we lost 4 years ago in the horrific shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue, the deadliest antisemitic massacre in American history. We must always confront antisemitism, bigotry, and hate wherever they rear their heads. They have no place in America.”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks the 4 year anniversary of the #TreeofLife Synagogue shooting – the deadliest act of #antisemitic violence in American history. Below, my statement honoring the victims & calling for a rededication to combating #antisemitism. #StrongerThanHate Congressman Sherman Statement on the 4th Anniversary of the Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting... | sherman.house.gov”

Sinema (D-AZ) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œThere's no mistaking it: the shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue was an attack on Jewish people and the Jewish faith. Four years after this senseless violence, and as our nation experiences a rise in anti-semitism, we stand in solidarity against this dangerous form of hate.”

Sinema (D-AZ) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œAnti-semitism has no place in our society. On the anniversary of the horrific shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, we denounce this form of hate and stand firmly with the Jewish community. #StrongerThanHate”

Smith (D-WA-9) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œFour years ago today, 11 people were killed at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh in the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in our nation's history. We must continue to work to combat anti-Semitism and all forms of hatred and bigotry. We cannot remain silent. Tragedies like the Tree of Life synagogue shooting cannot be treated as the status quo. This anniversary serves as a reminder that we must take a comprehensive approach to combating the epidemic of gun violence in our country. I stand in solidarity with the Jewish community as we remember and honor those lost or injured in this tragic shooting. My thoughts are with the survivors and the loved ones of the victims during this period of mourning.”

Speier (D-CA-14) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 yrs ago today one of the deadliest antisemitic massacres in US history left 11 dead & 6 wounded at the Tree of Life-Or L'Simcha in Pittsburgh. We honor their lives by striving for a country where everyone can practice their faith free from persecution or violence. #TreeOfLife”

Stansbury (D-NM-1) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday, we remember the lives lost four years ago today at the Pittsburgh Tree of Life synagogue. During this time of increased antisemitism, I'm standing in solidarity with our Jewish communities against antisemitism, prejudice, and hate. Link to image”

Stevens (D-MI-11) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œThinking of the Pittsburgh Jewish community today as we mark four years since the horrendous Tree of Life Synagogue shooting. As antisemitism continues to surge here and around the world, the United States must be a leading force in combatting hatred toward the Jewish community.”

SΓ‘nchez (D-CA-38) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years ago, we tragically lost 11 souls at Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Today & always, I stand with the Jewish community as we work to root out antisemitism & put a stop to gun violence in this country. May their memory be a blessing.”

Thompson (D-CA-5) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks the 4th anniversary of the deadliest antisemitic massacre in US history, and I stand in solidarity with our Jewish community. May we keep fighting against antisemitism wherever it persists and may their memories be a blessing. #TreeOfLife Link to image”

Titus (D-NV-1) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œOn the fourth anniversary of the horrific shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue, the deadliest antisemitic massacre in U.S. history, I mourn the victims and thank the first responders who saved lives that day. I recommit myself to ending the ugly scourge of anti-Semitism. Link to image”

Tlaib (D-MI-13) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago, the deadliest antisemitic attack in the US took 11 lives at the #TreeofLife Synagogue. On this solemn day, we re-commit to working toward a world where everyone can live with freedom and safety, no matter how they pray, what they look like, or where they're from.”

Toomey (R-PA) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago, a madman took the lives of 11 people at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Today, the victims and their families remain steadfastly in our hearts and minds. On this solemn anniversary, let us renew our resolve to fight the hateful ideology of anti-Semitism.”

Torres (D-NY-15) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since the horrifying attack on Pittsburgh's Tree of Life Synagogue. 11 lives were taken and 6 more injured in the deadliest act of antisemitism in American history. As we reflect on this painful tragedy, we must remain steadfast in combating antisemitism.”

Trone (D-MD-6) 10/27/2022: Twitter thread – β€œIt's been four years since the @treeoflifepgh shootingβ€” the deadliest attack ever on the American Jewish community. This tragedy hit home for me. My daughter was named at this synagogue and I knew families there. Our nation can and must do more to combat antisemitism. Antisemitism is on the rise in our country. Last year, the @ADL found that antisemitic incidents reached an all-time high in the United States since they started tracking 40 years ago. We can't sit idly by and watch the Jewish community fall victim to more hate. As the husband of a Jewish woman and the father of four Jewish children, this is personal. We need to call out antisemitism when we see it, educate young folks, and take action to protect the Jewish community here at home and around the world. The memories of the 11 Jewish Americans killed four years ago will not be forgotten. The United States has a moral responsibility to combat the scourge of antisemitism, and in Congress, I will do everything I can to root out bigotry. You can count on it.”

Warner (D-VA) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday, we remember the lives lost four years ago at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. We cannot let anti-semitism proliferate in our communities. I stand firmly with Jewish Americans and against hate speech and terror.”

Warnock (D-GA) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since we lost 11 beautiful souls in the Tree of Life shooting. I join all Georgians in recommitting ourselves to standing up against antisemitism. Let's be clear: hate has no place in America.”

Warren (D-MA) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday's the fourth anniversary of the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue, where 11 people were killed while worshiping in what should have been a sanctuary. We must continue to work to prevent gun violence. And we have to speak up against hate, bigotry, and antisemitism.”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-23) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œ4 years ago, we experienced the deadliest antisemitic massacre in πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ history. As antisemitism surges, we'll keep fighting for a country where every person can live with freedom, safety, & belonging no matter how they pray, what they look like, or where they come from. #TreeOfLife Link to image”

Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday marks four years since 11 Jewish Americans were killed in the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting. I mourn the victims of this act of hateful violence. With antisemitism surging in the U.S., we must learn from the past and stand against hate.”

Wild (D-PA-7) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday, we remember and honor each life lost in the devastating attack on the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh four years ago. Antisemitism is a murderous poison that continues to spread across our society. There is only one way to root it out: with zero tolerance, together.”

Wild (D-PA-7) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œToday we remember those who lost their lives in the devastating attack on the Tree of Life synagogue. My thoughts are with the survivors and the loved ones of the victims. To honor their memories, we must stand up to antisemitism and bigotry in every form.”

Wilson (D-FL-24) 10/27/2022: Tweet – β€œFour years ago in Pittsburg, we experienced one of the deadliest antisemitic attacks in our nation's history. Today, I join the Jewish community in honoring and remembering the eleven worshippers murdered at the #TreeOfLife. Link to image”


Afghanistan

Hawley (R-MO) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œSenator Hawley calls for creation of select committee to investigate U.S. – Afghanistan withdrawal Missouri senator calls for creation of select committee to investigate U.S. - Afghanistan withdrawal”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 10/26/2022: Twitter thread – β€œLR @RepMcCaul slams the Biden admin for the newest national security threat caused by the botched Afghanistan withdrawal ⬇️ Link to image Find the full statement here ⬇️ McCaul Slams Admin for Newest National Security Threat Caused by Botched Afghanistan Withdrawal - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 10/26/2022: Tweet – β€œFrom caving on Nord Stream 2 to his failed withdrawal from Afghanistan, Biden has been projecting weakness & emboldening our adversaries. I believe, as Ronald Reagan did, that peace through strength is the right way to lead. -MTM #TX10 #GreatestGeneration Link to video”