Members on the Record (Automated) for Fri February 03, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “@SecBlinken's Middle East trip reaffirms U.S. commitment to lasting peace & security in the region. We must continue to support actions that create conditions for peace through the de-escalation of tensions and advancing freedom and prosperity for both Israelis and Palestinians. Link to quoted tweetConcluded another productive trip to Israel and the West Bank, where I met with Israeli and Palestinian counterparts and leaders from civil society. We will continue to support the parties and all efforts to deescalate tensions. (Link to twitter.com)”

Donalds (R-FL-19) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Isreal is our closest ally in the Middle East and a driver of peace and Democracy in one of the most unstable regions in the world. Someone with such disdain for Israel isn't fit to serve on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and I will vote accordingly. Link to quoted tweetOmar said Israel has “hypnotized the world.” (Link to twitter.com)”

Ernst (R-IA) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “As co-chair of the Senate #AbrahamAccords Caucus, I am pleased to see that #Sudan and #Israel have taken a major stride towards peace. Expansion of the Abraham Accords creates more stability and prosperity for the region. Israeli foreign minister heads delegation to discuss Sudan normalisation... | reuters.com”

Gimenez (R-FL-28) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Ilhan Omar has no place on the Foreign Affairs Committee. The Jewish community and our ally, the democratic Jewish State of Israel, deserve better. Link to video”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Read my statement here on House Resolution (H.Res.92) “Recognizing Israel as America's Legitimate and Democratic Ally and Condemning Antisemitism” H.Res.92: RELEASE: Resolution Introduced in House “Recognizing Israel as America's Legitimate and Democratic Ally and Condemning Antisemitism”... | gottheimer.house.gov   Link to image”

Hern (R-OK-1) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Ilhan Omar proudly makes anti-Semitic remarks. She should not sit on the committee that handles our relationship with Israel. Israel is a trusted ally; our nations have always been close. We must protect our relationship with our strongest ally in the Middle East.”

Huffman (D-CA-2) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Can't make this stuff up. Link to quoted tweetSantos: I rise to congratulate my colleagues on voting to remove representative Omar from the foreign affairs committee. The passage of H.R. 76 sends a strong message that we support Israel and the Jewish community.. (Link to twitter.com)”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Earlier today, I spoke on the House floor to condemn the anti-Semitic rhetoric of a member of that body. Antisemitism has no place in our society, and certainly not in either Congress or the classroom. House GOP demands probe into ‘antisemitic' New York exam question's 'revision' of history on Israel... | foxnews.com”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Today I spoke on the House floor and made it clear that anti-Semitism must have no place in our society. There must be an immediate investigation into this attack on New York's Jewish community and the individuals responsible must be held accountable. House GOP demands probe into ‘antisemitic' New York exam question's 'revision' of history on Israel... | foxnews.com”

Lesko (R-AZ-8) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “(1/2) Today, I voted to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the House Foreign Affairs Committee. She has repeatedly made anti-Semitic remarks, and her position on this committee undermines our longstanding relationship with Israel. (2/2) I will continue to stand against anti-Semitism and defend our relationship with our most important ally in the Middle East.”

Malliotakis (R-NY-11) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Here's why @Ilhan was removed. As I said here in 2021, she: ➡️Spewed anti-Semitic rhetoric ➡️Likened USA to Hamas & Taliban ➡️Blamed USA for Venezuela's turmoil instead of its oppressive, socialist government ➡️Belittled our worst terrorist attack as “some people did something” Link to video”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Ilhan Omar's past statements make it clear she is unfit to represent the U.S. on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. - She repeatedly used anti-semitic tropes - She described 9/11 by saying "some people did something" - She compared America and Israel to Hamas and the Taliban Link to video”

Miller (R-OH-7) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “The facts are clear: Rep. Omar has espoused anti-Semitic & anti-Israel rhetoric time & again and has disqualified herself from serving on House Foreign Affairs. Link to video”

Miller-Meeks (R-IA-1) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “I believe Ilhan Omar's statements regarding Israel to be antisemitic, which is why I voted in favor of H. Res 76. Antisemitism has no place in our country, and presents a clear conflict of interest with the duties of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.”

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @JohnYarmuth – “I served with Ilhan Omar and spoke to her about her attitude about Jews and Israel. As a Jew, I'm convinced she is not anti-Semitic.”

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “👋🏽 My critique of our foreign policy, Israeli's policy towards Palestinians or that of any foreign nation will not change. As a person who suffered the horrors of war and persecution, my advocacy will always be for those that suffer because of the actions of governments.”

Pfluger (R-TX-11) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Today I voted to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee because of her antisemitic remarks, comparison of the U.S. and Israel to terrorist groups, and more. Antisemitic and anti-American rhetoric have no place on the Foreign Affairs Committee.”

Pocan (D-WI-2) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Utter bullshit. His caucus is afraid of a strong woman of color and the Muslim faith. She apologized for remarks. And more Republicans have said worse. Pathetic day in the house, signaling just how weak McCarthy is. People who will say or do anything for power are dangerous. Link to quoted tweetIlhan Omar's past statements make it clear she is unfit to represent the U.S. on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. - She repeatedly used anti-semitic tropes - She described 9/11 by saying "some people did something" - She compared America and Israel to Hamas and the Taliban (Link to twitter.com)”

Santos (R-NY-3) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @SpeakerMcCarthy – “Ilhan Omar's past statements make it clear she is unfit to represent the U.S. on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. - She repeatedly used anti-semitic tropes - She described 9/11 by saying "some people did something" - She compared America and Israel to Hamas and the Taliban Link to video”

Santos (R-NY-3) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Regrettably @RitchieTorres who calls himself pro Israel voted to keep an antisemite in the foreign affairs committee… so much for “supporting” Israel & the Jewish community, I guess it's all lip service when you come to #NY03 & fundraise from my Jewish constituents.”

Santos (R-NY-3) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @SpeakerMcCarthy – “Ilhan Omar's past statements make it clear she is unfit to represent the U.S. on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. - She repeatedly used anti-semitic tropes - She described 9/11 by saying "some people did something" - She compared America and Israel to Hamas and the Taliban Link to video”

Schneider (D-IL-10) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Proud to once again recognize Israel as America's legitimate democratic ally and condemn Antisemitism, this time with my colleagues @RepJoshG, @KathyManningNC, @Ilhan and 27 others. Link to quoted tweetA resolution just dropped by @RepSchneider “recognizing Israel as America's legitimate and democratic ally and condemning antisemitism" has as a cosponsor @IlhanMN”

Strong (R-AL-5) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “I believe Rep. Omar's history of anti-Semitism disqualifies her from serving on the House Foreign Affairs Committee - which is largely accepted as the voice of Congress on the international stage. In support of our national defense and our ally Israel, I voted for her removal.”

Torres (D-NY-15) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Unlike the fictional George Zabrovsky, who invented his Jew-ish identity and his ancestral ties to the Holocaust, I have a REAL-LIFE record of combating Antisemitism and defending the American-Israeli relationship. Link to quoted tweetRegrettably @RitchieTorres who calls himself pro Israel voted to keep an antisemite in the foreign affairs committee… so much for “supporting” Israel & the Jewish community, I guess it's all lip service when you come to #NY03 & fundraise from my Jewish constituents.”

Torres (D-NY-15) 02/02/2023: In reply to TweetRegrettably @RitchieTorres who calls himself pro Israel voted to keep an antisemite in the foreign affairs committee… so much for “supporting” Israel & the Jewish community, I guess it's all lip service when you come to #NY03 & fundraise from my Jewish constituents. – “@Santos4Congress You do realize that mentioning your Jewish constituents in terms of fundraising perpetuates the same antisemitic trope that you have attributed to Ilhan Omar? And since you mentioned your Jewish constituents, maybe you should listen to them? 👇 Poll: 94% of Jews in George Santos' district want him to resign... | forward.com”

Yakym (R-IN-2) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Ilhan Omar has a long history of making antisemitic remarks and attacking Israel. That's why today I voted to remove her from the House Foreign Affairs Committee. I will always stand up for our relationship with Israel, America's closest ally in the Middle East. 🇺🇸🇮🇱”

Syria

Risch (R-ID) 02/03/2023: Tweet – “The administration has ignored #Syria's deterioration into a narco state for too long. #Assad's drugs destabilize the Middle East & provide resources for continued atrocities. I look forward to the admin's strategy that I mandated in the defense bill. Is the Syrian Regime the World's Biggest Drug Dealer?... | vice.com”

Iran

Balint (D-VT-0) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @DemWomenCaucus – “We stand with the brave women of Iran who've galvanized Iranian society to demonstrate for freedom, women like #KatayounRiahi who the regime is looking to punish harshly for being the 1st actress to publicly remove her mandatory hijab in support of #WomanLifeFreedom”

Bonamici (D-OR-1) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “For 4+ months, brave Iranian women have risked everything to demand their basic rights. Their courage has been inspiring. We stand with those who have spoken out in support of #WomanLifeFreedom, including #FatemehSepehri, #NiloufarHamedi, & #KatayounRiahi.”

Brownley (D-CA-26) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “Sham trials, forced confessions, and heinous executions are some of the many ways Iran's regime is silencing women and girls. I am proud to stand with the brave women of Iran in their fight against the regime's oppression, and I condemn the human rights violations being committed against peaceful protesters. Women like #KatayounRiahi, who removed her compulsory hijab in solidarity with #MahsaAmini, deserve the right to choose if and how they demonstrate their faith. This is a right that is being taken away from women around the world. We must demand fundamental change, and recognizing and supporting the courage of Iranian women is essential to achieving that change. #WomanLifeFreedom”

Cruz (R-TX) 02/03/2023: Retweet of @Kredo0 – “SCOOP: Republicans Go After Biden Sanction Waivers That Allow Iran and Russia To Build Nuclear Infrastructure — ⁦@SenTedCruz⁩ bill would stop Biden from legalizing Iran-Russia billion dollar nuke work Republicans Go After Biden Sanction Waivers That Allow Iran and Russia To Build Nuclear Infrastructure... | freebeacon.com”

Cruz (R-TX) 02/03/2023: Retweet of @Kredo0 – “SCOOP: Republicans Go After Biden Sanction Waivers That Allow Iran and Russia To Build Nuclear Infrastructure — ⁦@SenTedCruz⁩ bill would stop Biden from legalizing Iran-Russia billion dollar nuke work Republicans Go After Biden Sanction Waivers That Allow Iran and Russia To Build Nuclear Infrastructure... | freebeacon.com”

DeLauro (D-CT-3) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “We stand with the brave women of Iran who've galvanized Iranian society to demonstrate for freedom. I stand with women like #KatayounRiahi who the regime is looking to punish harshly for being the 1st actress to publicly remove her mandatory hijab in support of #WomanLifeFreedom.”

Kamlager (D-CA-37) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Iranian women & girls have been the spark & engine for the #WomanLifeFreedom protests demanding change. I strongly condemn sham trials, executions, torture, as in the case of rap artist #ToomajSalehi & attempts at forced confessions, as in the case of actress #KatayounRiahi.”

Manning (D-NC-6) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Iran continues to brutally crack down on protesters, including #KatayounRiahi, the 1st Iranian actress to publicly remove her mandatory hijab in support of #WomanLifeFreedom. The US must continue standing with Iranian protesters, women & girls who are fighting for freedom.”

Menendez (D-NJ) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “The regime in Tehran would rather jail its youth than work with them to secure a better future for #Iran. This generation of Iranians persists in its fight for fundamental freedoms even amid such baseless arrests. Link to quoted tweetAn Iranian student who is serving a 10-month prison sentence has defended his doctoral thesis from behind bars. Photos show his supervisor and a three-member panel from the university were in attendance. (Iranian PhD Student Defends Thesis In Prison... | iranwire.com) #truth #Iran #IranRevolution2023 #IranProtests2023”

Murkowski (R-AK) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “Compelled to respond to the misguided criticisms of Alaska's Willow Project that appeared yesterday in @politico. The federal analysis clearly points to approval, so now a whole school of red herring is being released to try to muddy the decisional waters. 1/4 Fact: California imports more when Alaska produces less. @RepHuffman, does it bother you that your home state increased its imports from Russia, until outlawed, and is now turning to imports from the Amazon? What's next, Iran? Alaska is a far better choice. 2/4 Fact: New Mexico produces almost 4x more oil than Alaska and will grow its production by more than Willow produces in the next 2-3 years alone. Looks like those NM wells produce hypocrisy along with oil. Meanwhile, Willow covers just 0.002% of a 23m-acre petroleum reserve. 3/4 Fact: The vast majority of Alaska Natives who live on the North Slope support Willow. It's inappropriate to take away their best opportunities to improve their quality of life. @RepRaulGrijalva, these aren't props in a snow globe—they're real people who deserve to be heard. 4/4 If you're going to weigh in on Willow, get the facts. Don't cherry pick from the small minority opposed to the project. And listen to Alaskans, starting with my good friend, the Mayor of the North Slope Borough, Harry Brower: Opinion | My Native Alaskan Community Needs the Willow Oil Project”

Risch (R-ID) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “I'm grateful to again serve as Republican leader of SFRC. Helping #Ukraine get what it needs to defeat #Russia, bolstering #Taiwan in the face of #China's aggression, addressing #Iran's malign activities, & holding POTUS accountable are my top priorities. Risch Reelected Ranking Member of Senate Foreign Relations Committee | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”

Schumer (D-NY) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “The House passed a bill to prohibit the sale of oil from America's Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China. Here's my question: Why stop at China? What about Russia? North Korea? Iran? That's what we're doing, finding ways to make this proposal stronger.”

Titus (D-NV-1) 02/03/2023: Tweet – “For more than four months, Iranian women have demanded basic rights, risking their lives to do so. I commend their courage, and I strongly support the female dissidents, journalists, and actors who've stood up for #WomanLifeFreedom in Iran.”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “We stand with the brave women of Iran who've galvanized Iranian society to demonstrate for freedom. Women like #KatayounRiahi who the regime is looking to punish harshly for being the 1st actress to publicly remove her mandatory hijab in support of #WomanLifeFreedom”

Zinke (R-MT-1) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “The left is so set on virtue signaling they would rather ask a terrorist regime in Iran, dictators in Russia and Venezuela, and polluters all over the planet for energy rather than let the hardworking AMERICANS produce here at home under our regulations and standards. Unreal. Link to quoted tweetFact: California imports more when Alaska produces less. @RepHuffman, does it bother you that your home state increased its imports from Russia, until outlawed, and is now turning to imports from the Amazon? What's next, Iran? Alaska is a far better choice. 2/4”

Iraq

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “CHM @RepMcCaul sent a letter today to @SecBlinken on pressing Iraqi officials to prioritize Iraq's sovereignty. Read an excerpt from the letter below ⬇️ Link to image Find the full release and letter here⬇️ Chairman McCaul Sends Letter to Press Iraqi Officials to Prioritize Iraq's Sovereignty - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

Turkey

Garbarino (R-NY-2) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Today I met with @EnesFreedom to discuss what Congress can do to address human rights abuses in Turkey, including possible sanctions against human rights abusers in the Turkish government. The US must lead the world in standing against human rights violations at home and abroad. Link to image”

McClain (R-MI-9) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “It was great to sit down and talk with my friend @EnesFreedom today. Enes is a courageous man who is not afraid to speak out against tyranny. The United States MUST stand by him and condemn Turkey's actions and the bounty on his head. Link to image”

Merkley (D-OR) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “Transnational repression is on the rise around the world. Journalists, activists, and everyday people who have spoken truth to power in their country are bullied and blackmailed beyond that country's borders, or even put on a “terror list.” Opinion | How Turkey pursues dissident exiles like me all over the world We need to do more to address this startling uptick in transnational repression whenever and wherever it occurs, including this alarming account of Turkey's efforts to target and intimidate Can Dündar, a journalist living abroad.”

Pallone (D-NJ-6) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Had a good meeting with former NBA player @EnesFreedom. We discussed the human rights abuses committed by Erdogan's regime and the importance of free and fair elections in Turkey. It was interesting to hear his perspective as a former Turkish national who is now a U.S. citizen. Link to image”

Horn of Africa

Mills (R-FL-7) 01/27/2023: Tweet – “As I begin my role serving on @HouseForeignGOP, I am encouraged by the strong offensive taken by @USAfricaCommand. More leadership, less stagnation. Link to quoted tweetCHM @RepMcCaul: “This successful counterterrorism operation by US Africa Command, w/self-defense strikes on Jan 22&23, demonstrates Al Shabaab remains a sophisticated threat. Neutralizing their influence in Somalia must be a priority to protect US interests throughout the Horn.” (Link to twitter.com)”

Sudan

Coons (D-DE) 02/03/2023: Tweet – “I condemn the actions of the Sudanese government in releasing the convicted murderer of US diplomats John Granville & Abdel Rahman Abbas. I agree with @USAMBSudan & urge the administration to use all diplomatic tools available to provide justice & transparency to their families. Link to quoted tweetRelease of Convicted Murderer of U.S. Embassy Personnel PRESS STATEMENT NED PRICE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 1, 2023 (Release of Convicted Murderer of U.S. Embassy Personnel - United States Department of State)”

Pakistan

Dingell (D-MI-6) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “My heart and sincere condolences go out to all impacted by yesterday's horrific bombing at a mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan. We've got to do more to address terrorist attacks & instability that are costing innocent lives across the world.”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Babin (R-TX-36) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Rep. Ilhan Omar's years of anti-Semitic comments, downplaying 9/11, and comparing the U.S. to a terrorist organization makes her unfit to sit on the Foreign Affairs Committee. Today, House Republicans removed her from it. Actions have consequences. Link to image”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 02/03/2023: Retweet of @RepDonaldsPress – “I proudly voted to remove Rep. Omar from the Foreign Affairs Cmte due to her blatant anti-Semitism. I'll always stand with my Jewish neighbors in SWFL & around the world. Anti-Semitism in all forms is unacceptable. It's unfortunate we must again restate what should be obvious.”

Bice (R-OK-5) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Anti-Semitism should never take root in the House. I voted to remove Rep. Omar from Foreign Affairs due to her history of dangerous & disgraceful anti-Semitic comments. Unlike when Dems acted to remove GOP members, this is not political, and we didn't remove her from all cmtes.”

Brecheen (R-OK-2) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Republicans this week: -Declared the pandemic OVER -Ended the national emergency -Repealed vaccine mandates on healthcare workers -Condemned socialism and anti-Semitism I will keep fighting to restore our freedoms that have been robbed by this Administration.”

Burchett (R-TN-2) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “I voted against anti semitism and socialism. Link to video”

Cruz (R-TX) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “All true, as shown by the recent national survey I discussed. Link to quoted tweetSen. Ted Cruz (R-TX): “[Democrats] hate Mormons, they hate Southern Baptists. But they love Buddhists, they love atheists, they love agnostics, and they even love witches more than Orthodox Jews. This is frightening.” (Link to twitter.com)”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Today, I voted to oust Ilhan Omar from the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Omar's history of Anti-Semitic remarks disqualify her from serving on this important panel.”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “Race? No, it's about her long history of unacceptable anti-Semitic statements. Link to quoted tweetAOC out here wildin' (Link to twitter.com)   Link to reply@ANTHONYDESPO This GOON Anthony D'Esposito thinks the people of NY04 are stupid. He didn't care about antisemitism while supporting Trump. He also didn't care about Santos' bold antisemitism until his money laundering started to come out w close ties to Lee Zeldin & all the other LI MAGATS. (Link to twitter.com) @_RogueMermaid You're very angry. I hope you have a better day, tomorrow.”

Donalds (R-FL-19) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “I proudly voted to remove Rep. Omar from the Foreign Affairs Cmte due to her blatant anti-Semitism. I'll always stand with my Jewish neighbors in SWFL & around the world. Anti-Semitism in all forms is unacceptable. It's unfortunate we must again restate what should be obvious.”

Escobar (D-TX-16) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “The @HouseGOP's removal of @Ilhan from @HouseForeign shows their profound hypocrisy. They promote extremists and give cover to members who pose a national security threat while ignoring her apologies. If they want to target antisemitism, what they really need is a mirror.”

Evans (D-PA-3) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @janschakowsky – “As a proud Jew and proud friend of @Ilhan, I don't need any of my Republican colleagues to defend me against anti-Semitism. Ilhan Omar should not have been removed from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Link to video”

Gomez (D-CA-34) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “.@RepMTG spread conspiracy theories about “Jewish Space Lasers.” @RepGosar spoke at an event hosted by a Holocaust denier. @SpeakerMcCarthy rewarded them with prized committee assignments. And Republicans want to talk about antisemitism in Congress? Miss me with that.”

Green (R-TN-7) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Anti-Semitism and socialism have NO place in the People's House!”

Harshbarger (R-TN-1) 02/03/2023: Tweet – “Anti-Semitism is un-American.”

Hinson (R-IA-2) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “I voted to remove Rep. Omar from the House Foreign Affairs Committee due to her pattern of anti-Semitic rhetoric & comments comparing the US to the Taliban. There is no place for anti-Semitism in our society, & certainly not in Congress or on the Foreign Affairs Committee.”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “I'm looking forward to NEVER hearing Ilhan Omar's racist, anti-Semitic, and outright UN-AMERICAN views on the Foreign Affairs committee!! Bye bye Ilhan, you WON'T be missed!!!”

Kustoff (R-TN-8) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Today, I voted to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Her antisemitic comments and rhetoric have no place on that committee, in the Halls of Congress, or in our national conversation. My remarks on the House floor below: Link to video”

Larsen (D-WA-2) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “House Democrats removed Reps. Gosar & Taylor Greene from committees because they called for violence against other members of Congress. Extreme House Republicans voted to remove @Ilhan from the Foreign Affairs Committee because they don't agree with her opinions on policy. Link to quoted tweetIlhan Omar has been ousted from the Foreign Affairs Committee on a party line vote (Link to twitter.com) These two things are not the same. That is why I voted “no” - to support Rep. Omar as she faces continued GOP attacks. I will continue to stand united with all who denounce & work to confront antisemitism, racism, bigotry & xenophobia wherever it exists.”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “The Republican majority has thrown together an ill-conceived resolution so sloppy that it condemns socialism in *all* its forms—including important U.S. allies & friends that have mainstream socialist political parties, like Norway, Australia, & Sweden, among many others. (1/3) Congress should be working to strengthen the relationships with our fellow democracies—not passing poorly written resolutions that alienate our allies. Yet another political stunt by the new majority. (2/3) House Republicans were even offered the opportunity to soften the resolution, with Democrats offering amendments in the Rules Committee to clarify the resolution's intent & add language condemning fascism & the Holocaust. Republicans rejected both. McCollum Vote on H.Con.Res 9, Denouncing the horrors of socialism... | bit.ly (3/3)”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “RM @RepGregoryMeeks: This is not about antisemitism. This is a political stunt. This is about the GOP fulfilling promises to its most extremist elements at the expense of doing the work of the American people. Link to video”

Mills (R-FL-7) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “I support maintaining integrity of the House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC). Our voice on geopolitical matters impact the US on the world stage, and how our allies and adversaries view America. I voted YES to HR 76 removing Rep. Omar for antisemitic/ anti-American rhetoric.”

Mills (R-FL-7) 01/27/2023: Tweet – “On this International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we must come together and remember all those innocent lives lost to hate and division. We all must condemn anti-semitism in all its ugly forms. Link to image”

Mills (R-FL-7) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Maintaining the integrity of the HFAC is crucial. Our voice on geopolitical matters impacts the US on the world stage, and how our allies and adversaries view America. That's why I voted YES on HR 76 and denounced Rep. Omar's antisemitic/ anti-American rhetoric.”

Mooney (R-WV-2) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “House Democrats set the standard of kicking Members off committees for making offensive comments. I voted to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Someone with her record of anti-Semitic and hateful comments does not belong on the Committee that helps guide the foreign policy of the United States.”

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @marcrod97 – “Scoop: Shortly after voting in favor of keeping Rep. Ilhan Omar on Foreign Affairs, Reps. Jared Moskowitz and Josh Gottheimer wrote to Speaker McCarthy requesting he establish a House Select Committee on Combating Antisemitism Gottheimer, Moskowitz call for select committee on antisemitism... | jewishinsider.com”

Murphy (D-CT) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “This is a mistake. Nothing @IlhanMN has said justifies being removed from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Her ouster, combined with so many House Republicans' open support for Nick Fuentes' rabidly anti-Semitic group, exposes GOP's continuing double standard for women of color. Link to quoted tweetRepublican-led House of Representatives votes to remove Democrat Ilhan Omar from the powerful Foreign Affairs Committee (House to vote on resolution to remove Ilhan Omar from Foreign Affairs Committee | CNN Politics)”

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @EladNehorai – “Every damn word. If you can't see how what's happening with @IlhanMN is purely about Islamophobia and racism, and you think she's in any way equal to the woman who aligns with Neo-Nazis, then you should admit you also don't care about antisemitism. Link to video”

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @ChrisMurphyCT – “This is a mistake. Nothing @IlhanMN has said justifies being removed from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Her ouster, combined with so many House Republicans' open support for Nick Fuentes' rabidly anti-Semitic group, exposes GOP's continuing double standard for women of color. Link to quoted tweet”

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/03/2023: Retweet of @Acyn – “Meeks: The G.O.P. was not outraged when Donald Trump broke bread with the anti-semitic holocaust deniers at his Florida mansion. There was no outrage when he deployed images of the star of David Link to video”

Pascrell (D-NJ-9) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Last week a monster tried to burn down this synagogue in a twisted act of extremism. Tonight New Jerseyans of all religions have gathered here to tell that antisemite and all others like him: you have failed. Together we will stamp out hate and bigotry whenever it appears. Link to image”

Peters (D-CA-50) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Congrats to the Beverly and Joseph Glickman Hillel Center at @UCSanDiego! I oversaw the early stages of this project when I was on the City Council and am happy to see it opening now as a safe place for Jewish students to gather and find community. After 20 years, Beverly and Joseph Glickman Hillel Center opens in La Jolla... | sdnews.com”

Pressley (D-MA-7) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @RepDeanPhillips – “The most dangerous act by elected officials in a democracy is to silence voices of dissent - even those with which we fundamentally disagree. Canceling @Ilhan is wrong, embarrassing, and the very weaponization of antisemitism that I, a Jewish person, find shameful. Link to video”

Quigley (D-IL-5) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “Republicans' decision to remove my colleague Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs committee is rooted in bigotry. She is a valued member who has earned her seat on that committee. Republicans are entitled to their policy disagreements with Rep. Omar but accusing her of anti-Semitism while members of their own party who've espoused disgusting anti-Semitic conspiracy theories are rewarded, is not only hypocritical, it's shameful.”

Reschenthaler (R-PA-14) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “There is no place on @HouseForeignGOP for members who embrace disgusting, antisemitic, and anti-American comments and ideology. Removing Rep. Ilhan Omar is not about partisan politics – it is a necessary action to protect our national security.”

Schakowsky (D-IL-9) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “As a proud Jew and proud friend of @Ilhan, I don't need any of my Republican colleagues to defend me against anti-Semitism. Ilhan Omar should not have been removed from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Link to video”

Scott (D-VA-3) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “Rep @Ilhan Omar is a valued member of the House. As the only refugee and the only African-born member of Congress, and one of only a few Muslim members of Congress, she brings a unique and valuable perspective to this chamber. 🧵 As the Ranking Member of @EdWorkforceDems, I can personally attest to the commitment and critical contributions she has brought to that committee. It is undisputed that @Ilhan made a mistake with some of her previous comments. But she apologized when she learned that her words were hurtful and sought out members of the Jewish community to better understand how she could be an ally in the fight against antisemitism. Her actions stand in stark contrast to similar situations involving members of the Majority party & only underscores their incredible hypocrisy. @SpeakerMcCarthy and Majority Whip Emmer have both accused prominent Jewish Democrats of trying to buy elections & control of Congress. Not only have they never apologized, as @Ilhan did, for engaging in the same antisemitic tropes, they were elevated to leadership positions within @HouseGOP. And let us not forget that former President Donald Trump just recently dined with two prominent antisemites. There is simply no comparison between today's vote removing @Ilhan w/ the bipartisan actions taken against Reps. Marjorie Taylor Green & Paul Gosar. Both of them were stripped of their committee assignments after they promoted violence against their colleagues in Congress. Instead of trying to punish members of congress that they do not like, I would invite House Republicans to join @HouseDemocrats in our efforts combat inflation, reduce costs for families and continue building on the economic progress we made over the last two years.”

Scott (R-SC) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “It was an honor to host the @OrthodoxUnion where we discussed the importance of protecting our religious freedoms, especially in the face of rising antisemitism at home and abroad. Link to image”

Sherrill (D-NJ-11) 02/03/2023: Twitter thread – “Last night, around a thousand people gathered at Temple Ner Tamid to rally against hate in the wake of the antisemitic attack here this weekend and to stand in solidarity with our Jewish neighbors. Link to image The diversity of the crowd was emblematic of the diversity of NJ and the power of hope. Thank you to all who came to show their support and not let hatred and violence define us. Link to image”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Ilhan Omar's history of Anti-Semitic remarks disqualifies her from serving on the House Foreign Affairs Committee.”

Swalwell (D-CA-14) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Hey MAGA-GOP— take a look in your own damn mirror before you come here looking for Anti-Semitism. Link to video”

Swalwell (D-CA-14) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @jacobkornbluh – “This from @RepSwalwell: “When I heard that we're going to remove a member of this House from their committee for antisemitism, I raced down here because I thought finally, finally in this chamber, there's going to be some accountability.” Points to a Jim Jordan pro-Kanye tweet Link to video”

Swalwell (D-CA-14) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @Acyn – “Swalwell: Finally. So I thought, we're going to hold someone accountable for anti-semitism. Surely it's the author of this tweet. Kanye, Elon. Trump… Don't come here looking at us for anti-semitism. Look at your own damn mirror Link to video”

Swalwell (D-CA-14) 02/03/2023: Retweet of @MarisaKabas – “NEW: George Santos wants us to forget he lied about being Jewish while pretending he's a voice for our community. As a Jew, granddaughter of a Holocaust survivor and native of his district who's been covering his every move, I won't allow it. Read here: George Santos can't run from his Jewish lies... | thehandbasket.substack.com   Link to image”

Afghanistan

Greene (R-GA-14) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Under Biden: Pentagon tracks Chinese Spy Balloon for days over US & does NOT shoot it down. Abandons Americans & $85 billion in US military equipment & arms in Afghanistan. Won't secure our border- 5+ million people invade. The Biden admin is impotent. Pentagon tracking suspected Chinese spy balloon over the US | CNN Politics”

Miller (R-OH-7) 02/03/2023: Tweet – “No blame for an embarrassing Afghanistan withdrawal. No blame for classified documents stored in his garage. No blame for inflation. But the American people won't let him off the hook in 2024! Link to quoted tweetPressed on if he takes "any blame" for inflation, Pres. Biden says "no." Reporter: "Why not?" Pres. Biden: "Because it was already there when I got here, man." (US added a strong 517,000 jobs in January despite Fed hikes... | abcn.ws) (Link to twitter.com)”

Mills (R-FL-7) 01/26/2023: Tweet – “We have to get to the bottom of the botched Afghanistan withdrawal. I demand accountability for every Gold Star family and for the heroes we lost. Biden Covering up: More Americans Killed During Afghan Withdrawal Than Reported... | floridianpress.com”

Risch (R-ID) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Visa restrictions against the #Taliban for the continued oppression of #Afghanwomen is a good start, but falls short of the mark. The Taliban should feel the full weight of U.S. and international sanctions for its ongoing #humanrights abuses & support for terrorism.”

Shaheen (D-NH) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “For 500 days, Afghan girls have been banned from attending secondary school. The Taliban's assault on women's fundamental rights knows no bounds. The U.S. must work w/ int'l partners to support Afghan women & girls, & work to hold the Taliban accountable for its abuses.”

Other - Middle East

Frost (D-FL-10) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “What we just saw on the floor from Republicans is racism and islamophobia in action. They can remove Rep @Ilhan from @HouseForeign, but they can't take away an incredibly powerful voice in Congress. She is here to STAY. Stripping committee assignments has been reserved for egregious acts, like inciting violence against reps. Today, McCarthy abused his power to remove @Ilhan from @HouseForeign for a political stunt that appeases MAGA Republicans & distracts from the real issues Americans face.”

Hassan (D-NH) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Welcome back to the 197th Field Artillery Brigade! New Hampshire is deeply grateful for your service overseas – and we are glad to have you back home. National Guard soldiers reunited with families after returning from Middle East... | wmur.com”

Lee (D-PA-12) 02/02/2023: Twitter thread – “Today, in the face undeniable hated, racism, Islamophobia & unparalleled hypocrisy, my colleague @IlhanMN stood strong &proud affirming her right to be here - a Black African, refugee, Muslim woman- in America, in Congress and most certainly on Foreign Affairs committee! Nobody should have to endure the constant unfair targeting and disgusting attacks she does. She shouldn't have to be graceful in the face of hatred everyday. But here she is showing her haters everyday why she's the better Congreswoman and person. Solidarity, sister. Link to image”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/03/2023: Twitter thread – “CHM @RepMcCaul released the following statement regarding his announcement of the Foreign Affairs Committee leadership team⬇️ Link to image Read the Chairman's leadership team below & find the full release here⬇️ Chairman McCaul Announces Committee Leadership Team - Committee on Foreign Affairs New HFAC leadership team: Vice Chair @RepAnnWagner Subcommittee on Africa Chair #RepJohnJames Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific Chair @RepYoungKim Subcommittee on Europe Chair @CongressmanKean Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa, & Central Asia Chair @RepJoeWilson New HFAC leadership team continued: Subcommittee on Oversight & Accountability Chair @RepBrianMast Subcommittee on Global Health, Global Human Rights, & International Organizations Chair #RepChrisSmith Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere Chair @RepMariaSalazar”

Ramirez (D-IL-3) 02/02/2023: Retweet of @SummerForPA – “Today, in the face undeniable hated, racism, Islamophobia & unparalleled hypocrisy, my colleague @IlhanMN stood strong &proud affirming her right to be here - a Black African, refugee, Muslim woman- in America, in Congress and most certainly on Foreign Affairs committee!”

Shaheen (D-NH) 02/02/2023: Tweet – “Welcome home to all the incredible NH National Guard members who were deployed to the Middle East! Thank you for answering the call to serve our nation overseas. It's heartwarming to see loved ones reunited. National Guard soldiers reunited with families after returning from Middle East... | wmur.com”