Members on the Record (Automated) for Tue January 24, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Bennet (D-CO) 01/24/2023: Tweet – “HAPPENING NOW: I'm joining @SenJackyRosen and colleagues to discuss our recent bipartisan Congressional Delegation to the Abraham Accords member countries of Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Morocco. Michael Bennet... | twitter.com”

Castro (D-TX-20) 01/23/2023: Retweet of @Bsamuels0 – “If friends like Brad Sherman, Jacky Rosen, Bob Menendez and Lindsey Graham warn that Netanyahu's coalition could adversely impact U.S.-Israel ties, then Israel should understand that it's a matter of when — not if — criticism from DC begins to coalesce Something is brewing in Congress, and it should alarm Israel... | haaretz.com”

Diaz-Balart (R-FL-26) 01/24/2023: Twitter thread – “(1/2) A UN official thanked Hezbollah for sharing “the impact of regional and international developments on the country.” Well, Hezbollah's “impact” has been murder, maiming, and terror for decades– a malignancy that has extended to our hemisphere. (2/2) As Chairman of SFOPS on Appropriations, I'll look into what other UN officials have cozy relationships with terrorist organizations. UN envoy thanks Hezbollah terror group, draws rebuke from Israeli officials: 'is this real?'... | foxnews.com”

Kelly (D-AZ) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “This weekend, I came back home after a great week visiting our partners in the Middle East. During our stop in Israel, we met with a wide range of leaders to discuss opportunities to deepen and expand on the Abraham Accords while also sustaining the strong U.S.-Israeli bond.”

Kelly (D-AZ) 01/24/2023: Tweet – “During our trip to the Middle East last week, my colleagues and I saw how the Abraham Accords have increased regional integration and security cooperation. Today, I will be joining them in a press conference where we will discuss our trip. Tune in here: Senator Jacky Rosen (@SenJackyRosen) / Twitter... | twitter.com”

Lankford (R-OK) 01/24/2023: Retweet of @SenJackyRosen – “Last week, @SenatorLankford & I led a bipartisan delegation to the Abraham Accords member countries of Israel, UAE, Bahrain, & Morocco. TUNE IN NOW to hear more about our historic trip ⬇️ Senator Jacky Rosen... | twitter.com”

Risch (R-ID) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “I applaud #Israel's integration into @CENTCOM's Exercise Juniper Oak. This exercise, and others tailored against #Iran, is necessary to restore deterrence against the regime and underscores our joint response to aggression in the region.”

Rosen (D-NV) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “Wonderful to meet with Israeli organizations and government officials to discuss how the Abraham Accords can advance regional water and energy security. The Middle East faces dire water scarcity, and this critical work can transform lives. Link to image”

Rosen (D-NV) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “Wonderful to have the opportunity to thank Israeli President @Isaac_Herzog in-person for his leadership on the Abraham Accords. We also discussed how the United States and Israel can collaborate to combat rising antisemitism around the world. Link to image”

Rosen (D-NV) 01/24/2023: Tweet – “Last week, @SenatorLankford & I led a bipartisan delegation to the Abraham Accords member countries of Israel, UAE, Bahrain, & Morocco. TUNE IN NOW to hear more about our historic trip ⬇️ Senator Jacky Rosen... | twitter.com”

Sullivan (R-AK) 01/24/2023: Tweet – “LIVE: @SenJackyRosen, @SenatorLankford, @SenGillibrand, @SenatorBennet, @SenMarkKelly, @SenTedBuddNC and I are hosting a press conference on our recent visit to Abraham Accords countries. Watch live (11:30am ET/ 7:30am AKT) 👇 Link to quoted tweetLast week, @SenatorLankford & I led a bipartisan delegation to the Abraham Accords member countries of Israel, UAE, Bahrain, & Morocco. TUNE IN NOW to hear more about our historic trip ⬇️ (Senator Jacky Rosen... | twitter.com)”

Lebanon

Rubio (R-FL) 01/24/2023: Twitter thread – “Important designation against corrupt individuals & entities linked to Hizballah. Sen. Rubio coauthored the Hizballah Int'l Financing Prevention Act, which was signed into law & expands the scope of economic sanctions against banks & gov'ts that fund Hizballah terrorists in 🇱🇧. Treasury Sanctions Key Hizballah Money Exchanger... | home.treasury.gov”

Iran

Garcia (D-CA-42) 01/23/2023: In reply to TweetI support the freedom protesters in #Iran 100%. I will do everything in my power to help end the reign of terror plaguing their lives. #Freedom – “@Santos4Congress George what happened to the surprise you promised today? Folks were waiting in the hallway to check it out.”

Kelly (D-AZ) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “Last week, my colleagues and I met with leaders in Bahrain and visited U.S. Naval Forces Central Command. Bahrain remains a critical partner in hosting our troops and countering shared threats like Iran. I'm looking forward to strengthening our relationship in years to come. Link to image”

Menendez (D-NJ) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “The Iranian people have made clear to the world that those most responsible for their suffering are the regime in Tehran, the IRGC, & its Basiji thugs. Link to quoted tweet“Basijis, Revolutionary Guards, you are our Daesh (ISIS)!” Protests chants at a memorial for Hamed Salahshour, who was killed by Islamic Republic forces in Izeh, Khuzestan province, on Dec. 1. #MahsaAmini #IranRevolution #Iran #مهسا_امینی #حامد_سلحشور (Link to twitter.com)”

Risch (R-ID) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “As I've previously underscored, it's crucial #Iran once again feels the full weight of int'l economic pressure. The next step the Biden Admin should take is closing sanctions loopholes for #CCP purchases of Iranian oil. Read more in my recent op-ed: Risch in Asharq Al-Awsat: Strategic Political Challenges Facing the US in 2023 | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations   Link to quoted tweetIran's oil exports are suddenly surging — and most of it appears to be finding its way to China (Iran's Oil Gushes Into Global Market as China Imports Surge... | trib.al)”

Roy (R-TX-21) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “Good. #StandUpForAmerica Link to quoted tweetProud to file SB 552 today to protect Texas agricultural land from hostile foreign nations. Due to their hostile acts and nefarious intentions against our society, China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia must be banned from all aspects of Texas' critical infrastructure. #txlege (Link to twitter.com)”

Santos (R-NY-3) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “I support the freedom protesters in #Iran 100%. I will do everything in my power to help end the reign of terror plaguing their lives. #Freedom”

Stewart (R-UT-2) 01/24/2023: Tweet – “The work being done on @HouseIntel has never been more important as our adversaries in Moscow, Tehran, and Beijing try to expand their power and spheres of influence. I'm grateful to continue my service on this committee to help ensure America's national security. Link to quoted tweetUnder Dem control, House committees were used to target political opponents and reward allies at the expense of addressing the country's concerns. That ends now. These Republican members will work to shift power back to the American people through their respective committees. (Link to twitter.com)”

Saudi Arabia

Connolly (D-VA-11) 01/24/2023: Tweet – “This is disgusting and totally divorced from reality. Jamal Khashoggi, my constituent, was a journalist and a dissident. His only crime was wanting the best for his home country and its people. He had the kind of courage people like Mike Pompeo can only dream of. Link to quoted tweetMike Pompeo criticizes journalist Jamal Khashoggi as an 'activist' who received too much media sympathy (Mike Pompeo criticizes journalist Jamal Khashoggi as an 'activist' who received too much media sympathy... | nbcnews.to)”

Lieu (D-CA-36) 01/23/2023: Twitter thread – “Your regular reminder that the two most fervent, impassioned and ardent defenders of the GOP Member of Congress purportedly known as George Santos are: Republican @EliseStefanik Republican @SpeakerMcCarthy. Link to quoted tweet"Multiple Republican operatives in Washington and New York told CNN that they found it implausible that Stefanik had not been aware of Santos' falsehoods" (Why George Santos could cause trouble for this powerful Republican | CNN Politics)   Link to reply@tedlieu @EliseStefanik @SpeakerMcCarthy Y'all are obsessed with one dude. Can you do something productive for the American people? @1A2A2023 @EliseStefanik @SpeakerMcCarthy Getting the Republican Member of Congress known as George Santos expelled would be productive for the American people. Link to reply@tedlieu @EliseStefanik @SpeakerMcCarthy Your regular reminder that WArpiglieu advocates for printing fiat currency and approving arms sales to be used in a proxy war and on the Yemenis and Somalians. @JasonCromer27 @EliseStefanik @SpeakerMcCarthy False. I've been one of the strongest advocates for cutting off support for the Saudi led military coalition that has committed numerous war crimes in Yemen. Link to reply@tedlieu @EliseStefanik @SpeakerMcCarthy your reminders of those who support Ukraine over America democrat Ted Lieu @numbersguy2020 @EliseStefanik @SpeakerMcCarthy America supports Ukraine, not Russia.”

Iraq

Slotkin (D-MI-7) 01/24/2023: Twitter thread – “Madeline is right. With yet more terrible news of mass shootings, thoughts and prayers are not enough. We must address gun violence head on. I grew up with guns and carried a weapon on my three tours in Iraq alongside the military… (1/2) Oxford shooting survivors demand action on gun legislation in next 100 days... | detroitnews.com …which is why I reject the false notion that you either care about the 2nd Amendment or you care about kids' safety. With the new majorities in Lansing, we now have the ability to pass common-sense legislation that will finally make a difference. Let's get it done. (2/2)”

Soto (D-FL-9) 01/23/2023: Retweet of @RubenGallego – “Growing up poor, all I had was the American dream. It kept me going: as a kid sleeping on the floor, a student scrubbing toilets, a Marine losing brothers in Iraq. Today, too many Arizonans see their dream slipping away. I'm running for the U.S. Senate to win it back for you! Link to video”

Swalwell (D-CA-14) 01/23/2023: Retweet of @RubenGallego – “Growing up poor, all I had was the American dream. It kept me going: as a kid sleeping on the floor, a student scrubbing toilets, a Marine losing brothers in Iraq. Today, too many Arizonans see their dream slipping away. I'm running for the U.S. Senate to win it back for you! Link to video”

Torres (D-CA-35) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “We believe in you Ruben! Link to quoted tweetGrowing up poor, all I had was the American dream. It kept me going: as a kid sleeping on the floor, a student scrubbing toilets, a Marine losing brothers in Iraq. Today, too many Arizonans see their dream slipping away. I'm running for the U.S. Senate to win it back for you! (Link to twitter.com)”

United Arab Emirates

Kelly (D-AZ) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “Appreciated the opportunity to meet Arizona servicemembers in Bahrain and the UAE and thank them for their service. Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Sherman (D-CA-32) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “No one should get a free pass for engaging in #antisemitism - including at the U.N. Today, I led my colleagues in calling on the U.N. to remove Special Rapporteur Albanese from her post following her refusal to take accountability for her antisemitic comments. Link to image”

Sykes (D-OH-13) 01/24/2023: Twitter thread – “I was honored to spend yesterday afternoon talking with @jewishcleveland about how we can work together to address our shared priorities, including ending hunger, fighting poverty, promoting literacy, and strengthening our infrastructure and public transportation. Link to image We also talked about the rise of anti-semitism across the nation. All Americans, no matter their faith, deserve to feel safe. Anti-semitism has no place in our country and Members of Congress have a responsibility to speak out and condemn hatred in every form. I'm proud to do so. Link to image”

Torres (D-NY-15) 01/24/2023: Retweet of @RitchieTorres – “Kevin McCarthy is likely to appoint Marjorie Taylor Greene to a new Oversight select subcommittee to "investigate" COVID, according to the NYT. MTG compared mask rules to the Holocaust and has been fined for refusing to follow Covid guidelines in Congress. Insane and dangerous.”

Afghanistan

Bacon (R-NE-2) 01/23/2023: Retweet of @alexplitsas – “People have asked why come forward now with the stories of what transpired two years ago in Afghanistan. Out of sight, out of mind. There are over a hundred thousand Afghan allies and family members left behind. We need action from @POTUS to expand capacity and movement. Link to quoted tweet”

Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 01/23/2023: Twitter thread – “1/2 Working with all the federal agencies involved and a top-notch legal team for Abdul Wasi Safi, I will be announcing that major progress is expected in the next few days regarding the status of Mr. Safi. It has been a long journey and he has suffered a lot and is in need of 2/2 medical care. It is clear that in his capacity as a member of the Afghan military, he helped American soldiers. We're now looking forward to helping him as we seek to free him and as he seeks asylum in the United States of America.”

Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 01/24/2023: Tweet – “Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Major Progress Relating to the Status of the Afghan Soldier Abdul Wasi Safi! Link to image”

Johnson (R-OH-6) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “REMINDER: @POTUS has been in office for 2 years — let's recap what has happened since… ❌Inflation skyrocketed ❌We lost American lives in Afghanistan  ❌Parents were called “domestic terrorists” ❌Illegal migrant encounters broke records  ❌Baby formula shortages nationwide”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “"[McCaul has] already initiated a committee investigation into Biden's withdrawal from Afghanistan... And he's expected to hold hearings on the threat posed to the U.S. by China." Read more about my priorities as the first Texan to chair @HouseForeignGOP: Michael McCaul Talks Aid to Ukraine and the Withdrawal From Afghanistan... | texasmonthly.com   Link to image”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 01/23/2023: Tweet – “CHM @RepMcCaul: "I will not tolerate the Biden admin's blatant obstruction of numerous congressional requests relating to the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal. Democrats have utterly failed to hold this admin accountable when our veterans and gold star wives deserve answers." Link to quoted tweet'Blatant Obstruction:' Biden admin refusing to provide Congress with documents related to bungled Afghanistan withdraw -- @RepMcCaul tells me he's prepared to compel their release, expose how botched operation brought the Taliban to power ('Blatant Obstruction': GOP Lawmaker Puts Pressure on Biden for Withholding Docs Related to Afghanistan Withdrawal... | freebeacon.com)”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 01/24/2023: Tweet – “Thrilled to serve on the House Armed Services, Foreign Affairs & Intel Committees to deter China, investigate the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal, & ensure the Intel community is focused on the unprecedented threats facing this great nation. Ready to get to work! Link to quoted tweetRep. Waltz will serve on the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), House Foreign Relations Committee (HFAC), and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) during the 118th Congress. Read more 👇 (Rep. Waltz Announces Committee Assignments for 118th Congress... | waltz.house.gov) (Link to twitter.com)”