Members on the Record (Automated) for Wed November 02, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Huffman (D-CA-2) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Weird to see a bad zombie movie playing after Halloween. Netanyahu Holds Slight Lead in Israeli Election, Exit Polls Show... | nytimes.com”

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “I thought that's what people used Twitter for. Link to quoted tweetA new Israeli app allows you to match with people to fight with. Like Tinder but for arguing. You swipe; you match and choose the topic you wanna debate, and you go ahead and fight. Do with this information whatever you like.”

Long (R-MO-7) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @netanyahu – “נציג הליכוד בועדת הבחירות המרכזית, עו״ד אילן בומבך: דיווחתי הערב ליו״ר ועדת הבחירות ולנציג המשטרה בכנסת על שורה ארוכה של עשרות מקרים חריגים שאירעו לכאורה הערב במגזר הערבי, הכוללים אירועי אלימות חמורים, השתלטות על קלפיות, נסיונות לזיופים ולעיוותים חמורים של רצון הבוחר”

Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY-14) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @alexandrasiera – “AIPAC has dropped over $1M in less than 48 hours against @SummerForPA, the Democratic nominee in #PA12. Yet not a single Democratic Party leader has condemned AIPACs most recent spending for her GOP opponent, despite claiming to fight for a Dem majority. Link to quoted tweet”

Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY-14) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @maxberger – “You oppose Summer Lee because she's supports equality and justice. Your organization exists to deny Palestinians basic human rights -- no matter the consequences. You checked your support for American democracy at the door when you endorsed 109 pro-coup Republicans. Link to quoted tweet”

Omar (D-MN-5) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @BernieSanders – “The billionaires who fund AIPAC are spending $1 million against @SummerForPA because she stands with working people and against corporate greed. Democrats must unite and condemn this Super PAC, and do everything possible to elect Summer.”

Pence (R-IN-6) 11/01/2022: Twitter thread – “It was a profound honor to tour the new Fire & Police Training Center in Richmond today with Debra Edelman who's late Son, Israel “Izzy” David Edelman, the center stands dedicated in memory of. The Edelman Family is a pillar of the community. Link to image It is a testament of the Edelman's service and the people of Richmond that this state-of-the-art center was named in Israel's honor. Thanks to Chief Purcell, Sen. Raatz & Rep. Barrett our law enforcement is equipped with the training they need to keep Hoosiers safe & save lives. Link to image”

Roy (R-TX-21) 11/02/2022: Tweet – “Hoping the coalition for @netanyahu - the coalition for peace through strength - grows even stronger. Israel and the world are stronger with you as Prime Minister. #StandWithIsrael #StandUpForAmerica”

Sanders (I-VT) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “The billionaires who fund AIPAC are spending $1 million against @SummerForPA because she stands with working people and against corporate greed. Democrats must unite and condemn this Super PAC, and do everything possible to elect Summer.”

Sherman (D-CA-30) 11/01/2022: Twitter thread – “I'm glad to see today the LA City Council voted unanimously to adopt the #IHRA definition of #antisemitism. This is the same definition I pushed the @usedgov to use to enforce Title VI of the Civil Rights Act to protect Jewish students, as well as the one long used by @StateDept. Thanks to @BobBlumenfield @PaulKoretzCD5 and those who advocated, including @ICANAction @JFedLA @ADLSoCal @StandWithUs.”

Stevens (D-MI-11) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “See you there! Link to quoted tweet.@HaleyLive is joining Jewish Dems TONIGHT as we phone and text bank across the midwest. Click the link below to register & help us GOTJV with one week to go! (JDCA Midwest Regional Phone & Text Bank feat. Rep. Haley Stevens · Jewish Democratic Council of America... | mobilize.us)”

Stevens (D-MI-11) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Had so much fun firing up our @USJewishDems friends before they start texting and calling voters across the Midwest! We can't regret anything come November 9th! Link to image”

Syria

Gonzalez (D-TX-15) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “While my opponent campaigns with a Putin apologist and Assad sympathizer, I've been out meeting and talking with South Texans and earning their vote! #TX34 Dime con quién andas, y te diré quién eres. Link to image”

Lebanon

Hassan (D-NH) 11/02/2022: Tweet – “New federal tax credits are headed to @MascomaBank in Lebanon to invest in additional small businesses, create good-paying jobs, and expand economic opportunity. It's another way we can make our Main Streets and communities even more vibrant.”

Iran

Blackburn (R-TN) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “— Russia has killed thousands of innocent Ukrainians  — North Korea is launching missiles at our allies — Iran is publicly brutalizing women — The CCP is inching closer toward global domination   This is Joe Biden's foreign policy record over the last year.”

Cruz (R-TX) 11/02/2022: Tweet – “Don't let Dems do foreign policy. Link to quoted tweetMy latest article, coauthored with ⁦⁦@ckasapoglu1⁩, argues that Iran's increasingly sophisticated drone and missile strike packages are driving America's beleaguered allies, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, to seek protection in Beijing. (Overmatch... | tabletmag.com)”

Ernst (R-IA) 11/01/2022: Twitter thread – “🧵U.S. currently has approx. 3,000 servicemembers stationed in Saudi Arabia. While Iran prepares for an attack on our partners, leading Dems are advocating for removing key air & missile defense units, risking the lives of U.S. citizens & our troops alike. WSJ News Exclusive | Saudi Arabia, U.S. on High Alert After Warning of Imminent Iranian Attack So, is Saudi Arabia an adversary committed to helping Putin, or a longstanding U.S. partner in the fight against Iranian-backed terrorism? Team Biden cannot have it both ways. Saudi Arabia is a longstanding Gulf security partner and that has not changed. The Biden admin kneecapped U.S. energy production and has blamed OPEC+ for high gas prices. The American people don't buy it. Moving forward we must return to U.S. energy independence, and terminate the renegotiation of the JCPOA with the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism. America must DEFEND our homeland and our Gulf state partners, and PUNISH our adversaries – like Iran.”

Ernst (R-IA) 11/02/2022: Tweet – “The world is finally waking up to how Biden's nuke deal only helps the brutal Iranian regime. In addition to preventing any sanctions relief, we must also make sure Iran stops targeting Americans in the homeland. Pass my #PUNISHAct. Link to quoted tweetMore than 2,000 U.S. academics, including 10 Nobel laureates, have written to @POTUS. They urge him to stop negotiations with #Iran's regime & for there to be no sanctions relief until all human rights abusers are held accountable. #MahsaAmini (Prominent US academics urge Biden to do more to help anti-government protesters in Iran | CNN Politics)”

Kim (R-CA-39) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “To the Iranian people & especially Iranian women: I am with you & I will fight in Congress to ensure that we show our support & demonstrate it through meaningful action. I'm leading a resolution to support #IranProtests & condemn the Iran regime. Rep. Young Kim Leads Resolution to Support Iran Protests, Condemn Iranian Regime... | youngkim.house.gov”

Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “I hear the same thing. There is someone who keeps blocking this, whoever lives in fear of “escalation.” Iran is escalating… wonder if the Putin apologists support Iran too? Link to quoted tweetBiden White House keeps blocking plans to have #Ukraine's pilots train with F-15s and F-16s. (Link to twitter.com)”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 11/02/2022: Twitter thread – “RM @RepMcCaul urges @POTUS to combat Iranian weapons proliferation: "Iran's proliferation of weapons to its proxies & partners remains a serious challenge for U.S. national security, as well as that of our allies and partners. "As Iran seeks to deepen its support for Russia's unjustified war against Ukraine, I urge you to take immediate action to combat & deter the proliferation of Iran's conventional & nonconventional weapons, including through use of sanctions & enforcement of US export controls.” Find the full release and letter here ⬇️ McCaul Urges Biden to Combat Iranian Weapons Proliferation - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

Meuser (R-PA-9) 11/02/2022: Tweet – “My appearance this morning on "Mornings with Maria" on Fox Business to discuss tensions in Iran, the disastrous Biden Administration economic policies that are hurting Americans and claims by Biden Democrats that Republicans will harm Social Security benefits. Link to video”

Reschenthaler (R-PA-14) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Iran is: ❌Plotting attacks against the U.S. & our allies ❌Funding terrorist organizations in the Middle East ❌Silencing peaceful, freedom-loving protesters ❌Supplying lethal aid for Putin's brutal war in Ukraine It's ridiculous this admin is still negotiating with them.”

Scott (R-FL) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “These sham indictments are just another ploy by an evil regime of cowardly thugs who are scared to death of peaceful Iranian protests. We applaud these brave protestors and support their calls for freedom and fundamental human rights. Iran to hold public trials for 1,000 protesters accused of 'subversive actions' amid Mahsa Amini unrest... | foxnews.com”

Shaheen (D-NH) 11/01/2022: Twitter thread – “What she said. ✊ Proud to have spearheaded the Women, Peace & Security Act with @SenCapito to cement U.S. commitment to women's roles in peace negotiations and conflict resolution. Link to quoted tweetFive years ago, the U.S. became the first, and remains the only, country in the world to codify its commitment to #WomenPeaceAndSecurity. Women are active agents in peace and security and must be at the peace table. When women are included, our national security is stronger. From Afghanistan to Ukraine and Iran, the power of women as changemakers in society is clear. Our global commitment to them and women and girls around the world endures.”

Stewart (R-UT-2) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “When the Ayatollahs win, America loses. Read my most recent op-ed with @SenMikeLee on why @POTUS must move on from the Iran Nuclear Deal ⬇ America should send a powerful message to Iran by terminating nuclear negotiations... | thehill.com”

Van Hollen (D-MD) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “If the Iranian regime thinks threatening & jailing protestors and journalists – like Niloofar Hamedi & Elaheh Mohammadi – will quell the voices of dissent, they're sorely mistaken. The world is watching & we will continue to stand w/ the Iranian people in their fight for freedom. Link to quoted tweetIranian authorities announced they will hold public trials for 1,000 people in the capital, Tehran, over the protests that have convulsed the country. The mass indictments mark the government's first major legal action aimed at quashing dissent. (Iran plans public trials for 1,000 protesters in Tehran... | to.pbs.org)”

Weber (R-TX-14) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “U.S. &Saudi Arabia are on high alert after Saudi intelligence shared with the U.S. indicated that Iran is expected to carry out an attack on targets in Saudi Arabia.”The WSJ reported. No surprise Iranian dictators moving attention from their dictatorial violence. Shame on them!”

Egypt

Underwood (D-IL-14) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @JeffTweedy – “Election day is just around the corner and Jeff encourages you to vote early! He will perform tomorrow night (Nov. 2) alongside Congresswoman @laurenunderwood at the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, IL. Free tickets are available at Lauren Underwood Early Vote Rally w/ Special Guest, Jeff Tweedy... | underwood.link   Link to image”

Saudi Arabia

Murphy (D-CT) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @protecttruth_ – “Apparently disinformation is what we are going to get from Twitter under Space Karen. The note is wrong. The Saudi billionaire is part of the Saudi royal family and thus connected to the Saudis- the government. And, he had to kick in money to help Musk. @joshtpm @ChrisMurphyCT Link to image”

Murphy (D-CT) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Re this “note”: This isn't a “single billionaire”. C'mon. Kingdom Holdings is highly coordinated with, and owned in part by, the regime. And it doesn't matter that they rolled over. By keeping their money in, the Saudis became strategic partners with “Elon” in the purchase. Link to image”

Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY-14) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @radleybalko – “TIL that as the CO river dries up, AZ is leasing its largest underground aquifer to the Saudis, who are growing water-intensive alfalfa, which is then shipped back to S.A. to feed cattle. Market rate for the lease is $5 million/yr. Saudis pay $86K. Saudi firm has pumped Arizona groundwater for years without paying. Time to pony up... | azcentral.com”

Iraq

Bacon (R-NE-2) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Thank you Sir for your support even as a progressive. Thank you too for your service in Iraq. I loved working with our nation's great servicemen and women over 16 assignments to include base commands at Ramstein and Offutt. I'm grateful for your kind words. Link to quoted tweet@redconmike @DonJBacon With you (Why I am voting for Don Bacon despite being a progressive democrat.... | youtu.be)”

Biggs (R-AZ-5) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Crazy Uncle Joe is at it again. There is no war in Iraq. His son also did not die in Iraq. He cannot be trusted as the leader of the Free World. Link to quoted tweetBiden: "They talk about inflation .. inflation is a worldwide problem right now because of a war in Iraq... excuse me, the war in Ukraine. I'm thinking about Iraq because that's where my son died." (Link to twitter.com) (Link to twitter.com)”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “A confused Biden thinks we have 54 states, and he's forgotten AGAIN how his son passed away, saying he died in Iraq. This is false. He died years later due to cancer. If Biden's forgotten moments in his life like this, he's not fit to lead. Take a COGNITIVE TEST or RESIGN NOW!”

Long (R-MO-7) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @ClayTravis – “Joe Biden keeps saying his son died in Iraq. His son died six years after he returned from Iraq. This is not a small lie. And he keeps repeating it: Link to video”

Long (R-MO-7) 11/02/2022: Retweet of @WallStreetSilv – “"Inflation is a worldwide problem right now because of a war in Iraq.. excuse me, the war in Ukraine. I'm thinking about Iraq because that's where my son died.." 🚨 HUH?!!? Biden's son, Beau Biden, actually died in Maryland of brain cancer. 🔊sound ...😰 Link to video”

Murphy (D-CT) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Went door knocking in Colchester with State Representative candidate Chris Rivers. Chris graduated West Point and did tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. He's ready to lead on day one in Hartford. Link to image”

Horn of Africa

Booker (D-NJ) 11/02/2022: Twitter thread – “I'm encouraged by the extension of talks between the government of Ethiopia & Tigrayan regional authorities facilitated by Special Envoy @MikeHammerUSA and the African Union. It's vital that negotiations lead to an immediate cessation of hostilities & a broader national dialogue. Crucial aid is not reaching all people in this war-torn region. That's why I co-signed a recent letter calling on the delegations to agree to unfettered humanitarian access. U.S. senators call for end of war in Ethiopia in letter to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed... | todaynewsafrica.com”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @UnderSecTFI – “We strongly condemn the terrorist attacks in Mogadishu. Today, we are sanctioning networks funding & supplying ISIS-Somalia & al-Shabaab who perpetuate this type of violence. Treasury is committed to working with regional partners to disrupt terror finance.Treasury Sanctions Terrorist Weapons Trafficking Network in Eastern Africa... | home.treasury.gov”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Cortez Masto (D-NV) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “.@AdamLaxalt continues to embrace dangerous antisemitic figures spreading hate in our communities. I'm proud to stand with our Jewish community against antisemitism and discrimination in all forms. Cortez Masto, Rosen call out Laxalt for 'failure to condemn' antisemitism - Nevada Current”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @RepValDemings – “Antisemitism must never be tolerated in our nation.   We must never accept violence against the Jewish community or any other community.   We must never be complacent in the face of racism or bigotry.   As a nation, we must always condemn hate in all of its forms.”

Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 11/02/2022: Twitter thread – “Stand with me in standing up against hate of all kinds. America's values are grounded on the humanity of all of us and the equality of all of us. America is only at her best when her people are at their best. Enough is Enough! If we are silent, it will continue to escalate. Regardless of celebrity or status—anti-Semitism is unacceptable, deadly, and should not be tolerated. Hate is a terrible disease. Hate destroys lives, and it destroys communities. I am sick and tired of the scourge of anti-Semitism and troubled by the evidence of a blatant rising tide of hate.”

Kirkpatrick (D-AZ-2) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “It's painfully clear that Eli Crane peddles in bigotry and is unfit to serve in Congress. @TomOHalleran is committed to rooting out hatred and will represent Arizona with the decency we all deserve. Link to quoted tweetMy opponent is on the campaign trail sharing hateful, antisemitic rhetoric and conspiracy theories. Antisemitism has no place in our country, or in Congress. @WashingtonPost: (Jewish leaders call on GOP candidates to reject antisemitic comments... | wapo.st) (Link to twitter.com)”

Markey (D-MA) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “We know what the dog whistle of antisemitism sounds like. It's hateful and has no place in our society, let alone on a debate stage. Let's elect @PaulHeroux for Sheriff, for real public safety leadership in Bristol County. Link to quoted tweetClosing message from Hodgson in the Bristol County sheriff race: "Every day cities such as New York and Chicago have been taken over by violent criminals, because politicians supported by George Soros and his followers don't believe that criminals should be in jail" #mapoli (Link to twitter.com)”

Schatz (D-HI) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @CortezMasto – “Today I stood with @RosenforNevada and Jewish community leaders to denounce @AdamLaxalt's embrace of antisemitic figures. Let me be clear: there is no place for antisemitism and hate in Nevada, or anywhere. Link to image”

Stevens (D-MI-11) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @NoahArbit – “Today, my alma mater, Frankel Jewish Academy in West Bloomfield, received a bomb threat. While we await further investigation as to a motive, the threat was made amidst a national environment of roiling antisemitism, hate, and political violence. My full statement ⬇️ Link to image”

Warren (D-MA) 11/02/2022: Tweet – “Tom Hodgson's racist and antisemitic dog whistles are appalling. So is his office's record of mistreating people in its care and custody. Bristol County: vote for @PaulHeroux for sheriff for new leadership. Link to quoted tweetClosing message from Hodgson in the Bristol County sheriff race: "Every day cities such as New York and Chicago have been taken over by violent criminals, because politicians supported by George Soros and his followers don't believe that criminals should be in jail" #mapoli (Link to twitter.com)”

Zeldin (R-NY-1) 11/01/2022: Retweet of @TheBelaaz – “🇺🇸✡️ — NEW: A pack of 20 Mosdos and Yeshivas in Boro Park endorse Republican candidate Lee Zeldin for New York Governor. Link to image”

Afghanistan

Crenshaw (R-TX-2) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Under Mayorkas DHS has been one of—if not the most—corrupted, misguided, and feckless agencies in carrying out its duties to the American people. Under a Republican majority, @HomelandGOP will demand answers about this Orwellian proposal and deliver accountability. Link to quoted tweetDocs show Facebook and Twitter closely collaborating w/ Dept of Homeland Security, FBI to police “disinfo.” Plans to expand censorship on topics like withdrawal from Afghanistan, origins of COVID, info that undermines trust in financial institutions. (Leaked Documents Outline DHS's Plans to Police Disinformation... | interc.pt)”

Ernst (R-IA) 11/02/2022: Tweet – “At our 2022 Ruck, Roast & Ride, we did things “the Dae Way” and honored Cpl. Daegan Page, who was killed in Afghanistan last year. Our freedoms aren't free, which is why honoring our veterans & the fallen, day in & day out, is so important. Joni Ernst: The “Dae Way”: Honoring our veterans at this year's Ruck, Roast & Ride.... | kiow.com”

Estes (R-KS-4) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “Dem policies have created crises at our southern border, in Afghanistan, at gas pumps & in family budgets – yet the left has silenced critics & avoided scrutiny. Americans deserve a gov that's accountable, & Republicans have a plan to make America stronger. #CommitmentToAmerica”

Johnson (R-LA-4) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “This is a MUST-READ thread—detailing the extent to which the Feds have colluded with Big Tech companies to censor Americans for political gain. This goes much deeper than previously known. And it MUST be stopped. Link to quoted tweetDocs show Facebook and Twitter closely collaborating w/ Dept of Homeland Security, FBI to police “disinfo.” Plans to expand censorship on topics like withdrawal from Afghanistan, origins of COVID, info that undermines trust in financial institutions. (Leaked Documents Outline DHS's Plans to Police Disinformation... | interc.pt)”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “RM @RepMcCaul: “If @DHSgov is planning to investigate disinformation regarding the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, they should begin by looking within the Biden administration.” Link to quoted tweet🚨@RepJohnKatko slams @DHSgov's involvement in underground, unclear disinformation efforts around issues such as COVID-19 origins, the Afghanistan withdrawal, & U.S. involvement in Ukraine with social media companies. 👇 (Link to twitter.com)”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 11/02/2022: Tweet – “House GOP will conduct oversight on the Afghanistan withdrawal and deliver answers to the American people. Since the beginning, the Biden admin has not been transparent about how they left Americans & our Afghan partners stranded.”

Roy (R-TX-21) 11/01/2022: Tweet – “National Debt Cut in Half. Border is secure. Not a recession. Prices going down. Military recruitment numbers fine. Highly unlikely Taliban overrun Afghanistan. Can't get Covid with vax. #SkyIsGreen #StandUpForAmerica Link to quoted tweetJoe Biden just claimed he's “cut the federal DEBT in half!” The national debt is $31 trillion. Fact checkers??? (Link to twitter.com)”