Members on the Record (Automated) for Fri November 11, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Burchett (R-TN-2) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Great News that Qatar Will Allow Israelis to Fly Directly to Doha for World Cup Qatar Will Allow Israelis to Fly Directly to Doha for World Cup... | nytimes.com”

Iran

Burchett (R-TN-2) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “And these are the people we want to negotiate our nuclear security with? Iran Votes to Execute 15,000 Participants in Women's Rights Protests... | humanevents.com”

Egypt

Barragán (D-CA-44) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “Improved @EPA methane rule for oil & gas wells a significant step forward & shows US climate leadership at #COP27.   Proud to have led 15 of my @HispanicCaucus colleagues to support a stronger rule. Methane leaks & flaring disproportionately harm the health of Latino communities. Link to image   Link to quoted tweetThe new EPA rule follows up on a methane rule Biden announced at a climate summit last year in Scotland. The proposal takes aim at all drilling sites, including smaller wells that produce little but pollute significantly. My story w @borenbears in Egypt. (Biden tightens methane emissions rule amid push for more oil... | apnews.com)”

Bonamici (D-OR-1) 11/10/2022: Retweet of @FrankPallone – “Met with @ClimateEnvoy Kerry today at the #COP27 Conference in Egypt. We discussed the importance of showcasing U.S. leadership on climate, specifically provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act to reduce methane emissions. Link to image”

Capito (R-WV) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “President Biden's anti-American energy policies have had devastating impacts on our economy. All-of-the-above energy is what we need! That starts right here in West Virginia. Link to quoted tweet(1/2) BIDEN'S GREEN DREAM: @POTUS takes his climate crusade global today, arriving in Egypt ahead of the annual UN climate summit. He is expected to tout his green energy policies following the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act... @BillHemmer @DanaPerino (Link to twitter.com)”

Espaillat (D-NY-13) 11/10/2022: Retweet of @POTUS – “Tomorrow, I'll join other global leaders at the COP27 in Egypt. We're living in a decisive decade – one in which we have an opportunity to prove ourselves and advance the global climate fight. Let this be a moment where we answer history's call. Together.”

Huffman (D-CA-2) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “COP27 is underway in Egypt. I'm glad to be here with so many climate champions to represent America's commitment under Democratic leadership to tackle the climate crisis. Let's get to work. Link to image”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 11/10/2022: Retweet of @kelly_laco – “NEW: @RepMcCaul tells @FoxNews Digital @JoeBiden's anticipated projection of "weakness" to foes of the US is "dangerous" as he heads to Egypt, Cambodia & Indonesia. The president has an expected meeting with China's Xi Jinping next week. Biden not ‘capable' of projecting strength during upcoming meeting with China's Xi: McCaul... | foxnews.com”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: Climate change is the defining challenge of our time. Honored to join @SpeakerPelosi and colleagues in Egypt for #COP27 to engage international friends and partners toward concrete climate action. Link to image”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 11/11/2022: Retweet of @SpeakerPelosi – “Join our Congressional delegation in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, as we discuss our work at COP27 and America's continued leadership on climate. Nancy Pelosi... | twitter.com”

Neal (D-MA-1) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “Honored to be part of the Congressional delegation at #COP27 with @SpeakerPelosi. Earlier we discussed our work and priorities. Watch here ⬇️ Link to quoted tweetJoin our Congressional delegation in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, as we discuss our work at COP27 and America's continued leadership on climate. (Nancy Pelosi... | twitter.com)”

Pallone (D-NJ-6) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Met with @ClimateEnvoy Kerry today at the #COP27 Conference in Egypt. We discussed the importance of showcasing U.S. leadership on climate, specifically provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act to reduce methane emissions. Link to image”

Pallone (D-NJ-6) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “Glad to be with other congressional leaders here in Egypt for #COP27.   We've made hard-won progress toward meeting our climate goals in the last year, and we stand ready to continue the fight. We will not falter in our determination to tackle the climate crisis head-on. Link to quoted tweetJoin our Congressional delegation in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, as we discuss our work at COP27 and America's continued leadership on climate. (Nancy Pelosi... | twitter.com)”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Today, our delegation met with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt, the host nation of #COP27. We reaffirmed our strong security and economic partnership, and underscored the importance of human rights. Link to image”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 11/10/2022: Twitter thread – “Our delegation traveled to #COP27 to make it clear that America is all in for climate action. This gathering comes just months after Democrats enacted the #InflationReductionAct, putting America on a path to meet our obligation to future generations and beat our Paris goals. Link to image Today, we met with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Foreign Minister and #COP27 President Sameh Shoukry and other senior Egyptian officials. We thanked them for their leadership in the fight to address the climate crisis and discussed our concerns regarding human rights. Link to image It was my honor to participate in a moderated conversation with @ArshtRock Director Kathy McLeod. With @RepKCastor, we discussed how, under @POTUS, America is strategically investing in community resilience to help protect families amid the climate crisis. Link to image Members of our delegation also met with parliamentarians from @TheCVF. We heard firsthand how climate disasters are hitting hardest the most vulnerable communities and discussed the necessity of assisting developing nations in their efforts to address the climate crisis. Link to image We received an update from @ClimateEnvoy on how the Biden Administration's leadership is strengthening global partnerships and addressing the world's climate ambitions. And we met with @EPAMichaelRegan to discuss his work advancing clean air and water for the world's children. Link to image In the days ahead, our delegation will continue to reiterate that America continues to stand with our global partners ‘Together For Implementation' as we work to build a cleaner, greener future for all of our children. Read my full statement here: Pelosi Statement on Conclusion of First Day of COP27... | speaker.gov”

Pelosi (D-CA-12) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “Join our Congressional delegation in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, as we discuss our work at COP27 and America's continued leadership on climate. Nancy Pelosi... | twitter.com”

Pingree (D-ME-1) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “Good morning ☀️(or afternoon) from Egypt where I am at #COP27 with other Mainers representing @ColbyCollege and @UMaine! #mepolitics Link to image”

Pingree (D-ME-1) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “I'm in Egypt with @SpeakerPelosi and @HouseDemocrats at #COP27 🌎 Here's what we're working on to fight climate change ⤵️ Link to video”

Saudi Arabia

Murphy (D-CT) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “"Frankly, the Saudi's investment in Twitter freaks me out less than the Chinese government's relationship to TikTok," said Murphy. Saudi Arabia Is the Second-Largest Investor in Twitter. Sen. Chris Murphy Thinks the U.S. Should Look Into That.... | slate.com via @slate”

Scalise (R-LA-1) 11/10/2022: Retweet of @HouseGOP – “WATCH: @SteveScalise slams Joe Biden's war on American energy and outlines House Republicans' plan to restore American energy dominance: “[Biden] was okay with drilling when he begged Russia and Saudi Arabia to drill for oil, he just doesn't want America to do it.” Link to video”

Iraq

Hyde-Smith (R-MS) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Today, on the @USMC's 247th birthday, the MS Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby honored the only female Armed Forces member from Miss. to be killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Lance Cpl Casey Casanova's legacy will go on and her sacrifice never forgotten. Shelby museum to dedicate Casey Casanova exhibit on Marine Corps birthday... | wdam.com”

Long (R-MO-7) 11/11/2022: Retweet of @TaylerUSA – “Was just detained for asking @AmbJohnBolton about why he lied about WMD's in Iraq, Covered up War Crimes, and celebrated Julian Assange's arrest. Video coming soon! Link to image”

McEachin (D-VA-4) 11/11/2022: Twitter thread – “This Veteran's Day, I'm honored to congratulate Sgt. David Robinson as the 2022 VA-04 Veteran of the Year! Sgt. Robinson, a Marine veteran, served overseas through three tours in Iraq. Since his return, he's continued to uphold a life of service here in Virginia. Link to image As the son of a service member, I am always proud to support our country's veterans and thank all those who took the time to submit local VA-04 heroes. You can read more about Sgt. David M. Robinson and his work to better our community here: McEachin Announces VA-04 Veteran of the Year Award Recipient... | bit.ly”

Reschenthaler (R-PA-14) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Happy 247th birthday to the United States Marine Corps. Founded on November 10th, 1775, the @USMC has fiercely defended our country from Belleau Wood to Fallujah. Thank you to all the Marines who served, continue to serve, and their families. Link to image”

Libya

Scott (R-SC) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Happy 247th Birthday to the @USMC! From “the Halls of Montezuma, to the shores of Tripoli,” to the beaches of Iwo Jima, the Marines have selflessly served our nation with honor, courage, integrity, and commitment. We can always count on them to keep us safe. #SemperFidelis Link to quoted tweetHappy Birthday, Marines! For 247 years, Marines have fought in any clime and place to defend our nation. Today, we reflect on the legacy of our Corps, and rededicate ourselves to fighting and winning the battles that lie ahead. #SemperFi Full Video ⬇️ (247th Marine Corps Birthday Message... | youtu.be) (Link to twitter.com)”

Horn of Africa

Burchett (R-TN-2) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Thank you Brother. Link to quoted tweetCongrats to Rep. @timburchett on his re-election. A friend of #Somaliland and a champion of our democracy. (Link to twitter.com)”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Gooden (R-TX-5) 11/11/2022: Tweet – “A record number of African Americans voted GOP. A historic number of Jewish Americans voted GOP. A record number of Hispanics voted GOP. The mainstream media won't tell you this.”

Menendez (D-NJ) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “I'm glad law enforcement acted quickly to protect NJ synagogues, schools, and apprehend the perpetrator. We still have much more to do to combat Anti-Semitism and hate in America, but we will get there. Link to quoted tweetN.J. man, 18, charged with threatening to attack synagogues, authorities say (N.J. man, 18, charged with threatening to attack synagogues, authorities say... | nj.com)”

Afghanistan

Bacon (R-NE-2) 11/11/2022: Retweet of @zacknebraska – “@Bentleyspop @DonJBacon I'll bite. Afghan-American, young, check whatever boxes you want. Don Bacon represents me 100%. Tony Vargas is a politician, Don Bacon is a public servant. And I'm glad NE02 has a little more common sense than you when considering that”

Blackburn (R-TN) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “As the Taliban continues its efforts to terrorize women of the Middle East, America's message must remain unwavering that these crimes against humanity cannot and will not be tolerated. Joe Biden is failing to deliver that message.”

Hawley (R-MO) 11/11/2022: Twitter thread – “This #VeteransDay, I think of Lance Corporal Jared Schmitz from Wentzville, who gave his life at Abbey Gate in Afghanistan. This is me with his dad on Monday. Jared was a patriot, a warrior, and a hero. Thanks to him - and to all the men & women who have served Link to image To learn more about Jared's story and his family's work to help and honor our veterans, check out Freedom13Store... | thefreedom13.org”

Risch (R-ID) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “It's no surprise that the #Taliban keeps taking more and more rights from #Afghan women. No school, and now no access to parks and gyms. The U.S. should consider sanctions against this terrorist regime that has failed every woman and girl in #Afghanistan. Taliban official: Women banned from Afghanistan's gyms... | apnews.com”

Shaheen (D-NH) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Now mothers can't even take their children to a park. This is unacceptable. The Taliban's extremist & backwards policies worsen by the day. The U.S. & global community must hold the Taliban accountable for subverting Afghan women's rights & freedoms. Afghanistan: Taliban ban women from Kabul parks... | bbc.com”

Steil (R-WI-1) 11/10/2022: Tweet – “Happy birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps! While in Kenosha last week, I met Chris Van Etten, a Marine who served in Afghanistan and lost both of his legs when an IED exploded during patrol. Thank you Chris, and each of our Marines, for your service and sacrifice to our country. Link to image”