Last updated on Wed February 15, 2023 at 03:11 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Castro (D-TX-20) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @LuisMorenolg – “Bibi's government headed down a dangerous path. Largest street demonstrations in Israel's history, marching against judicial "reform" giving the PM unprecedented power over the judiciary. And this, legalizing settlements previously designated illegal under Israeli and inter. law. Link to quoted tweet”
Omar (D-MN-5) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @AymanM – “Imagine how much more dehumanizing it is for the Palestinians who have to endure it. The only reason this got any attention is because you documented it. Just think how many more incidents like this are happening daily away from the eyes of the international community. Link to quoted tweet”
Paulina Luna (R-FL-13) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “Time to call in @PeteButtigieg for questioning about what is happening to the great people of Palestine, Ohio after the horrific train derailment and planned toxic chemical spill! ⬇️ Link to video”
Rubio (R-FL) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “As the corrupt leader of Tehran's regime travels to Beijing, we are reminded of the threat both pose to the U.S. and democratic order worldwide. The Biden Administration must take these warning signals seriously as China and Iran seek to deepen their bilateral ties. Link to quoted tweetIranian President Ebrahim Raisi will visit China from Tuesday to Thursday at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, China's foreign ministry said. #Iran | #China (Iran's Raisi to visit China Tuesday to Thursday, China says... | jpost.com)”
Ryan (D-NY-18) 02/14/2023: Tweet – “It makes me sad on many levels and outraged that we allow the spread of hate and aren't doing more to directly confront those propagating it. For me, it's personal. More from my conversation with @J_Insider ⤵️ Daily Kickoff: Meet Pat Ryan + When George Santos claimed he was ‘halachically Jewish'... | jewishinsider.com”
Scott (R-FL) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “Today, I met with rabbis and members of Florida's Jewish community to discuss the disgusting rise in anti-Semitism & what we can do to stop it. Hate & discrimination of any kind MUST NEVER be tolerated. I'll ALWAYS stand with the Jewish community and our great ally, Israel. Link to image”
Sinema (I-AZ) 02/14/2023: Tweet – “Great to meet with @ErikaNeuberg of Arizona @AIPAC. The relationship between the U.S. and Israel is critical to our country's security, and serves as an example to countries all over the world of what democracy, partnership, and alliance for freedom can look like. Link to image”
Apartheid
Carter (D-LA-2) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “In 1989, William H Gray III became the first African American to serve as Majority Whip & Chair of @HouseBudgetDems. He also introduced an anti-apartheid bill opposing injustices in South Africa. I am inspired by this #LA02 legend! 💪🏾 Link to image”
Syria
Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “Packing medical supplies at NACC for families in Turkey and Syria impacted by the tragic earthquake that has now claimed over 32,000 lives. Link to image”
Kaine (D-VA) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @SecBlinken – “Proud of all the Americans who are helping the victims of the February 6 earthquake in Türkiye and Syria. In addition to the U.S. government response, many humanitarian organizations and NGOs are helping. Here are some ways to contribute: Earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria - USAID CIDI”
Wilson (R-SC-2) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @FreeBeacon – “NEW: Biden's move to halt sanctions on Syria will boost Assad and make it easier for his regime to steal humanitarian assistance, Republican lawmakers and regional experts say. Via @Kredo0 Biden Move To Halt Syria Sanctions Will Boost Assad, Critics Say... | freebeacon.com”
Iran
Cammack (R-FL-3) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “Countries like China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia pose massive military threats to the U.S. I'm proud to join @repdarrellissa on his bill H.R. 558, amending the Defense Production Act of 1950 to prohibit certain foreign countries from purchasing property near sensitive sites. Link to image”
Lankford (R-OK) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “The presidents of Iran and China will meet this week – and they won't be singing America's praises. The budding partnership between these authoritarian regimes signals a growing threat to the free world and our allies.”
Lankford (R-OK) 02/14/2023: Tweet – “The authoritarian leaders of Iran and China threaten America's interests at home and abroad.”
Lawler (R-NY-17) 02/14/2023: Tweet – “I sat down with @SteveScully yesterday to discuss our nation's response to the Chinese spy balloon fiasco. As Chairman @RepMcCaul pointed out, China has aligned itself with Russia, North Korea, and Iran. We must use every tool in our tool chest to combat this new axis of evil. Link to video”
Murphy (D-CT) 02/14/2023: Tweet – “This doesn't feel like "accountability" for Saudi Arabia. This sounds like business as usual. Link to quoted tweetA senior U.S. delegation will travel to Saudi Arabia to participate in the U.S.-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Working Group meetings on February 13-16 to discuss Integrated Air and Missile Defense and Maritime Security, #Iran, and Counterterrorism. (Interagency Delegation Travels to Saudi Arabia - United States Department of State)”
Paulina Luna (R-FL-13) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @RepDonaldsPress – “The Biden Foreign Policy Doctrine: 🇦🇫Disastrous Afghanistan Withdrawal 🇷🇺Weakness Empowering our Enemies 🇺🇦Blank Checks w/ No Oversight 🇨🇳Refusal to Defend our Sovereignty 🇮🇷Insistence on Bad Deals w/ Enemies 🇻🇪Energy Dependence on Adversaries 🇲🇽Humanitarian Crisis at the Border”
Tenney (R-NY-24) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “The Islamic Republic sentenced #SamanYasin to death. He's a rapper who used his voice to advocate for freedom in Iran. Saman's sentence is under appeal. Today, while Saman may be silenced, join me in lifting up his voice. #StopExecutionsInIran”
Tester (D-MT) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “China, Russia, North Korea and Iran want to replace America as the world's leading superpower, so I don't think they should be able to dictate our nation's food supply. Food security is national security. We need to pass my bipartisan bill to stop them from buying U.S. farmland. Link to video”
Wilson (R-SC-2) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “It was wonderful to join @Maryam_Rajavi to speak in unity for the @RepMcClintock, @BradSherman resolution condemning the Iranian regime's violations of human rights, and in support of the people of Iran's desire for freedom. #IranianRevolution Link to image”
Saudi Arabia
Swalwell (D-CA-14) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @Morning_Joe – “New report sheds light on how Trump and Kushner benefit from Saudi ties How Trump and Kushner benefit from Saudi ties... | on.msnbc.com”
Iraq
Murray (D-WA) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “Congress has got to repeal the outdated 1991 and 2002 AUMFs and reassert our authority over the decision to go to war. We have an obligation to be a voice for our constituents on critical decisions like putting our troops in harm's way. Link to quoted tweetSen. Kaine & @SenToddYoung introduced a bill to repeal the 1991 & 2002 Authorizations for Use of Military Force, which authorized the Gulf & Iraq wars. These AUMFs are no longer necessary & run the risk for potential misuse. Congress should pass this bill. (U.S. lawmakers try again to end 'forever war' authorizations... | reuters.com)”
Türkiye
Cardin (D-MD) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “The outpouring of support and desire to help the people of #Türkiye is admirable. This is a humanitarian crisis that demands collective action and I am proud to be part of this support.”
Horn of Africa
Beyer (D-VA-8) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @Alyia4ALX – “Tonight I joined members of the Virginia African Diaspora community at Makeda Ethiopian Restaurant on the #WestEnd to support @JennMcClellanVA for Congress! Special guest included @MarkWarner and @RepDonBeyer ! Link to image”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Baldwin (D-WI) 02/14/2023: Tweet – “This week of #BlackHistoryMonth, I'm highlighting Dr. James Cameron, founder of America's Black Holocaust Museum in Milwaukee. I'm glad to see Dr. Cameron's legacy of activism & vision for a more just country live on through the museum. Read more ➡️About - America's Black Holocaust Museum Link to image”
Fleischmann (R-TN-3) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “There are two more weeks to visit @chattlibrary's exhibition of 'Americans and the Holocaust.' The Chattanooga Public Library was one of 50 libraries nationwide to host this exhibit from @HolocaustMuseum. I strongly urge everyone to visit the exhibit while it's in town. Link to quoted tweetOur long awaited exhibition is finally open! Now through the end of February, you can stop by any time for a self-guided tour of Americans and the Holocaust. Or, book a tour at (Americans and the Holocaust | Library). While you're on our website, reserve a seat for our upcoming events! (Link to twitter.com)”
Nadler (D-NY-12) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “Tonight I joined the Moise Safra Center community and our local UES elected officials to send a strong, united message that anti-Semitism has no place in our city and recommit to fighting against the surge of anti-Semitic rhetoric and violence. Link to image”
Afghanistan
Bacon (R-NE-2) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @RepMcCaul – “I'm conducting oversight of the failed withdrawal from Afghanistan — not for me or the Republican party, but for America, our veterans who served so bravely, and the gold star mothers who deserve answers. Link to video”
Britt (R-AL) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @jgray78 – ““Mike Spann is an American hero who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country," @SenKatieBritt said. “John Walker Lindh never should have been released early to begin with." #alpolitics Katie Britt: Did American Taliban fighter John Walker Lindh violate parole by meeting ISIS supporter?... | al.com”
Britt (R-AL) 02/13/2023: Retweet of @RobinsonCarol – “Katie Britt: Did American Taliban fighter John Walker Lindh violate parole by meeting ISIS supporter? Katie Britt: Did American Taliban fighter John Walker Lindh violate parole by meeting ISIS supporter?... | al.com”
Britt (R-AL) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “While this case is grave in and of itself, I am also deeply concerned that it could represent a systemic shortcoming that threatens our national security. @SenatorHassan and I wrote to @TheJusticeDept last week seeking answers: Katie Britt: Did American Taliban fighter John Walker Lindh violate parole by meeting ISIS supporter?... | al.com”
Grothman (R-WI-6) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “We left billions of dollars in equipment behind in Afghanistan, and we still have not gotten a straight answer on this. We need answers, and we need them now! 'We have subpoena power': McCaul hints at showdown with Biden administration on Afghanistan... | washingtonexaminer.com”
Higgins (R-LA-3) 02/13/2023: Tweet – “Compromised elections have consequences. iPOTUS Biden is weak. Our enemies know this. He's leading us into WWIII. Border. Afghanistan. Ukraine. Inflation. Supply chain. Woke military. Hypersonic flyovers. CCP Spy Balloons. It's insane. President Trump would never let this happen.”
Van Orden (R-WI-3) 02/13/2023: Twitter thread – “1/2 This clip demonstrates exactly what is wrong with the Biden admin. They screw up a crisis, like the Chinese Communist Party Balloon Fiasco then try and point out how they are better than the Trump admin or blame it on Trump. Exhibit B: Afghanistan. 2/2 This pathetic politicization of national defense is not only childish, it is making the world a more dangerous place. Link to quoted tweetKIRBY: "[Chinese balloon program] was operating during the previous administration, but they did not detect it, we detected it. We tracked it." (Link to twitter.com)”
Van Orden (R-WI-3) 02/13/2023: Twitter thread – “1/2 For his work in the attempt to gaslight the Biden Chinese Communist Party Balloon Fiasco, the Best Actor in the Political Hack category goes to John Kirby. He is know for his other works: “Biden Abandons Americans in Afghanistan, Nothing to See Here.” & 2/2 “Russia invades Ukraine twice on my Watch but no one put it on my teleprompter to tell you it was bad until it was politically expedient.” & “Been angling to be the next WH Press Secretary for years, obvy.” Link to quoted tweetKIRBY: "[Chinese balloon program] was operating during the previous administration, but they did not detect it, we detected it. We tracked it." (Link to twitter.com)”