Members on the Record (Automated) for Sun February 19, 2023

Last updated on Sun February 19, 2023 at 12:40 PM Washington DC time.


Israel - Palestine

Banks (R-IN-3) 02/18/2023: Tweet – “Quick reminder for the Biden admin: China = Adversary Israel = Ally

De La Cruz (R-TX-15) 02/19/2023: Tweet – “The LORD said to Moses, "Speak to the whole Israelite community and tell them: Be holy, for I, the LORD, your God, am holy.” Leviticus 19

Rubio (R-FL) 02/19/2023: Tweet – “The United States needs to veto this resolution, not just abstain. @USAmbUN promised Congress she would oppose one-sided “efforts to unfairly single out or delegitimize Israel.” Link to quoted tweetDraft Security Council resolution demands immediate halt to ‘settlement activities' (Draft Security Council resolution demands immediate halt to ‘settlement activities'... | timesofisrael.com)

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 02/18/2023: Tweet – “I proudly stand with Israel.  I am calling on @USAmbUN to oppose ANY anti-Israel resolution that comes before the UN Security Council.


Syria

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/18/2023: Tweet – “CHM @RepMcCaul: “Praying for the speedy recovery of the U.S. servicemembers & working dog injured in a D-ISIS raid in Syria. Thanks to the heroes who put their lives on the line to ensure ISIS's enduring defeat and keep America safe from harm.” ISIS Senior Leader Killed and Four U.S. Servicemembers Wounded in Heli... | centcom.mil


Iran

Menendez (D-NJ) 02/18/2023: Tweet – “Continue to be inspired & amazed by the courage of ordinary Iranians like #ZeinabKazempour. What a powerful response to this contemptible regime & its attempts to oppress the people of Iran. Link to quoted tweet#Iranian women throws her hejab off in front of Khamenei pic after being prevented from running in local elections #MahsaAmini (Link to twitter.com)


Egypt

Durbin (D-IL) 02/18/2023: Tweet – “This so-called “model” prison is rife with abuses. I will keep the Egyptian Government's abysmal human rights record, to include releasing political prisoners such as the family members of Illinois asylee Aly Mahdy, in mind as we examine the FY24 budget. Egypt's model prison rife with abuses, inmates' families and activists say... | reuters.com


Saudi Arabia

Ernst (R-IA) 02/18/2023: Tweet – “I had the wonderful opportunity to meet some Iowans at the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. Forever grateful for those who choose to serve our country 🇺🇸 Link to image


Horn of Africa

Coons (D-DE) 02/18/2023: Twitter thread – “Tackling tough issues in a discussion about the Horn of Africa while at #MSC2023. There's so much to do: Holding the fragile truce in Ethiopia, sustaining progress towards democracy in Sudan, advancing food security and fighting terrorism in Somalia with our regional partners. Link to image There's many issues facing the people of the region, but with determination and cooperation, we can make progress.


Jewish, Anti-semitism

Cruz (R-TX) 02/18/2023: Tweet – “When you release violent criminals… …they commit violent crimes. Link to quoted tweetThe man arrested for shooting two Jewish men in LA, in what is now being prosecuted as a targeted hate crime, was arrested last summer for felony possession of a firearm on school grounds, punishable by up to 3 years in prison. 7 months later, out on streets. Why? LA DA George… (Link to twitter.com) (Link to twitter.com)

Cruz (R-TX) 02/18/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “The man arrested for shooting two Jewish men in LA, in what is now being prosecuted as a targeted hate crime, was arrested last summer for felony possession of a firearm on school grounds, punishable by up to 3 years in prison. 7 months later, out on streets. Why? LA DA George… Link to quoted tweet   Link to quoted tweet

Quigley (D-IL-5) 02/19/2023: Tweet – “Our country has seen an uptick in Anti-Semitism in recent months. We will not back down to hate. We must lift up the Jewish community and show the world that we always stand up against bigotry.

Sherman (D-CA-32) 02/18/2023: Retweet of @noatishby – “Antisemitism is running rampant on college campuses. That's why when I heard that one of the main groups behind this antisemitism was having a conference in my hometown, I had to speak up. The @NationalSJP conference is beginning today at UCLA. Californians Must Speak Out About the Antisemitic Conference in Los Angeles... | jewishjournal.com   Link to quoted tweet


Afghanistan

Burlison (R-MO-7) 02/19/2023: Tweet – “While running for office we listened to our veterans and of their disappointment with the Biden Administration's botched withdrawal from Afghanistan. Veterans of the War in Afghanistan & the families of the 13 who died deserve answers. @GOPoversight Top Biden officials will answer for 'deadly failures' in Afghanistan as Oversight GOP widens probe... | foxnews.com

Comer (R-KY-1) 02/19/2023: Retweet of @CBSEveningNews – “Rep. James Comer and fellow Republicans on the committee are requesting all documents, communications and information related to what they call the administration's "disastrous" military and diplomatic withdrawal from Afghanistan. House Republicans begin probe into Biden's withdrawal from Afghanistan... | cbsn.ws

Comer (R-KY-1) 02/18/2023: Retweet of @FoxNews – “Top Biden officials will answer for 'deadly failures' in Afghanistan as Oversight GOP widens probe Top Biden officials will answer for 'deadly failures' in Afghanistan as Oversight GOP widens probe... | fxn.ws

Comer (R-KY-1) 02/19/2023: Retweet of @CBSEveningNews – “Rep. James Comer and fellow Republicans on the committee are requesting all documents, communications and information related to what they call the administration's "disastrous" military and diplomatic withdrawal from Afghanistan. House Republicans begin probe into Biden's withdrawal from Afghanistan... | cbsn.ws


Other - Middle East

Waltz (R-FL-6) 02/18/2023: Tweet – “ISIS is back under Biden. Link to video