Members on the Record (Automated) for Fri February 10, 2023

Last updated on Fri February 10, 2023 at 12:43 PM Washington DC time.


Israel - Palestine

Brown (D-OH) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Last night's arrest of a NewsNation reporter who was doing his job at a press conference in East Palestine is unacceptable. Journalists have an inalienable right to report in this country. Ohioans deserve to know what's going to change to make sure this doesn't happen again.

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @AJCGlobal – “We commend @RepGusBilirakis and @RepCicilline for re-launching the bipartisan Congressional Hellenic-Israel Alliance for the 118th Congress. AJC is a proud supporter of the alliance and the strong 3+1 East Med relationship among 🇮🇱🇬🇷🇨🇾🇺🇸. @HellenicLeaders

Garbarino (R-NY-2) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Great to have fellow Long Islander Matt Engel in my DC office this week to discuss the latest top issues concerning our friend and ally Israel. Link to image

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Iran's goal literally could not be clearer and we cannot take these threats lightly. Israel is the sole democracy in the Middle East and plays a critical role in our global fight against terror. We must stand by our historic ally. Iran displays ballistic missile with ‘Death to Israel' written in Hebrew... | timesofisrael.com

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 02/10/2023: In reply to TweetThank you to @J_Insider for featuring my work at @USUN. I'm proud to be part of the Biden-Harris administration's effort to combat the global rise of antisemitism. (Andrew Weinstein pushes back against antisemitism from inside the U.N.... | jewishinsider.com) – “@Weinsteinlaw @J_Insider @USUN Amazing work!!

Pressley (D-MA-7) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “Thank you Dr. Abu-Jamei for a meaningful conversation about the youth mental health crisis in Gaza. Our destinies are tied and no child should ever experience this sort of violence and trauma. Link to image

Tlaib (D-MI-12) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Great to meet with Dr. Abu-Jamei of the Gaza Community Mental Health Program. 800,000 children in Gaza have only ever lived under blockade and bombings, and over 80% of them suffer from anxiety and depression. No child should experience that kind of trauma. Link to image

Torres (D-NY-15) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “A terrorist deliberately ran over multiple people in Jerusalem, murdering two people, including a child. My heart goes out to the Israeli people who have been shaken by a wave of terrorism. The murder of innocent civilians and children is something that no country should abide.


Apartheid

McGovern (D-MA-2) 02/09/2023: In reply to TweetI applaud efforts nationally to end hunger but @RepMcGovern, what about improving our food environment as a whole? We have an abundance of calorically dense, less nutritious convenience foods. How do we make healthier food easier for people to readily implement in their lives? (Link to twitter.com) – “@DrPlantel I absolutely agree! Have authored and pushed legislation to expand incentives so people have additional dollars to actually afford nutritious food. Also pushing for more nutritious school lunches (including more local produce and scratch cooking) @DrPlantel We also need more resources for incredible local orgs who are making nutritious, locally grown food available in food apartheids & other areas lacking access to good food. As well as in my own district with groups teaching people to grow their own food. @DrPlantel And we need WAY more focus on teaching people about healthy cooking. I'm working to boost support for programs like SNAP-Ed on that front. It's not going to happen overnight, but a transformation in the way we think about food is underway. Grateful for your work and advocacy!


Syria

Brown (D-OH-11) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “I send my thoughts and prayers to the people of Turkey and Syria in the aftermath of the disaster that has taken so many. Live Updates: Syria May Get 1st Delivery of Aid as Quake Death Toll in Region Passes 15,000... | nytimes.com

Bush (D-MO-1) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “My prayers are with the people of Turkey and Syria facing catastrophic conditions caused by a devastating earthquake that has taken the lives of over 20,000 people. This is a humanitarian crisis and the United States will continue to provide humanitarian aid & recovery support.

Cardin (D-MD) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “It's hard to wrap your head around the suffering and grief caused by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. I am heartbroken for the 23 million people @WHO is estimating have been impacted. We need to ensure that they have the supplies they need. ‘We are in shock': survivor of Turkey earthquake describes aftermath... | theguardian.com

Clarke (D-NY-9) 02/10/2023: Retweet of @RepCori – “My prayers are with the people of Turkey and Syria facing catastrophic conditions caused by a devastating earthquake that has taken the lives of over 20,000 people. This is a humanitarian crisis and the United States will continue to provide humanitarian aid & recovery support.

Crow (D-CO-6) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Heartbroken by the immense suffering from the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria. As the death toll has exceeded 19,000, here are some ways you can help⤵️ How to Help | Humanitarian Assistance | U.S. Agency for International Development

Fletcher (D-TX-7) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “The images out of Turkey and Syria following Monday's earthquake are devastating. My thoughts are with the families there who have lost so much, from their homes and livelihoods, to their loved ones. After the Quake: Photos from Turkey and Syria... | nytimes.com

Hirono (D-HI) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “As we continue learning about the devastating and tragic loss of life from the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria, we know there is going to be a long road to recovery. The US remains committed to provide aid & assistance to all those affected now and in the weeks and months ahead. Link to quoted tweetNEW IMAGES coming from the city of Adıyaman in #Türkiye, where our @USAID response team is working with community members to search for survivors from the earthquakes. Rescue experts with specialized gear and canine support are out in full force right now. (Link to twitter.com)

Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “The humanitarian effort that is going to be needed to help Turkey and Syria recover from this week's devastating earthquake will be massive. The United States offers our full support during these trying times. Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria deepen region's humanitarian struggles... | vox.com

Mace (R-SC-1) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “North Charleston's Water Mission has deployed volunteers to Turkey & Syria after the devastating earthquake. Thank you to the Water Mission for their efforts to provide clean water to those in dire need. Water Mission to deploy to Turkey, Syria to aid earthquake recovery efforts... | live5news.com

Meeks (D-NY-5) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “RM @RepGregoryMeeks: I strongly support @SyriaCivilDef @sams_usa & other longstanding partners in assisting Syrian civilians impacted by the devastating earthquakes. I'm deeply saddened by the horrific loss of life & continue to send my prayers to the people of #Turkey & #Syria. Link to quoted tweetWe're working w/ longstanding partners to get aid to those that need it most. Spoke w/ Raed al Saleh, head of @SyriaCivilDef, about how @USAID can provide urgent assistance to Syrians & the need for the border between Türkiye & Syria to remain open for critical aid to flow.

Reed (D-RI) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @USAID – “NEWS: The United States, through USAID, will provide $85 million for escalating humanitarian needs for the Türkiye and Syria Earthquakes Response. The United States to Provide $85 million for Escalating Humanitarian Needs for the Türkiye and Syria Earthquakes Response | Press Release | U.S. Agency for International Development

Reed (D-RI) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “BREAKING: @USAID sending $85 million in humanitarian assistance to people of Turkey-Syria for earthquake rescue & relief efforts. Link to image

Risch (R-ID) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Humanitarians, like @SyriaCivilDef & @USAIDSavesLives search/rescue teams, are desperately working to mitigate the impact of #TurkeySyriaEarthquake, which has already claimed 21,000 lives. It's time Assad & his cowardly backers help by opening additional border crossings for aid.

Risch (R-ID) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “The detention of ISIS fighters in makeshift prisons in refugee camps represents a terror threat to the U.S. & our allies. The pace of repatriation of these individuals has been lacking but this legislation will mandate the Biden Admin to step up. Following Deadly Earthquake in Syria, Risch Joins Shaheen, Graham, Menendez in Legislation to Address Conditions of Displaced Persons Camps | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations

Ross (D-NC-2) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Absolutely devastated by the tragic loss of life from the earthquakes in Syria and Turkey. I am sending prayers to those impacted and to the brave search and rescue workers. Death toll from Syria-Turkey quake rises to more than 8,700... | reuters.com

Shaheen (D-NH) 02/09/2023: Twitter thread – “In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Syria, the U.S. gov't must be fully aligned to respond to resulting humanitarian and security crises. This horrific situation reaffirms the need for a whole-of-gov't approach for U.S. policy to address security in the region. I'm reintro'ing my bill w/ @LindseyGrahamSC to empower a senior coordinator to address the serious national security risks from the ISIS detention facilities and camps and to prevent further radicalization in displaced persons camps. More here: Senators introduce bill on US approach to ISIS detainee and displacement camps in Syria | CNN Politics

Titus (D-NV-1) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “It's difficult to fathom what the people of Syria and Turkey are enduring after the worst earthquake in their region in almost fifty years. With more than 20,000 lives lost, President Biden made the right decision to act swiftly and provide $85 million in humanitarian aid.

Van Orden (R-WI-3) 02/10/2023: In reply to TweetOpening today's show with updates from Turkey and Syria. You can help via @FoodForThePoor: (2023 Q1 Talkers- TURKEY/SYRIA... | fundraise.givesmart.com) (Link to twitter.com) – “@hughhewitt @FoodForThePoor Thank God


Lebanon

Landsman (D-OH-1) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “REMINDER: our next town hall meeting is *tomorrow* at the Warren County Historical Society in Lebanon from 12pm-1pm. We hope to see you there! RSVP here: Ohio First District Congressional Town Halls... | bit.ly


Iran

Gonzalez (D-TX-34) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “I am concerned over reports that Iranian drones containing U.S. made parts & technology are being used in Russia's war on Ukraine. We must do everything in our power to disrupt this supply chain and take American made products out of Iran's hands. Crackdown on Iranian Military Drone Program... | texasborderbusiness.com

Kustoff (R-TN-8) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “I introduced critical legislation with @RepJoshG to expose the corrupt nature of the dangerous Iranian regime.   We must stop Iranian leaders from continuing to enrich themselves from public funds, while their people struggle and suffer every day.   More: Reps. Kustoff, Gottheimer Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expose the Corruption of the Iranian Regime... | kustoff.house.gov

Menendez (D-NJ) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Glad to see broad EU consensus against Islamic Revolution Day in Tehran, except from Orban's Hungary, which all too regularly embraces autocrats, & Poland, whose silence is disappointing. Nobody should be celebrating a regime with this much blood on its hands. #BoycottIRIDay Link to quoted tweetهیچ کشوری از اتحادیه اروپا به جز مجارستان و لهستان امروز در مراسم روی کار آمدن جمهوری‌اسلامی شرکت نکرد.🔥✌️ #BoycottIRIDay

Menendez (D-NJ) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “Applaud @sanchezcastejon for amplifying anti-regime Iranian voices like that of brave Iranian chess player #SaraKhadem. This sends a strong message to Tehran: Representing your country – without wearing a headscarf – is not a crime. Link to quoted tweetCuánto he aprendido hoy de una mujer que me inspira, la Gran Maestra Femenina de ajedrez Sara Khadem. Todo mi apoyo a las mujeres deportistas. Vuestro ejemplo contribuye a un mundo mejor. (Link to twitter.com)

Murphy (D-CT) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @MichealMartinTD – “Good conversation with Senator @ChrisMurphyCT today on developments in Northern Ireland, Iran, and the Middle East. Thanks for the warm welcome. Link to image

Tenney (R-NY-24) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “It's an honor to reintroduce the REGIME Act alongside @RepJoeWilson. This bill ensures U.S. visas issued to members of the Iranian regime and their families are immediately revoked. They should not reap the freedoms of our great country, while denying them to citizens in theirs.

Waltz (R-FL-6) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Iran and Russia are teaming up to produce over 6,000 Iranian-designed drones, many of which will be used against Ukraine. What is the Administration's plan to stop it? WSJ News Exclusive | Moscow, Tehran Advance Plans for Iranian-Designed Drone Facility in Russia

Weber (R-TX-14) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @Maryam_Rajavi – “Thank you all, for your bipartisan initiative announced today in support of the Iranian people & Resistance; protecting the Iranian people's right to determine their own future while preventing the Iranian regime access to means & resources to suppress our people #IranRevolution Link to image

Wilson (R-SC-2) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Honored to again lead the REGIME Act and work to ensure the reprehensible officials & family members of the Iranian Regime don't get to enjoy the freedoms in America they deny their citizens in Iran. Thank you to @RepTenney, @RepJoshG, @RepGonzalez for joining me in this fight. Link to image

Wilson (R-SC-2) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “This renewed call for former President @realDonaldTrump arrest necessitates that Congress take a hard look at aid to Iraq. Link to quoted tweetLATEST: Republicans Put Iraq Aid on Chopping Block Over Country's Support for Iranian Terrorism -- Half-a-billion in taxpayer aid could be slashed as Iraq-Iran alliance grows (Republicans Put Iraq Aid on Chopping Block Over Country's Support for Iranian Terrorism... | freebeacon.com)


Saudi Arabia

Larsen (D-WA-2) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @MenInBlazers – “MUST WATCH 👏 Huge respect to @alexmorgan13 for these words on the prospect of Saudi Arabia's Tourist board being an official sponsor of the 2023 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Link to video

Waltz (R-FL-6) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “The University of Delaware, home of the Biden Institute, has accepted over $6M from the CCP, our greatest adversary. I wonder why… China, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Oman Poured Millions into Biden Institute - The Foreign Desk | by Lisa Daftari


Iraq

Booker (D-NJ) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “It's Congress's solemn responsibility & power to declare war, & we must not cede that responsibility. That's why I join my colleagues in introducing a bill that would end the outdated 1991 Kuwait & 2002 Iraq AUMFs, which no longer serve our national security. Link to quoted tweetToday, @SenToddYoung, @RepSpanberger, @RepBarbaraLee, @RepChipRoy, @TomColeOK04, and I are introducing legislation to repeal the 1991 and 2002 Gulf and Iraq war authorizations. It's time to end endless wars.

Cardin (D-MD) 02/10/2023: Twitter thread – “In 13 years, we have lost more veterans to suicide than the Vietnam War and operations in Iraq and Afghanistan combined. This is a public health crisis, but we are responding. MD is one of 52 states + territories that are participating in the Governor's Challenge to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans, & their Families - a program led by military & civilian leaders to develop best prevention practices, like risk screenings & peer recovery.

Kaine (D-VA) 02/10/2023: Retweet of @TheLeadCNN – “Senators @timkaine (D-VA) and @SenToddYoung (R-IN) explain why they introduced bipartisan legislation that would formally put an end to the authorizations for the use of military force passed before the Gulf and Iraq wars Link to video

Lieu (D-CA-36) 02/09/2023: Twitter thread – “If the below is true, then the U.S. and NATO should provide Ukraine with longer range missiles and rockets immediately. Link to quoted tweetExclusive: Ukraine's rocket campaign relies on U.S. military personnel providing precision targeting, officials say (Ukraine's rocket campaign reliant on U.S. precision targeting, officials say... | wapo.st)   Link to reply@tedlieu Ted lieu would've helped lie us into Iraq if he was in congress back then. He's a war hawk beholden to the military industrial complex @mommysnewsskirt I publicly opposed the Iraq War. Link to reply@tedlieu For once I agree with you. ONCE @mopdazzle1986 Thank you for your service to our country. Sorry for your loss. Appreciate you taking the time to engage with elected officials.

Moulton (D-MA-6) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “Hundreds of thousands of Afghans & Iraqis provided critical aid to U.S. forces throughout the Global War on Terror. Yet a year & a half after the withdrawal from Afghanistan, thousands who are eligible for SIVs are still trapped there. We owe it to these heroes to get them out. Link to video

Pallone (D-NJ-6) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Only Congress has the power to authorize military force, but for too long the 2002 authorization has been used to circumvent Congress and justify decades-long wars.   It's past time for Congress to reclaim its authority and repeal the 2002 AUMF. Lawmakers Revive Efforts to Repeal Gulf War and Iraq War Authorizations... | wsj.com

Paul (R-KY) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Today I cosponsored a bipartisan effort to repeal the 1991/2002 Authorizations for Use of Military Force to formally end the Gulf & Iraq wars & reassert Congress' Constitutional role in deciding whether and when to send our servicemembers into harm's way. DR.  RAND PAUL JOINS BIPARTISAN EFFORT TO REPEAL 1991 & 2002 AUMFS, FORMALLY ENDING GULF & IRAQ WARS - Senator Rand Paul   Link to image

Schumer (D-NY) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Each year we keep this authorization to use military force on the books is another chance for future presidents to abuse or misuse it War powers belong in Congress's hands—that implies we have responsibility to prevent future presidents hijacking this to bumble us into a new war Link to quoted tweetToday, @SenToddYoung, @RepSpanberger, @RepBarbaraLee, @RepChipRoy, @TomColeOK04, and I are introducing legislation to repeal the 1991 and 2002 Gulf and Iraq war authorizations. It's time to end endless wars.

Soto (D-FL-9) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “ICYMI: I joined @HomesForOurTrps to thank veteran Lito Santos Dilone, who lost his leg while fighting for our country in Iraq, for his service. SGT Santos Dilone will soon have a new mortgage-free home in Kissimmee designed to meet his every need! Community support Wounded Warrior with new adaptive home... | aroundosceola.com   Link to image

Spanberger (D-VA-7) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Voting on decisions of war and peace is a constitutional responsibility for Members of Congress. I'm proud to work with @timkaine, @SenToddYoung, @RepChipRoy, @RepBarbaraLee, & @TomColeOK04 to repeal the outdated 1991 and 2002 Gulf and Iraq War AUMFs. Analysis | Congress gears up for another ‘war powers' war

Spanberger (D-VA-7) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @RSI – “"The R Street Institute commends @timkaine @SenToddYoung, @RepSpanberger, @RepBarbaraLee, @RepChipRoy, @TomColeOK04 for introducing much-needed bipartisan legislation that would repeal the outdated 1991 and 2002 authorizations for the use of military force (AUMF) in Iraq." Link to quoted tweet

Spanberger (D-VA-7) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @brykharris – “Lawmakers re-introduce bill to repeal 2002 and 1991 AUMFs against Iraq in Senate and House. The sponsors range the ideological spectrum: Tim Kaine, Todd Young, Barbara Lee, Chip Roy, Abigail Spanberger and Tom Cole (who controls House floor as Rules Committee chairman.)

Tester (D-MT) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “I had the honor of meeting Andrea Neutzling—a Post-9/11 Army vet who, like so many, put her life on the line for our country and developed an incurable disease after exposure to burn pits in Iraq. Our PACT Act will ensure Andrea finally gets the care and benefits she's owed. Link to image

Young (R-IN) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @TheLeadCNN – “Senators @timkaine (D-VA) and @SenToddYoung (R-IN) explain why they introduced bipartisan legislation that would formally put an end to the authorizations for the use of military force passed before the Gulf and Iraq wars Link to video

Young (R-IN) 02/10/2023: Retweet of @thehill – “Bipartisan bills would repeal authorization of Gulf, Iraq wars Bipartisan bills would repeal authorization of Gulf, Iraq wars... | trib.al   Link to image


Türkiye

Courtney (D-CT-2) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “Good to see U.S. aid on its way to support the people of Turkey in their relief efforts. Audrey and I continue to pray for those missing and the families who have lost loved ones in these devastating earthquakes. U.S. Aids Turkey After Devastating Quakes... | defense.gov

Zinke (R-MT-1) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “Absolutely heart breaking. 22,000 souls lost. Our family joins theirs in prayer. Link to quoted tweetAn apocalyptic scene in Kahramanmaras, Turkey. (Link to twitter.com)


Horn of Africa

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “CHM @RepMcCaul: “I am deeply concerned about the current violence in Somalia & I support our partners' calls for immediate de-escalation of violence, the protection of civilians, unimpeded humanitarian access, & peaceful resolution of tensions through dialogue.” @AsstSecStateAF


Jewish, Anti-semitism

Garcia (D-CA-42) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “When you lie about the Pulse massacre, 9/11, the Holocaust, your career, and you defraud people and voters, you don't deserve to have classified clearance or be in Congress. It's time to expel George Santos. Link to quoted tweetA group of House Democrats, led by Robert Garcia, are pushing a resolution to expel George Santos from Congress. But, it won't be so easy: The resolution, now headed to the House Ethics Committee, could take quite a while to process. (A group of House Democrats, led by Robert Garcia, are pushing a resolution to expel George Santos from Congress. It won't be that easy. ... | politi.co) (Link to twitter.com)

Manning (D-NC-6) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “Earlier this week, @RepMoskowitz called out the recent spike in antisemitism on Twitter. Then he faced a barrage of hate-filled abuse online. We can't allow hate to spread unchecked. There is no place for antisemitism and hate on social media.

McBath (D-GA-7) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “We must continue to stand up and speak out against all forms of anti-Semitism. The literature distributed across communities in Metro Atlanta must stop. Expressions of hatred, intolerance, and anti-Semitism have no place in society. I stand with our Jewish friends & neighbors. Link to quoted tweetPolice in suburban Atlanta are investigating after residents reported finding flyers with antisemitic imagery and messaging in their driveways. (Atlanta area residents report finding antisemitic flyers in driveways | CNN)

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 02/10/2023: Retweet of @RepKManning – “Earlier this week, @RepMoskowitz called out the recent spike in antisemitism on Twitter. Then he faced a barrage of hate-filled abuse online. We can't allow hate to spread unchecked. There is no place for antisemitism and hate on social media.

Omar (D-MN-5) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @EladNehorai – “I am *amazed* at the folks in my replies trying to equate the reaction to Joe Rogan's antisemitic comments as in any way comparable to the Ilhan Omar and Whoopi Goldberg comments. Anyway, here is a graph of the amount of discussion around antisemitism on Twitter over 7 years. Link to image

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “Social media algorithms can facilitate the spread of hate. Proud to join @AHousefather & @CotlerWunsh, in writing letters to @Meta, @Twitter, @YouTube, & @tiktok_us requesting transparency and collaboration to address the surge of online antisemitism. International lawmakers push social media platforms for changes on antisemitism policies... | jewishinsider.com


Afghanistan

Cline (R-VA-6) 02/10/2023: Tweet – “Joe Biden's mishandling of the Chinese spy balloon displayed weakness on the world stage. The Chinese Defense Ministry won't even answer a call from the U.S. Secretary of Defense. Afghanistan has fallen, Russia has been emboldened & China is running circles around us.

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/09/2023: Retweet of @RepBrianMast – “Afghanistan was the first domino. It made it clear to the rest of the world that Joe Biden is not a credible threat. Watch the full interview here: Rep. Mast: Biden is a national security challenge... | youtu.be   Link to video

Peters (D-CA-50) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “I'm grateful for President Biden's support of the #AfghanAdjustmentAct. My #SOTU guest worked with U.S. troops as an interpreter in Afghanistan. Watch our full interview on @theleadcnn urging Congress to pass this common sense bill to protect and support our Afghan partners. ⬇️ Link to quoted tweetWhat a former Afghan interpreter has to say to lawmakers who are unwilling to support the Afghan Adjustment Act. @RepScottPeters tells @jaketapper passing this measure "is an American promise" (Link to twitter.com)


Other - Middle East

Bergman (R-MI-1) 02/10/2023: Twitter thread – “ICYMI: Last week @RepAlexMooney, @michaelgwaltz, joined me in sending a letter to Speaker McCarthy and Minority Leader Jeffries urging immediate suspension of Al Jazeera's press credentials. Link to image Read the full letter here —> Link to PDF | politico.com

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/09/2023: Tweet – “ICYMI🚨CHM @RepMcCaul sent a letter asking why @StateDept is playing favorites by funding atheist & humanist groups in the Middle East and North Africa. Read more from @NRO below⬇️ House GOP Chairman Probes State Department Grants to Atheist Groups | National Review