Last updated on Mon November 21, 2022 at 12:45 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Cruz (R-TX) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “ICYMI: Sen. Cruz Responds to Biden Administration Weaponizing DOJ Against Israel: “Everyone Involved With this Debacle Should be Fired or Impeached” Sen. Cruz Responds to Biden Administration Weaponizing DOJ Against Israel: “Everyone Involved With this Debacle Should be Fired or Impeached” | U.S. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas”
Cruz (R-TX) 11/20/2022: Retweet of @Logan_Ratick – “Sen. @TedCruz: "The Biden administration has demonstrated a deep antipathy for the government of Israel and in particular for Prime Minister Netanyahu. They loathe and despise Prime Minister Netanyahu." Senator Ted Cruz says the Biden administration ‘loathes' and ‘despises' Benjamin Netanyahu... | jns.org”
Long (R-MO-7) 11/21/2022: Retweet of @NEWSMAX – “TRUMP: "I just grew up with a great fondness and a great feeling for Jewish people and for Israel, and I hope people in the United States share that, because some people in the United States — Jewish people — don't appreciate Israel the way they should." Trump: US Jews 'Don't Appreciate Israel the Way They Should'... | bit.ly Link to image”
Long (R-MO-7) 11/21/2022: Retweet of @netanyahu – “אני מגנה בתוקף את ההשוואה הנתעבת בין בצלאל סמוטריץ׳ לבין רב המחבלים סינוואר. גם כשיש מחלוקות אין מקום לביטויים מגונים כאלה.”
Scott (R-SC) 11/20/2022: Twitter thread – “I'll never waver in my commitment to supporting and uplifting the Jewish community. They are such an important and vibrant thread in the tapestry of American society. #RJCinVegas It's not good enough to just passively support #Israel and the Jewish people. In the Senate, I'm teaming up with anyone willing to rise up against antisemitism and the growing threat of Iran. We must be firm and bold in our convictions. Will you rise with me? #RJCinVegas In America, all things are possible if you are equipped with a good education. It doesn't matter whether you're Black, White, Hispanic, Asian, or Jewish. I'll never stop fighting to uplift our children by expanding access to a quality education, no matter their race or zip code. We can't be silent on the trials and tribulations Americans are facing under Biden. It's on all of us to rise to the occasion. Let's rise up against rampant inflation, against unsafe communities, against hate and antisemitism. Let's rise up for the soul of America. #RJCinVegas America's future depends on three things: the goodness of Americans standing up when it counts the most, ensuring our energy independence, and securing economic dominance for all Americans. The next American century starts with us. It starts right now and it starts with you.”
Syria
Pallone (D-NJ-6) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “Erdogan bombed civilian infrastructure, including a hospital. This is yet another reason why I am working to block the sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey. Erdogan's pattern of aggression shows that we cannot trust him with U.S. military equipment.Turkey Bombs Kurdish Foes in Iraq and Syria, Likely Killing Dozens... | nytimes.com”
Van Hollen (D-MD) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “Here we go again. Erdogan has been saying for months that #Turkey would attack our Syrian Kurdish allies who led the fight against ISIS (see below). No one should be fooled now that he is doing so. Biden Admin should speak out forcefully. Erdogan's vowed military operation returns spotlight to Syrian border towns... | reuters.com”
Iran
Bacon (R-NE-2) 11/21/2022: Retweet of @AmichaiStein1 – “#BREAKING: Iran national team players choose not to sing national anthem at World Cup match; some of the Iranian crowed booing their own national anthem Link to video”
Boyle (D-PA-2) 11/21/2022: Retweet of @AmichaiStein1 – “#BREAKING: Iran national team players choose not to sing national anthem at World Cup match; some of the Iranian crowed booing their own national anthem Link to video”
Cotton (R-AR) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Good for them. America stands with the people of Iran against the tyrannical Iranian regime. Link to quoted tweetBreaking: Iran national football club stand mournfully and refuse to sing national anthem of clerical regime during first match against England at World Cup 2022 in act of protest against Khamenei henchmen's violence (Link to twitter.com)”
Fallon (R-TX-4) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Courage at its finest. The Iranian people want freedom. The thuggish regime in Tehran's depravity cannot go unpunished. Link to quoted tweetBreaking: Iran national football club stand mournfully and refuse to sing national anthem of clerical regime during first match against England at World Cup 2022 in act of protest against Khamenei henchmen's violence (Link to twitter.com)”
Menendez (D-NJ) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “Tehran's misogyny, repression & egregious human rights abuses have only incited intl outrage & continued to fuel #IranProtests for freedom & dignity. Sacrificing everything, women protesters in #Iran more than deserve recognition as @TIME's Person of the Year. #MahsaAmini Link to quoted tweetWho should be TIME's Person of the Year? Cast your vote for the person or group who had the greatest influence on 2022—for better or worse: (Who Should Be TIME's Person of the Year? Vote Now... | ti.me) #TIMEPOY (Link to twitter.com)”
Pfluger (R-TX-11) 11/21/2022: Retweet of @michaelgwaltz – “This is bravery. Who knows what punishment these men will face when they return home but their message clear. The world shouldn't tolerate the Iran Regime's evil. Link to quoted tweet”
Reschenthaler (R-PA-14) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “As a Navy JAG deployed to Iraq, I prosecuted nearly 100 terrorists, including 13 death penalty convictions. I saw Iran's malign influence and terror campaign firsthand. Biden must protect our interests from Iranian attacks. GOP veteran congressmen demand DOD, State Dept. respond to Iran attacks on US interests in Iraq... | foxnews.com”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “Thank you President Macron for your heart and courage in speaking out for the people of Iran. Sad that @POTUS won't do the same in a naive hope for Iran Deal 2.0. Opinion | Emmanuel Macron Supports Iran's New Revolution”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “This is bravery. Who knows what punishment these men will face when they return home but their message clear. The world shouldn't tolerate the Iran Regime's evil. Link to quoted tweetBreaking: Iran national football club stand mournfully and refuse to sing national anthem of clerical regime during first match against England at World Cup 2022 in act of protest against Khamenei henchmen's violence (Link to twitter.com)”
Saudi Arabia
Blumenthal (D-CT) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “Legal immunity for MBS mocks American values. This shield—artificially enabled by his elevation to Prime Minister—obstructs needed accountability. Our government's acquiescence in this cynical maneuver is unacceptable. US determines Saudi Crown Prince is immune in case brought by Jamal Khashoggi's fiancée... | amp.cnn.com”
Wyden (D-OR) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “The State Department's decision to intervene in this case undermined the ability to hold the Crown Prince accountable for his crime. I call on @POTUS Biden to honor his commitment to hold MBS accountable and to reexamine our relationship with the Saudis. Link to quoted tweetNew — In a statement to @AlMonitor, @RonWyden criticizes the #MBS immunity decision, urges Biden to reevaluate US-Saudi ties. (Link to twitter.com)”
Kuwait
Blumenthal (D-CT) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Proud to welcome home CT National Guard's 142nd Medical Co. & 1109 TASMG this weekend from their nearly 1-year deployments in Poland & Kuwait. Thank you for your service & sacrifice in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve, & to your families as well. Truly inspiring.”
Qatar
Bacon (R-NE-2) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Best wishes to the USMNT at the World Cup in Qatar! As a co-chair for the Congressional Soccer Caucus, I know you all have the skill and perseverance to bring home the win for the U.S.A! Good luck!”
Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 11/20/2022: Twitter thread – “Fyre Festival! Any veteran who has been through Qatar could have told you this would be a disaster. Anyway, go team USA. Link to quoted tweetA tent in the Fan village in Qatar costs £175 ( R 3 586,76) per night. (Link to twitter.com) Side note: reflective belts”
Kinzinger (R-IL-16) 11/20/2022: In reply to TweetA tent in the Fan village in Qatar costs £175 ( R 3 586,76) per night. (Link to twitter.com) – “@the_dondon01 Where are the reflective belts? Side note Qatar is a disaster and was for every veteran whose been there”
Murphy (D-CT) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Great visit to Al Udeid Air Base to thank our servicemen and servicewomen. Got the chance to talk with Qatari Defense Minister Khalid Al Attiyah. And that good looking airman with me is UConn grad Steve Martin! Link to image”
Murphy (D-CT) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Had a working lunch with UN Secretary General António Guterres and my friend Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Qatar's Foreign Minister. I'm here in Qatar as part of the U.S. delegation opening the World Cup. Link to image”
Pallone (D-NJ-6) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Good luck to the @USMNT today against Wales and throughout the @FIFAWorldCup! 🇺🇸⚽️ Our entire nation will be rooting for you to make history in Qatar!🏆 #FIFAWorldCup #Qatar2022”
Horn of Africa
Beyer (D-VA-8) 11/20/2022: Retweet of @RepDonBeyer – “Ethiopia's peace agreement and cessation of hostilities mean rebuilding can now begin. Renewed access to AGOA benefits would help Ethiopia's economy, exporters, and workers. I urge Ambassador Tai to consider initiating an out-of-cycle review regarding Ethiopia's eligibility. Link to image”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Boyle (D-PA-2) 11/20/2022: Retweet of @TristanSnell – “Uvalde: AR-15 Buffalo: AR-15 Boulder: AR-15 Orlando: AR-15 Parkland: AR-15 Las Vegas: AR-15 Aurora, CO: AR-15 Sandy Hook: AR-15 San Bernardino: AR-15 Midland/Odessa: AR-15 Poway synagogue: AR-15 Sutherland Springs: AR-15 Tree of Life Synagogue: AR-15 Colorado Springs: AR-15”
Espaillat (D-NY-13) 11/20/2022: Retweet of @NYPDPC – “Today, we're extremely grateful to NYPD investigators and our law enforcement partners who uncovered and stopped a threat to our Jewish community. This morning's arrests in Penn Station and weapon seizures are proof of their vigilance & collaboration that keeps New Yorkers safe. Link to image”
Espaillat (D-NY-13) 11/20/2022: Twitter thread – “Antisemitism has no place in our city, and I am grateful for the vigilant efforts of the NYPD and FBI officials who prevented this potential attack. We denounce the resurgence of antisemitism, increasing hate crimes, and stand with our Jewish brethren. Arrests at Penn Station Thwart ‘Developing Threat' to NYC Jewish Community: NYPD... | nbcnewyork.com El antisemitismo no tiene cabida en nuestra ciudad, y estoy agradecido por los esfuerzos vigilantes de los funcionarios de la policía de Nueva York y del FBI que evitaron este posible ataque. Denunciamos el resurgimiento del antisemitismo, el aumento de los crímenes de odio y apoyamos a nuestros hermanos judíos.”
Garamendi (D-CA-3) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Uvalde: AR-15 Buffalo: AR-15 Boulder: AR-15 Orlando: AR-15 Parkland: AR-15 Las Vegas: AR-15 Aurora, CO: AR-15 Sandy Hook: AR-15 San Bernardino: AR-15 Midland/Odessa: AR-15 Poway synagogue: AR-15 Sutherland Springs: AR-15 Tree of Life Synagogue: AR-15 Colorado Springs: AR-15 Link to quoted tweet🧵: Heartbroken and enraged by the senseless act of violence at an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado that has left five dead and at least 18 injured.”
Gillibrand (D-NY) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “Thank you to @NYPDnews and the @FBI for your swift work to prevent an attack on our Jewish friends and neighbors. We must keep fighting to root out antisemitism and bigotry and put a stop to this hateful violence. Link to quoted tweetThe authorities arrested two men on Saturday at New York's Pennsylvania Station and seized a large hunting knife and an illegal firearm with a 30-round magazine in what they described as a “developing threat to the Jewish community.” (2 Arrested in Threats to New York Jewish Community, Police Say... | nyti.ms)”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 11/20/2022: Twitter thread – “I helped host a House Homeland Security Committee hearing — here in Teaneck, NJ — where we questioned expert witnesses on how we can combat domestic extremism, terror, and antisemitism. Read More from @NJSpotlightNews: ‘Crisis of antisemitism' is focus of House committee hearing held in NJ | Video | NJ Spotlight News We must combat all forms of hate wherever it exists and ensure our communities and law enforcement have the resources they need to stay safe and secure.”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Join me tomorrow 11/22 at 4:00PM for my 80th "Cup of Joe with Josh" Town Hall — Live on Facebook. I'll be discussing my work clawing back federal investments for North Jersey, fighting extremism and antisemitism, getting the backs of our veterans and first responders, and more! Link to image”
Pascrell (D-NJ-9) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Rightwing domestic terrorism is a threat to every community in America and it is growing. Thank you to police for foiling these goons. Antisemitism is a cancer on humanity and we can never rest destroying it. Link to quoted tweetTwo men have been arrested at Penn Station, allegedly plotting an attack on Jewish sites. They were carrying a Glock-17 w/ 30-round mag, large hunting knife, nazi armband & other items. The threat of antisemitsm is for more that words. Truly horrifying. (Arrests at Penn Station Thwart ‘Developing Threat' to NYC Jewish Community: NYPD... | nbcnewyork.com)”
Torres (D-NY-15) 11/20/2022: Tweet – “Kanye West cannot help himself. Far from showing remorse, he delights in his own Antisemitism. Link to quoted tweetShalom : )”
Afghanistan
Torres (D-CA-35) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “Sad but not unsurprising that this report from @SIGARHQ found a deal struck by the Trump administration with the Taliban was a key factor in the collapse of the Afghan government. The U.S. must never put the rights of women and children on the back burner. Report names Trump-era deal with Taliban as factor in fall of Afghan leadership... | stripes.com”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 11/21/2022: Tweet – “The disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan showed the world that America does not stand by its allies. We continue to see ripple effects with our adversaries on the march around the world. Link to video”