Members on the Record (Automated) for Tue December 06, 2022

Israel - Palestine

Manning (D-NC-6) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @AJCGlobal – “We applaud @SenJackyRosen, @SenatorLankford, @RepKManning, and Rep. Chris Smith for authoring this vital letter. Without the strong support of our leaders at the highest levels of government, true change would not be possible. Rosen Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging President Biden to Develop Whole-of-Government Strategy to Counter Antisemitism, Strengthen Interagency Coordination – Jacky Rosen... | rosen.senate.gov”

Rosen (D-NV) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @AJCGlobal – “We applaud @SenJackyRosen, @SenatorLankford, @RepKManning, and Rep. Chris Smith for authoring this vital letter. Without the strong support of our leaders at the highest levels of government, true change would not be possible. Rosen Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging President Biden to Develop Whole-of-Government Strategy to Counter Antisemitism, Strengthen Interagency Coordination – Jacky Rosen... | rosen.senate.gov”

Wexton (D-VA-10) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “It was great to join @jstreetdotorg's National Conference to talk about what I experienced during my visit to the region and what we must do to achieve peace. I'll keep working alongside partners like J Street towards a two-state solution and the defense of human rights. Link to quoted tweetThrilled to be hearing from @RepCasten @RepDean @RepWexton and @Rep_Stansbury about their experiences on J Streets congressional delegations to Israel and the Palestinian Territory. #JStreet22 (Link to twitter.com)”

Iran

Crenshaw (R-TX-2) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “Biden needs to stop with this misguided Obama era obsession. It's a flawed deal. Appeasement doesn't work. Do not ease pressure. Instead, show support for the brave Iranians in the streets fighting for their lives. Link to quoted tweetQ: "Are nuclear negotiations with Iran still on going?" Secretary of State Antony Blinken: Yes (Link to twitter.com)”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Most agree that providing sanctions relief to the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism is an ineffective in curbing Iran's aggression -- unless you are Joe Biden or Rob Malley. This Administration's rumored push to reenter negotiations is absolutely unacceptable!”

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “I hope the reports of the abolishment of the “Morality Police” are true, as it would be one small step in the right direction for Iran and the freedom of its people. Iran Abolishes Morality Police After Months of Protests... | nytimes.com”

Menendez (D-NJ) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “Horrifying. Intentionally blinding protesters is a new low for an Iranian regime whose violence knows no limits. Looking to @UNHRC's new fact-finding mission to ensure that such grave #HumanRightsViolations are not buried. Link to quoted tweetHundreds protesters in Iran have gone to hospitals with eyes ruptured by metal pellets and rubber bullets. These were fired by security forces to disperse antigovernment protests that have gripped the country for two months. (Hundreds of Protesters in Iran Blinded by Metal Pellets and Rubber Bullets... | nyti.ms)”

Scott (R-SC) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “Biden's failed approach: suppress America's domestic supply of energy and beg the brutal dictators of Venezuela and Iran for more oil. My approach: unleashing our energy independence creates jobs, makes fuel cheaper, and strengthens our national security. It's an easy choice.”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “I am proud to stand with the brave Iranian people. They have suffered under a murderous, authoritarian regime. Link to video”

Tenney (R-NY-22) 12/05/2022: Retweet of @BryanLeibFL – “Hey @elonmusk - you would be a hero to millions of Iranians if you boot @khamenei_ir off Twitter... Also - Twitter providing material support to him is direct violation of U.S. laws... @rich_goldberg and I make our case to you in @barronsonline: 🔗 The Twitter Ban That Would Make Musk a Hero... | barrons.com   Link to image”

Tenney (R-NY-22) 12/05/2022: Retweet of @BryanLeibFL – “.@elonmusk please check this out. Regime officials and entities are subject to secondary sanctions that prohibit U.S. individuals and companies from providing services or material support. Thank you @RepTenney for leading on this! Tenney Leads Letter to Elon Musk Urging Twitter to Comply with U.S. Sanctions Laws on Designated Iranian Officials... | tenney.house.gov   Link to image”

Tenney (R-NY-22) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Twitter is once again a pro-free speech platform but it still shouldn't be harboring sanctioned entities like @khamenei_ir, a brutal anti-Semitic dictator sanctioned by the United States. @elonmusk, do the right thing and stop Khamenei from spewing his hateful propaganda.”

Saudi Arabia

Comer (R-KY-1) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @bpolitics – “House Republicans say they will investigate reports of a failed “secret deal to boost oil production” between Biden administration officials and Saudi Arabia Report of ‘Secret' Saudi Oil Production Deal Probed by House GOP... | trib.al”

Comer (R-KY-1) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @nypost – “Fist-bump fury: GOP to probe 'secret' pre-election Biden oil deal with Saudis Fist-bump fury: GOP to probe 'secret' pre-election Biden oil deal...... | trib.al   Link to image”

Comer (R-KY-1) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @thehill – “House GOP probing "secret" US-Saudi oil deal House GOP probing ‘secret' US-Saudi oil deal... | trib.al   Link to image”

Gaetz (R-FL-1) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Today I am introducing legislation that will hold Saudi Arabia accountable for aiding and abetting terrorist attacks within the United States while financially supporting the victims of the NAS Pensacola Terrorist Attack on December 6th, 2019. READ: Congressman Matt Gaetz Unveils Legislation to Hold Saudi Arabia Accountable on 3rd Anniversary of NAS Pensacola Terrorist Attack... | gaetz.house.gov”

Gaetz (R-FL-1) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @tampafreepress – “Rep. Matt Gaetz Intros Legislation To Hold Saudi Arabia For Death Of US Troops In Florida Terrorist Attack #gaetz #florida #terror #attack #anniversary #news @RepMattGaetz @mattgaetz Rep. Matt Gaetz Intros Legislation To Hold Saudi Arabia For Death Of US Troops In Florida Terrorist Attack... | tampafp.com”

Gaetz (R-FL-1) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @weartv – “NEW TODAY: Northwest Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz announces the "Saudi Arabia December 6, 2019, Anti-Terror and Accountability Act." Gaetz introduces legislation to hold Saudi Arabia accountable for NAS Pensacola attack... | weartv.com”

Iraq

Boozman (R-AR) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “Military service is a family affair and I'm thrilled one more Natural State family will get to spend the holidays together. We're appreciative of the sacrifices they make for our safety and freedom. Link to quoted tweetArkansas Army dad surprises 7-year-old daughter after returning from Iraq (Arkansas Army dad surprises 7-year-old daughter after returning from Iraq... | trib.al)”

Libya

Jordan (R-OH-4) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Jack Smith - IRS targeting, Trump Special Counsel Jake Sullivan - Benghazi, Afghanistan withdrawal James Baker - Russia hoax, #TwitterFiles Same old Swamp.”

Morocco

Omar (D-MN-5) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Morocco 🇲🇦 🥳🥳🥳🥳”

Yemen

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “We can't end the humanitarian crisis in Yemen without ending the war. Tomorrow, I'm chairing a @HouseForeign MENA Subcmte hearing examining not just how to end the war, but also the wider humanitarian and security implications for the U.S. & the region. Confronting Yemen's Humanitarian and Political Crises Without a Ceasefire... | foreignaffairs.house.gov”

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “A stable society cannot exist if a majority of the population lacks access to basic needs like food, water, & health care. To end the humanitarian crisis, we must end the war in Yemen. LIVE @ 10am⤵️ #YemenCantWait Confronting Yemen's Humanitarian and Political Crises Without a Ceasefire... | foreignaffairs.house.gov”

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “The war in Yemen is complicated and often overlooked. But, it has created one of the most urgent humanitarian crises facing the global community today. Ahead of today's @HouseForeign MENA Subcmte hearing, learn more here: Link to image”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 12/05/2022: Twitter thread – “🚨THIS WEEK🚨 @HouseForeign convenes to discuss: ➡️Humanitarian and political crises in Yemen ➡️A markup of various measures ➡️Challenges in the Mekong region ➡️Opportunities and challenges in modernizing international development assistance Link to video Tuesday, 10am ET Chair @RepCicilline hosts "Confronting Yemen's humanitarian and political crises without a ceasefire" Witnesses: - @StateDept Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy Lenderking - @USAIDSavesLives Assistant to the Administrator Sarah Charles Confronting Yemen's Humanitarian and Political Crises Without a Ceasefire... | foreignaffairs.house.gov Tuesday, 2pm ET Chair @RepGregoryMeeks hosts a full committee markup of various measures. A list of measures for consideration can be found here: Markup of Various Measures... | foreignaffairs.house.gov Wednesday, 10am ET Chair @RepBera hosts "Understanding and Addressing Challenges in the Mekong Region" Witnesses: - @Stimson_SEAsia Director Brian Eyler (@aikunming) - @SoutheastAsiaDC Director @GregPoling Understanding and Addressing Challenges in the Mekong Region... | foreignaffairs.house.gov Wednesday, 2pm ET Chair @JoaquinCastrotx hosts "Modernizing International Development Assistance: Opportunities and Challenges" Witnesses: - @UnlockAID Executive Director @WalterAKerr Modernizing International Development Assistance: Opportunities and Challenges... | foreignaffairs.house.gov”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 12/05/2022: Retweet of @RepCicilline – “We can't end the humanitarian crisis in Yemen without ending the war. Tomorrow, I'm chairing a @HouseForeign MENA Subcmte hearing examining not just how to end the war, but also the wider humanitarian and security implications for the U.S. & the region. Confronting Yemen's Humanitarian and Political Crises Without a Ceasefire... | foreignaffairs.house.gov”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “🚨LIVE🚨 Join Chair @RepCicilline and the Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa and Global Counterterrorism for a conversation on Yemen and its mounting political and humanitarian crises⤵️ Link to quoted tweetTuesday, 10am ET Chair @RepCicilline hosts "Confronting Yemen's humanitarian and political crises without a ceasefire" Witnesses: - @StateDept Special Envoy for Yemen Timothy Lenderking - @USAIDSavesLives Assistant to the Administrator Sarah Charles (Confronting Yemen's Humanitarian and Political Crises Without a Ceasefire... | foreignaffairs.house.gov)”

Horn of Africa

Merkley (D-OR) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Reports of guards killing Tigrayan prisoners are heartbreaking. These kinds of war crimes must be punished aggressively. If peace agreements are to endure, all sides must commit to accountability. Ethiopian guards massacred scores of Tigrayan prisoners, witnesses say... | washingtonpost.com”

Sudan

Meeks (D-NY-5) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “CM @RepGregoryMeeks: Agreement on a preliminary political framework is a positive first step for #Sudan, but parties must work through issues of accountability, inclusion and reform. I stand with the Sudanese people in their tireless fight for democracy and civilian rule. Link to quoted tweetSudan's ruling generals and the main pro-democracy group signed a framework deal until elections, but key dissenters have stayed out of the pact. The deal pledges to establish a new, civilian-led transitional government to guide the country to elections. (Sudanese generals, pro-democracy group sign framework deal... | apne.ws)”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Baldwin (D-WI) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “We cannot turn a blind eye to the rise of antisemitic, homophobic, & other hate speech. Instead of political leaders giving this vile language & those who spew it a platform, we must condemn it in no uncertain terms. I'm not afraid to say it proudly: hate has no place in America.”

Beyer (D-VA-8) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Joined the Jewish Community Relations Council's legislative breakfast today. Your values are America's values — we must all stand against hate! Link to image”

Cardin (D-MD) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “In the past few weeks alone, Former President Trump has: 1. Had dinner w/ a white Nationalist/Holocaust denier + an antisemite who praised Hitler. 2. Suggested we "terminate" rules in the Constitution. We are FAR beyond partisan politics. Donald Trump is dangerous to our country.”

Cornyn (R-TX) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Scoop: Bipartisan coalition pushes for national strategy on antisemitism Bipartisan coalition pushes for national strategy on antisemitism... | axios.com”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @repdinatitus – “77 years ago, Ben Ferencz, now the last surviving Nuremberg prosecutor, successfully convicted Nazis for the atrocities of the Holocaust. It's time Congress honored his work by awarding him the Congressional Gold Medal. Last living Nuremberg Trials prosecutor deserves Congressional Gold Medal... | thehill.com”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @RepTroyCarter – “With antisemitism on the rise, it's more important than ever that we #NeverForget the Holocaust. The House stood up to honor Ben Ferencz, last surviving prosecutor of the Nuremberg trials, with a Congressional Gold Medal. Now it's the Senate's turn to act. Last living Nuremberg Trials prosecutor deserves Congressional Gold Medal... | thehill.com   Link to image”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @DonaldNorcross – “The rise in antisemitism reminds us to #NeverForget the Holocaust. That's why it's more important than ever to award Ben Ferencz, the last surviving prosecutor of the Nuremberg Trials, with the Congressional Gold Medal. The Senate must take up this bill. Senate bill would honor Ben Ferencz, last living Nuremberg prosecutor, with Congressional Gold Medal... | nydailynews.com”

Frankel (D-FL-21) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @RepBrownley – “With the dangerous rise of antisemitism across our country, it's more important than ever that we #NeverForget the Holocaust. The House stood up to honor Ben Ferencz with the Congressional Gold Medal, it is now time for the Senate to act. Link to image”

Jayapal (D-WA-7) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Extremist rhetoric from MAGA Republicans is fueling violent attacks against LGBTQ+, Jewish and migrant communities. We can't allow people to incite violence without consequences — they must be held accountable. Full stop. DHS warns of terror threats to LGBTQ, Jewish, migrant communities... | nbcnews.to”

Kind (D-WI-3) 12/05/2022: Retweet of @SenatorBaldwin – “We cannot turn a blind eye to the rise of antisemitic, homophobic, & other hate speech. Instead of political leaders giving this vile language & those who spew it a platform, we must condemn it in no uncertain terms. I'm not afraid to say it proudly: hate has no place in America.”

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “I applaud @POTUS and @SecondGentleman for hosting this important discussion on how to combat the surge in antisemitic attacks and harassment we've seen across the country. All of us must play our part to combat the forces of bigotry. White House to host roundtable on combatting antisemitism... | thehill.com”

Langevin (D-RI-2) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “Whether they're eating dinner at Mar-a-Lago or spreading vile conspiracies online, antisemites must be swiftly condemned. I was proud to join my colleagues in calling for a a whole-of-government approach to combat the dangerous rise in antisemitism. Bipartisan coalition pushes for national strategy on antisemitism... | axios.com”

Lieu (D-CA-33) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @RepKManning – “Today, Reps. Kathy Manning, Chris Smith, Grace Meng, Brian Fitzpatrick, Ted Lieu, Kay Granger, Marc Veasey and Randy Weber, all eight co-Chairs of the House Bipartisan Taskforce for Combating Antisemitism, released the below statement. Link to image”

Lieu (D-CA-33) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @RepKManning – “Today, Reps. Kathy Manning, Chris Smith, Grace Meng, Brian Fitzpatrick, Ted Lieu, Kay Granger, Marc Veasey and Randy Weber, all eight co-Chairs of the House Bipartisan Taskforce for Combating Antisemitism, released the below statement. Link to image”

Long (R-MO-7) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @RealJamesWoods – “I just had a moving conversation with one of my dearest friends. She is liberal. She is Jewish. We TOTALLY agree that extremism in this country is leading to a poisonous antisemitism that we BOTH abhor. If you know any antisemites, purge them from your life like the plague.”

Manning (D-NC-6) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “Today, Reps. Kathy Manning, Chris Smith, Grace Meng, Brian Fitzpatrick, Ted Lieu, Kay Granger, Marc Veasey and Randy Weber, all eight co-Chairs of the House Bipartisan Taskforce for Combating Antisemitism, released the below statement. Link to image”

Manning (D-NC-6) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “I was pleased to meet with members of the AJC-Konrad Adenauer Foundation Leadership Exchange Program, which brings young German professionals to the U.S. to learn about Jewish life and the legacy of the Holocaust. Link to image”

Meng (D-NY-6) 12/06/2022: Twitter thread – “I, alongside the other co-Chairs of the House Bipartisan Taskforce for Combatting Antisemitism, condemned the hateful and despicable antisemitic rhetoric by some of our nation's public figures. 1/2 Meng And Fellow Co-Chairs Of House Antisemitism Task Force Condem Recent Antisemitic Rhetoric By Public Figures... | meng.house.gov .@RepKManning, @RepTedLieu, @RepBrianFitz, @RepKayGranger, @RepVeasey, @TXRandy14 and Rep. Chris Smith. 2/2”

Moore (D-WI-4) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @SenatorBaldwin – “We cannot turn a blind eye to the rise of antisemitic, homophobic, & other hate speech. Instead of political leaders giving this vile language & those who spew it a platform, we must condemn it in no uncertain terms. I'm not afraid to say it proudly: hate has no place in America.”

Rosen (D-NV) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “With antisemitism rising in the U.S. and around the world, I'm leading a bipartisan, bicameral group of 120+ colleagues in urging @POTUS to develop a unified national strategy to combat antisemitism and strengthen interagency coordination. Bipartisan coalition pushes for national strategy on antisemitism... | axios.com”

Slotkin (D-MI-8) 12/05/2022: Twitter thread – “Temple Beth El is the oldest Jewish congregation in Michigan, and my grandparents helped support construction of the current building. It's where I had my bat mitzvah, and my brother attended the preschool in question. It's a place to which I feel deeply connected. 1/ Link to quoted tweetDearborn man charged in antisemitic incident at Michigan synagogue (Dearborn man charged in antisemitic incident at Michigan synagogue... | rssfeeds.freep.com) 2/ The hateful attack outside the preschool on Friday was deeply unsettling. I've spoken with Jewish leaders across the community this morning, and I think this incident offers two lessons: 3/ First, leadership climate in this country and in our community is set at the top. When government and cultural leaders feel free to express anti-semitism, it becomes normalized — and no one should be surprised when that hatred shows up at our doorstep. 4/ Secondly, people who are obsessed with hating others climb a ‘ladder of escalation'. They may start with hate online and climb to hate in public places — and ultimately it can end up in violence, as we have seen in so many places across the country. 5/ It is therefore critical that we have a strong community and law enforcement response to these incidents. A strong response, as we've seen from Oakland County prosecutor McDonald, helps give pause to others filled with hate who may be thinking about acting on that hate. 6/ I want to thank our Jewish leaders from both Beth El and the greater community who have been working so hard to lead after this incident. We need your steady hand now more than ever.”

Swalwell (D-CA-15) 12/05/2022: Retweet of @SXMProgress – “"I never thought it would happen again." @jentaub tells @DeanObeidallah her experience growing up in a Jewish family and how, with the election of Donald Trump, she understood why Jewish families left Germany. LISTEN: SiriusXM Streaming: Music, Sports, News, & Talk Radio | SiriusXM.us   Link to video”

Torres (D-CA-35) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “Antisemitism has no place in America. We must all do our part to condemn this poisonous hate, and I will do mine by always speaking out against antisemitism. Anti-Semitism is on the rise, and not just among high-profile figures... | npr.org”

Afghanistan

Bacon (R-NE-2) 12/06/2022: Retweet of @NikkiHaley – “You're getting things done, alright. None of them good: ❌ $5T spending spree ❌Botched Afghanistan withdrawal ❌ 4M+ border crossings & 1M gotaways ❌ 40-year-high inflation ❌ Weak on China ❌ Gas $1 higher than when you took office Link to quoted tweet”

Boyle (D-PA-2) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “A reminder that @SenJohnKennedy is a total and complete fraud. He's a wealthy elitist with a degree from Oxford. He plays “Foghorn Leghorn” for the hometown crowd. In doing so, he both mocks and belittles them. Link to quoted tweet.@SenJohnKennedy: “The media loves President Obama. They worship at the altar of President Obama. Now, President Obama wouldn't do this, but if he told many members of the media to go join the Taliban, they'd say - where's the line?” (Link to twitter.com)”

Gonzales (R-TX-23) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “For two decades Putin weaponized the Taliban who maimed and killed thousands of American patriots. I look forward to passing the NDAA this week and continuing to help free Ukraine. Link to quoted tweetRussia military losses could be double U.S. in Vietnam in tenth of time (Russia military losses could be double U.S. in Vietnam in tenth of time... | newsweek.com)”

Harshbarger (R-TN-1) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “As for me and East Tennessee, we are NOT proud of Joe Biden's handiwork: - Record breaking fentanyl overdoses - Decade-high crime rates - 40-year high inflation - Open border - Afghanistan disaster - Unaffordable gas prices - Parent's rights trampled Changes coming soon… Link to quoted tweetYou hired me to get things done – I hope I'm making you proud. (Link to twitter.com)”

Hern (R-OK-1) 12/05/2022: Tweet – ““Getting things done”, including: ❌ 4 decade-high inflation ❌ Recession ❌ Open border ❌ High gas prices ❌ Failed Afghanistan withdrawal Link to quoted tweetYou hired me to get things done – I hope I'm making you proud. (Link to twitter.com)”

Moulton (D-MA-6) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “~2000 Afghans fled to Massachusetts during the withdrawal. They're trying to start new lives in the U.S. All of that will be at risk if we don't reform the immigration system & provide a path to permanent residency. Pass the #AfghanAdjustmentAct now. Congressman Seth Moulton resumes push for passage of Afghan Adjustment Act... | tinyurl.com”

Stewart (R-UT-2) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “What reforms would keep a VP's son from trading on his father's position? What policies will end the border crisis? What can be done to restore trust in the DOJ and FBI? What will prevent another Kabul-like disaster? @HouseGOP will get answers and make Washington work again.”

Veasey (D-TX-33) 12/05/2022: Tweet – “It's crystal clear that this guy has never met Trump 😂 Link to quoted tweet.@SenJohnKennedy: “The media loves President Obama. They worship at the altar of President Obama. Now, President Obama wouldn't do this, but if he told many members of the media to go join the Taliban, they'd say - where's the line?” (Link to twitter.com)”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 12/06/2022: Tweet – “When the Biden Admin abandoned Afghanistan, they didn't just leave behind Americans & the strategic Bagram Air Base near the Chinese border. They also left TRILLIONS worth of rare earth minerals essential for our modern economy for China to take.👇 The US faces a minerals crisis against China... | washingtonexaminer.com”