Members on the Record (Automated) for Wed February 01, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Boebert (R-CO-3) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “During COVID, the American taxpayer was reportedly defrauded of more money than the entire 2022 tax revenue of England, Italy, Mexico, Ireland, Greece, Israel, Canada, Poland, and Brazil… COMBINED!”

Collins (R-GA-10) 01/31/2023: Retweet of @MaxMillerOH – “Rep. Ilhan Omar has spread hateful anti-Semitic tropes & peddled anti-Israel rhetoric. Even her Democrat colleagues have said her comments do not belong on the Foreign Affairs Committee! That's why today I introduced a resolution to REMOVE Rep. Omar from House Foreign Affairs!”

Grassley (R-IA) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “The Pro Israel community lost a big champion w the passing of Bob Asher Its a personal loss to me bc he's been so helpful to me in many re-elections & he was a gr8 friend God bless his family”

Jacobs (D-CA-51) 01/31/2023: Retweet of @jstreetdotorg – “@SaraJacobsCA @AbortionFunds Happy (early) birthday, @SaraJacobsCA!”

Langworthy (R-NY-23) 01/31/2023: Retweet of @MaxMillerOH – “Rep. Ilhan Omar has spread hateful anti-Semitic tropes & peddled anti-Israel rhetoric. Even her Democrat colleagues have said her comments do not belong on the Foreign Affairs Committee! That's why today I introduced a resolution to REMOVE Rep. Omar from House Foreign Affairs!”

Miller (R-OH-7) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “Rep. Ilhan Omar has spread hateful anti-Semitic tropes & peddled anti-Israel rhetoric. Even her Democrat colleagues have said her comments do not belong on the Foreign Affairs Committee! That's why today I introduced a resolution to REMOVE Rep. Omar from House Foreign Affairs!”

Miller (R-OH-7) 01/31/2023: Twitter thread – “I've just introduced a resolution to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Because of her anti-Semitic and anti-Israel rhetoric, she has disqualified herself from service. (1/2) Link to image My full statement: (2/2) Congressman Max Miller Introduces Resolution to Remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from House Foreign Affairs Committee | Representative Maxmiller”

Omar (D-MN-5) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “There is nothing objectively true in this resolution. It's all perceived and filled with pretext. Also, if not being objective is a reason to not serve on committees, no one would be on committees. We vote our districts. This censorship really underscores their true intentions. Link to quoted tweetNotable that this resolution comes from freshman Ohio @RepMaxMiller, one of just two Jewish House Republicans. "Congresswoman Omar clearly cannot be an objective decision-maker on the Foreign Affairs Committee given her biases against Israel and against the Jewish people.” (Link to twitter.com) (Link to twitter.com)”

Panetta (D-CA-19) 01/31/2023: Twitter thread – “I commend @SecBlinken for his visit to Israel and his call for a deescalation of violence. The attacks that killed numerous people over the past week, including at a synagogue on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, are awful and disturbing. As we continue to ensure the security of Israel, we also must continue our commitment to a lasting and secure peace in the region.”

Phillips (D-MN-3) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “I'm Jewish. I love Israel. She and I disagree regularly, and she apologized when she caused offense. This is a repulsive, false-equivalency, weaponization of antisemitism, both irresponsible and far more dangerous. Link to quoted tweetI've just introduced a resolution to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Because of her anti-Semitic and anti-Israel rhetoric, she has disqualified herself from service. (1/2) (Link to twitter.com)”

Scott (R-FL) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Democrats are jeopardizing a long-standing partnership between the U.S. and our great ally, Israel. This is dangerous and a result of Biden and Dems failures to support our friends and Allies. The Once "Unbreakable" U.S.-Israel Bond Is Under Strain... | time.com”

Smith (D-WA-9) 01/31/2023: Twitter thread – “The terrorist attack at a synagogue in Jerusalem this weekend was horrific and abhorrent. The dangerous rise in antisemitism and attacks on people trying to worship and practice their religion is unacceptable and must be condemned. .@SecBlinken's trip to the region comes at a critical time. Promoting dialogue and cooperation, including security cooperation between the Palestinian Authority (PA) and Israel, is critical to restoring calm in the region and advancing long term security. Link to quoted tweetGood seeing President of Israel @Isaac_Herzog today in Jerusalem. We discussed the strong U.S.-Israel relationship & our commitment to Israeli democracy & security. We also spoke about Iran, the situation in the West Bank & Negev Forum Working Group meetings in UAE. (Link to twitter.com) It's crucial for the U.S. and regional leaders to continue to look for ways to de-escalate and prevent more violence. Today the House Armed Services Committee met with @KingAbdullahII who briefed us on the constructive role that Jordan is playing in trying to find a long-term peaceful solution between Israel and the Palestinians. Palestinian leaders must take greater steps to prevent acts of terror and incitement of violence by militant groups, and the PA must immediately restore security cooperation with Israel. Additionally, Israel should not take actions like settlement expansion that jeopardize both the viability of a Palestinian state and the ultimate and necessary goal of a two state solution. @SecBlinken's visit comes at a time when U.S. leadership is needed.”

Steube (R-FL-17) 01/31/2023: Twitter thread – “America must exude strength on the international stage and that means protecting our own national security while taking steps to counter global threats and hold our adversaries accountable. I'm introducing eight bills that will minimize threats to our national security, counter the Chinese Communist Party, target and sanction terrorists, and address bias against our ally, Israel. Read more: Rep. Greg Steube Reintroduces Legislation to Protect America's National Security and Counter Global Threats... | steube.house.gov China is walking all over us. I'm introducing legislation to: -Make China pay America for costing us TRILLIONS for COVID -Stop giving visas to CCP-paid individuals -Stop taxpayer $$ from going to universities who hire CCP-funded instructors -Keep CCP-controlled Huawei in check We must minimize our national security threats by targeting & sanctioning terrorists. My legislation will: -Keep taxpayer $$ out of the hands of terrorists -Cut into the Taliban's wealth -Sanction the terrorists responsible for IED attacks on American troops in Iraq Our ally, Israel, is unfairly targeted on the world stage at the UN Human Rights Council. My legislation will: -reform the UN Human Rights Council -prevent Israel from being unfairly targeted -stop U.S. taxpayer $$ from funding COI's relating to Israel”

Iran

Baird (R-IN-4) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Our border crisis is a national security crisis Link to quoted tweetEXCLUSIVE: An Iranian illegal immigrant arrested by @TxDPS in a human smuggling bust near Del Rio, TX last week was later flagged as a match on the FBI's terror watchlist, law enforcement sources tell me. He was being smuggled in the trunk of a car w/ 4 other men. @FoxNews (Link to twitter.com)”

Banks (R-IN-3) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Border security is national security! Link to quoted tweetEXCLUSIVE: An Iranian illegal immigrant arrested by @TxDPS in a human smuggling bust near Del Rio, TX last week was later flagged as a match on the FBI's terror watchlist, law enforcement sources tell me. He was being smuggled in the trunk of a car w/ 4 other men. @FoxNews (Link to twitter.com)”

Bishop (R-NC-8) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Another individual on the terror watch list caught near the border. In December alone, border patrol stopped 17 of these individuals. How many suspected terrorists are entering our country and evading capture? Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Brecheen (R-OK-2) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “While Joe Biden pretends that we don't have a border crisis, an Iranian illegal immigrant on the FBI's terror watch list was recently caught being smuggled across the border. Enough is enough. Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Cotton (R-AR) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Texas authorities caught an Iranian national on the terror watchlist trying to cross the border. But how many terrorists have entered the country without being caught? The Biden administration must take responsibility and secure our border. Link to video”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 02/01/2023: Twitter thread – “An Iranian national apprehended at the southern border appears to be a match for a person listed on the @FBI's terror watch list. The 29-year old Iranian was arrested by Texas Department of Public Safety personnel last week as part of a traffic stop involving a human smuggler. Link to image Because of @DHSgov underfunding @CBP, local LEO agencies like Texas DPS are forced to engage in critical border security work. We MUST fully fund, and fully support America's border patrol professionals in order to safeguard our Nation. Article ⤵️ Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 02/01/2023: Twitter thread – “An Iranian national apprehended at the southern border appears to be a match for a person listed on the @FBI's terror watch list. The 29-year old Iranian was arrested by Texas Department of Public Safety personnel last week as part of a traffic stop involving a human smuggler. Link to image Because of @DHSgov underfunding @CBP, local LEO agencies like Texas DPS are forced to engage in critical border security work. We MUST fully fund, and fully support America's border patrol professionals in order to safeguard our Nation. Article ⤵️ Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Donalds (R-FL-19) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “This is outrageous! @POTUS must secure the border! Link to quoted tweetEXCLUSIVE: An Iranian illegal immigrant arrested by @TxDPS in a human smuggling bust near Del Rio, TX last week was later flagged as a match on the FBI's terror watchlist, law enforcement sources tell me. He was being smuggled in the trunk of a car w/ 4 other men. @FoxNews (Link to twitter.com)”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Iran is the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism. This is not the first time individuals with connections to terrorism have appeared at our southern border.  If this administration continues with the status quo, I can promise you it won't be the last. Link to quoted tweetNEW w/@BillFOXLA: Texas law enforcement arrested an Iranian illegal immigrant at the southern border whose name and date of birth subsequently turned out to be a match on the FBI's terror watch list, Fox News has learned. (Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com)”

Fischer (R-NE) 01/31/2023: Twitter thread – “Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Putin's continued nuclear-saber rattling have already cemented their status as a dangerous pariah on the world stage. Link to quoted tweetRussia has violated the New START treaty cutting long-range nuclear arms by refusing to allow on-site inspections and rebuffing Washington's requests to meet to discuss its compliance concerns, the U.S. said in a report on Tuesday (WSJ News Exclusive | U.S. Says Russia Has Violated Nuclear-Arms Treaty by Blocking Inspections) Now, Russia's violation of New START is yet another deliberate attempt to undermine global stability and intimidate the international community. This admin. needs to hold Russia accountable for its failure to abide by its own agreement. We must also begin immediately working with our allies to shore up our nuclear deterrence and assess how these violations fundamentally change our force posture abroad. We already live in an increasingly dangerous world, with China on track to triple its nuclear arsenal by 2035. Iran and North Korea continue to pursue nuclear weapons programs. Russia's irresponsible refusal to cooperate on nuclear arms control has serious implications for global security and must be treated as such.”

Frankel (D-FL-22) 01/31/2023: Retweet of @DemWomenCaucus – “Thank you to @NazaninBoniadi for meeting with us today to discuss the ongoing human rights abuses in Iran. If we want to see real change, fierce advocates like you are essential. Link to image”

Frankel (D-FL-22) 02/01/2023: Retweet of @NazaninBoniadi – “My appreciation to @RepLoisFrankel and the @DemWomenCaucus for meeting this morning to discuss the brave people of Iran who are risking everything to call for fundamental poltical change. Thanks for standing with the people of Iran and #WomanLifeFreedom. Link to image”

Good (R-VA-5) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “With over 1 million criminal got-aways in the last 2 years under Democrat open border policies, who have we let into our country and what kind of future harm will they unleash? Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Hawley (R-MO) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Now potential terrorists from IRAN are coming across the southern border. But by all means, keep writing blank checks to protect the borders of Ukraine Link to quoted tweet”

Hunt (R-TX-38) 02/01/2023: Retweet of @RepTroyNehls – “An Iranian terrorist being smuggled into Texas was caught near our Southern border. How many bad hombres made it through undetected?”

Kiley (R-CA-3) 01/31/2023: Retweet of @IACNorCal – “#Iran #FreeIran2023 Thank you @RepKiley for your strong message of support & your leadership. "It is so important that we, the U.S., do not do anything to embolden this regime in its capacity to threaten its own people & wreak havoc in the M.E. & around the world" @OrgIAC Link to video”

Lankford (R-OK) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “What's going on in Iran? Why should the US care? Answers to these questions and MORE on the Season 3 Premiere of #TheBreakdown Season 3, Episode 1: Iranian Uprising... | soundcloud.com”

Loudermilk (R-GA-11) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Thankful that TX DPS apprehended this terrorist before he could harm American citizens. But, this highlights the concern Americans should have, as more than 1.2 M migrants have crossed our border illegally, and avoided apprehension. Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Luttrell (R-TX-8) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “🚨Texas law enforcement arrested an Iranian illegal immigrant at the southern border who is on the FBI's terror watch list. There are extremely dangerous threats coming across Biden's open border every day. Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Luttrell (R-TX-8) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “➡️3 terror watch list arrests at the southern border in FY20 ➡️15 in FY21 ➡️98 in FY22 📈There were 17 people arrested in December ALONE who are on the list. The Biden Admin must start enforcing our laws and secure the border! Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “In 2021, Iran threatened to attack the USA on our soil. Now @TxDPS caught a suspected terrorist in Texas. How many others are here? @POTUS and open border Democrats are playing with fire. STOP making it easier for the USA to become a target! Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Every year on 9/11 we say “Never Forget” but a policy that has allowed 1.2 million gotaways to enter our country without ANY interaction with our government even after roughly 150 suspected terrorists were caught, shows that this administration has indeed forgotten. Link to quoted tweetIn 2021, Iran threatened to attack the USA on our soil. Now @TxDPS caught a suspected terrorist in Texas. How many others are here? @POTUS and open border Democrats are playing with fire. STOP making it easier for the USA to become a target! (Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com)”

Manning (D-NC-6) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “As Policy & Administration Chair of the Democratic Women's Caucus, I was pleased to welcome @NazaninBoniadi to the Capitol today to share her work to support the women and girls of Iran and discuss what we can do in Congress to stand with them. Link to image”

Menendez (D-NJ) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “The Iranian regime is tearing parents like #HassanFirouzi away from their children. Sending my deepest condolences to Hassan's family for how they have been treated by this cruel regime. Link to quoted tweet1/2 #HassanFirouzi, 34, was arrested on Nov 26th & has been sentenced to death for protesting. Devastating news has emerged that he has fallen into coma after being subjected to severe torture. His only wish was to see his daughter one last time. #IRGCterroists #mahsaami̇ni̇ (Link to twitter.com)”

Miller (R-IL-15) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Joe Biden's open border policies are allowing Iranian terrorists to cross into our country, putting American lives at risk. Thank God Texas DPS caught this man, but 1.2 MILLION got-aways have entered under Biden! We must IMPEACH BIDEN & MAYORKAS for purposely erasing our borders! Link to quoted tweet”

Mills (R-FL-7) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border. These are those we apprehend, but how many do we miss and are already here? SECURE OUR BORDERS Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Nehls (R-TX-22) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “An Iranian terrorist being smuggled into Texas was caught near our Southern border. How many bad hombres made it through undetected?”

Perry (R-PA-10) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “President Biden's policy of appeasement has — once again — imperiled America and her allies. Iran's ability to now extend its naval presence in our hemisphere only emboldens our enemies and destabilizes the region. He needs to stop being soft on the Iranian regime! #Iran”

Rogers (R-AL-3) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Terrorists are taking advantage of the wide-open southern border, and what concerns me are the ones we're not catching. Finish building President Trump's wall…now! Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Rubio (R-FL) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Our southern border has never been more unsafe and unsecure than it is right now. Border security is national security, first and foremost. Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Shaheen (D-NH) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “As brave Iranians – especially women protesters – continue to face persecution for demanding gov't accountability & respect for fundamental human rights, I'm proud to join this bipartisan call to support their protests. The global community cannot take its eyes off Iran. Link to image”

Tenney (R-NY-24) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “I'm honored to join @RepJimBanks in reintroducing the #MAHSAAct. We must impose the strictest sanctions possible on the leaders of the murderous Iranian regime, which is the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism.”

Tenney (R-NY-24) 02/01/2023: Twitter thread – “Joe Biden should be impeached for his failure to secure the border. Just how bad have things gotten? 1.2 million migrants have evaded law enforcement since Joe Biden became president. We don't know who they are or where they are, but they are here.🧵 29-year-old Alireza Heidari was just arrested by Texas DPS at our Southern border last week. He's reportedly an Iranian national on the terror watchlist. There were 98 terror watch lists arrests in Fiscal Year 22, a massive spike from previous years - in FY19, there were 0. I commend Texas DPS and US Border Patrol for their heroic efforts to apprehend these terrorists. But law enforcement is simply overwhelmed. The Biden admin's failure to fully enforce the law or secure the border is encouraging a migrant influx that is simply too great to contain. Since October of last year, there have already been 300,000 illegal immigrants who have evaded law enforcement. Again, these individuals are in our country - we do not know who they are or where they are. In FY22, there were an estimated 600,000 known gotaways total. And let's be clear, the government is probably UNDERESTIMATING the number of gotaways, meaning it could be even higher...much higher. All told, under Joe Biden, there have been AT LEAST 1.2 million gotaways. This is greater than the population of at least nine states. Despite the fact that nearly 3 out of every 10 migrants attempting to enter our country in FY22 evaded law enforcement, President Biden and Democrats in Congress have FAILED to meaningfully boost spending for border enforcement. Instead, President Biden has fought to end Title 42, a policy that enables us to expedite the removal of illegal immigrants. Reports suggest that ending Title 42 would increase the surge at the border, yet it continues to be a priority for Joe Biden. Joe Biden has been derelict in his duty to respond to this national security crisis. Let's be very clear: he is president. It is because of his inaction that 1.2 million migrants have evaded law enforcement, entering our country illegally without a trace. In summary: - Joe Biden has overseen the worst migrant crisis in our nation's modern history. - Under his watch, 1.2 million migrants have evaded law enforcement. - Instead of addressing the crisis, he supports policies that would make it even worse. It's time to impeach.”

Torres (D-NY-15) 01/31/2023: Retweet of @RitchieTorres – “Iran is the leading aggressor of the Middle East; the leading state sponsor of terrorism in the world; and a longstanding oppressor of its own people. The Iranian regime has been shaken to the core by a revolution led by powerful women. Link to video”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “A real honor to meet @NazaninBoniadi to discuss reform and protest efforts in #Iran and the vital role women play in human rights movements. I stand in strong solidarity with the brave Iranian women and hope the regime recognizes their rights. Link to image”

Young (R-IN) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “The security of our southern border is a national security issue. Iranian illegal immigrant on terror watch list caught near southern border: sources... | foxnews.com”

Jordan

Alford (R-MO-4) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “We had a productive House Armed Services round table discussion today with King Abdullah II and Crown Prince Al Hussein of Jordan. Link to image”

DeLauro (D-CT-3) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “The partnership between the U.S. and Jordan is as strong as it has ever been. My Appropriations Committee colleagues and I are deeply appreciative of @KingAbdullahII and welcome his leadership on the economic and political challenges facing Jordan and her neighbors. Link to image”

Diaz-Balart (R-FL-26) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “I had the honor of meeting with a delegation from Jordan, including His Majesty King Abdullah II, to discuss issues of mutual concern such as strengthening US-Jordan relations, Middle East peace, and security. Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 01/31/2023: Twitter thread – “As Speaker, it's an honor to host my first foreign leader visit—the King of Jordan—at the Capitol. Link to video Thank you,@KingAbdullahII for your friendship and tireless efforts to bring about peace in the Middle East Link to image”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “RM @RepGregoryMeeks: Good to see @KingAbdullahII today in a bipartisan leadership meeting. The US-Jordanian bilateral relationship is strong and important for promoting peace and prosperity across the Middle East. Link to image”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 01/31/2023: Twitter thread – “As Republican Conference Chair & senior Member of the Armed Services and Intelligence Committees, it was an honor to welcome the King, Queen, and Crown Prince of Jordan to our nation's Capitol. Thank you @KingAbdullahII and @QueenRania for your partnership and tireless work to bring peace in the Middle East. Link to image”

Iraq

Castro (D-TX-20) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “Today, I recommended Rosie & Le Roy Torres of @BurnPit360 for the Medal of Freedom for their work to pass the PACT Act and expand protections for millions of veterans. Rosie and Le Roy are heroes. I urge @POTUS to award them our highest civilian honor. Iraq veteran and his wife — creators of Burn Pits 360 — nominated for Medal of Freedom... | expressnews.com”

Turkey

Moore (R-AL-2) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “Turkish officials put a 500K bounty on @EnesFreedom in response to his fight against global authoritarianism. Proud to stand with him and my @RepublicanStudy colleagues to ask for sanctions in response to these human rights abuses! EXCLUSIVE: GOP calls for sanctions on Turkey over NBA star's bounty... | dailymail.co.uk”

Qatar

Bergman (R-MI-1) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “Spot on, @LeeMZeldin! Link to quoted tweetForeign governments like Qatar are finding creative ways to purchase new influence in U.S. foreign policy. The Think Tank Transparency Act will help expose this activity. Let's Bring Greater Transparency to Foreign Influence on Policy Making! (Let's Bring Greater Transparency to Foreign Influence on Policy Making... | newsweek.com)”

Bergman (R-MI-1) 02/01/2023: Retweet of @LeeMZeldin – “Foreign governments like Qatar are finding creative ways to purchase new influence in U.S. foreign policy. The Think Tank Transparency Act will help expose this activity. Let's Bring Greater Transparency to Foreign Influence on Policy Making! Let's Bring Greater Transparency to Foreign Influence on Policy Making... | newsweek.com”

Sudan

Risch (R-ID) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “It's great to see the Vatican finally return to Africa. As #DRCongo & #SouthSudan both have experienced terrible humanitarian crises, conflict, and abuses, @Pontifex's trip highlights the need for regional leaders to work urgently for peace and the greater good. #PopeInAfrica Link to quoted tweetWelcome, Pope Francis! The Congolese people line the streets to greet the Pope on the first day of his Apostolic Journey to #DRCongo and #SouthSudan. #PopeInAfrica (Link to twitter.com)”

Pakistan

Fletcher (D-TX-7) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “My thoughts are with the worshippers, their families, and the community in Peshawar, Pakistan—and their friends and families in #TX07—following the devastating terrorist attack at a mosque there. Pakistan mosque blast death toll rises to 88 as militants reverse claim of responsibility | CNN”

Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 02/01/2023: Twitter thread – “As the founder and Chair of the Pakistan Caucus in the United States Congress, I condemn the horrific terrorist attacks against innocent persons worshiping in a mosque comprised of members of the law enforcement community. I denounce the alleged perpetrators, the Taliban, for breaking the sanctity of religion. I am expressing my concern to the government officials in Pakistan for this tragedy and applaud them for their unity in condemning this horrible violence. I also offer my sympathy to the families of those who died; and my support for the families whose family members were injured. The United States supports a free and Democratic Pakistan away from the tyranny of violence shown in this terrible bombing of innocent persons.”

Mast (R-FL-21) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “This is the result of Biden's disaster in Afghanistan: American weapons are being used by Pakistani militants. U.S. arms left in Afghanistan are turning up in a different conflict... | nbcnews.com”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Kaptur (D-OH-9) 01/31/2023: Twitter thread – “Deeply concerned at this troubling & offensive situation. Any educational materials or propaganda being foisted on students sharing inaccurate Nazi points of view perpetuating anti-Semitic prejudice is abhorrent, immoral, & deeply unAmerican. Hate has no place in our community. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Nazi Homeschool Network Under Investigation by Ohio's Department of Education (Nazi Homeschool Network Under Investigation by Ohio's Department of Education... | trib.al) Very troubling that there are links to Telegram, a Russian messaging and social media app popular with far right hate groups. I will continue to work with local partners to denounce it openly, and will closely follow the investigation being conducted by @OHEducation. Such actions dishonor the hundreds of thousands of veterans of World War II, some in my own family, who shed blood to rid the earth of this hate and to end the systemic annihilation that characterized the Nazi regime.”

Torres (D-NY-15) 01/31/2023: Retweet of @RepRitchie – “I stood with @ADL to sound the alarm about Antisemitism in America. 85% of Americans believe in at least one antisemitic conspiracy theory; 20% (66 million) believe in one or more. We all have a moral duty to fight the dangerous and deadly lies that perpetuate Antisemitism. Link to image”

Afghanistan

Scott (R-FL) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “.@JoeBiden's failed leadership cost 13 U.S. service members their lives, left billions of dollars of U.S. military equipment for the Taliban and resulted in hundreds of American citizens stranded behind enemy lines. It's time for accountability. Sen. Rick Scott Leads Colleagues in Demanding Accountability for Biden's Botched Afghanistan Withdrawal, Reintroduces Bill Establishing a Bipartisan, Bicameral Joint Afghanistan Investigation Committee... | rickscott.senate.gov”

Tuberville (R-AL) 02/01/2023: Retweet of @AlabamaToday – “Tommy Tuberville wants answers about Afghanistan withdrawal Tommy Tuberville wants answers about Afghanistan withdrawal... | is.gd #ALPolitics Link to image”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “Biden has lied about the Afghanistan withdrawal, our Southern Border, inflation, and so much more. Americans are tired of it and want authentic, trustworthy, and straight-shooting leadership in Washington. Link to video”

Zinke (R-MT-1) 02/01/2023: Retweet of @NewsNation – “A new report alleges that Russia and the Taliban may be negotiating over weapons the U.S. left behind during the Afghanistan withdrawal. @LelandVittert speaks with Rep. @RyanZinke. Watch #OnBalance: Join Us... | newsnationnow.com   Link to video”

Other - Middle East

Bush (D-MO-1) 02/01/2023: Tweet – “.@SpeakerMcCarthy's efforts to remove Rep. @Ilhan from the Foreign Affairs Committee is part of the perverse backroom deals he made with the Freedom Caucus to secure his gavel. We won't stand for white supremacist efforts to use Islamophobia & racism to silence her.”

Lee (D-PA-12) 01/31/2023: Tweet – “Rather than using his speakership to help Americans struggling to afford gas and groceries, McCarthy is whipping votes for the removal of the only House Foreign Affairs Committee member who's lived in a refugee camp. Republicans' xenophobia, Islamophobia & racism hurts us all. Link to quoted tweetMcCarthy did nothing when Taylor Greene said Muslims don't belong in our government. He did nothing when Boebert said I was a terrorist. He did nothing when MTG wanted @RashidaTlaib & I kicked out of Congress unless we swore in on a Christian Bible. Spare me the GOP hypocrisy.”