Members on the Record (Automated) for Fri February 24, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Britt (R-AL) 02/23/2023: Twitter thread – “The Israeli people are under constant threat from Iranian proxies, including Hezbollah. We must stand strongly with Israel against terrorism. Link to video Inside the tunnel: Link to image”

Britt (R-AL) 02/23/2023: In reply to TweetThe inside of that tunnel shows how committed Hezbollah is to being able to carry out large scale attacks inside Israel. Visited the same one last summer: (Link to twitter.com) (Link to twitter.com) – “@rolltidebmz 100%. Link to image”

Britt (R-AL) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “I enjoyed meeting with Prime Minister @Netanyahu and reaffirming my staunch support for a continued strong, mutually beneficial partnership between the U.S. and Israel. This crucial relationship bolsters America's national security and advances our strategic interests. Link to image”

Britt (R-AL) 02/24/2023: Retweet of @LtColRichard – “@SenKatieBritt tnx for your Support and for caring . Was such a honor to be part yesterday 💪🇺🇸🙏🇮🇱 Link to quoted tweet”

Britt (R-AL) 02/24/2023: Tweet – “Now, more than ever, we must stand with Israel. Link to video”

Cortez Masto (D-NV) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “I have always stood proudly with Israel, and today I joined my Senate colleagues to meet with Israeli President @Isaac_Herzog and reaffirm our commitment to Israel and the strong alliance between our two countries. Link to quoted tweetDelighted to welcome dear friend U.S. Senate Majority Leader @SenSchumer with a delegation of Democratic Senators: @PeterWelch, @SenGaryPeters, @SenCantwell, @SenAmyKlobuchar, @SenCortezMasto, @SenJackReed & @RonWyden. I thanked them for their unwavering support of Israel.🇮🇱🤝🇺🇸 (Link to twitter.com)”

Ernst (R-IA) 02/23/2023: Retweet of @Isaac_Herzog – “Delighted to welcome Senate Minority Leader @LeaderMcConnell, one of Israel's greatest friends, with a Republican delegation: @SenTedBuddNC, @SenJoniErnst, @SenMullin, @SenThomTillis, @SenKatieBritt & @SenatorRicketts. I thanked them for their unwavering support of Israel. 🇮🇱🤝🇺🇸 Link to image”

Green (R-TN-7) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “The United States has, and must always, stand with Israel. President Biden's “deal” with the Palestinian Authority is not a victory, it's a message to our closest ally in the Middle East: “The Biden Administration does not support you.” PA agrees to yank UN measure, even as Israel readies to advance settlement package... | timesofisrael.com”

Hagerty (R-TN) 02/23/2023: In reply to TweetIf accurate, Iran's terror-sponsoring regime crossed a dangerous line on the path to nuclear weapons capability. It's long past due for @POTUS Biden to bury the JCPOA & snap back all sanctions against Iran, including at the UN Security Council. (Near Weapons-Grade Enriched Uranium Detected in Iran... | wsj.com) – “Iran's terrorist regime confirms to international inspectors that it crossed a dangerous nuclear milestone. Biden Admin must snap back US & international sanctions. The US must stand w Israel & Arab allies amid Iran's grave & gathering nuclear threat. Iran acknowledges accusation it enriched uranium to 84%... | apnews.com For China to fear consequences for arming Russia, the Biden Admin, Britain & EU must snap back sanctions against Iran's terrorist regime—which is **already** arming Russia while sprinting to nuclear weapons capability. It's obscene that they haven't. WSJ News Exclusive | U.S. Considers Release of Intelligence on China's Potential Arms Transfer to Russia”

Hunt (R-TX-38) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Today, Congressman Hunt met with representatives of @AIPAC in Houston. When the U.S. and Israel stand together, the world is a safer place. Now more than ever, it is critical to strengthen America's bond with our only true friend in the Middle-East. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to image”

Hunt (R-TX-38) 02/23/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepWesleyHunt for your support of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship! 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to quoted tweet”

Lankford (R-OK) 02/24/2023: Retweet of @N7_Initiative – “@SenatorLankford on the Abraham Accords Caucus formation and the importance of Arab-Israeli normalization. It's crucial to maintain bipartisan support in Congress. #TogetherN7 Lankford: U.S. pivot away from Middle East risks ‘exposing that whole region to China'... | jewishinsider.com”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 02/23/2023: Retweet of @RepMillsPress – “We must always stand with Israel and not be thwarted by one-sided resolutions targeting Israel from the UN Security Council. The administration should've listened to @RepMcCaul @SteveScalise and @SpeakerMcCarthy McCaul, McCarthy, Scalise Send Letter to POTUS Urging Veto of Any Anti-Israel UN Resolution - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “CHM @RepMcCaul: “I welcome Oman's decision to open its airspace to all pre-cleared air-carriers, including those owned by Israelis. This type of cross-regional progress is essential to countering shared threats.””

McConnell (R-KY) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Today, Senate colleagues and I met with PM @netanyahu in Jerusalem. Grateful for our shared commitment to the U.S.-Israel relationship. Link to image”

Mills (R-FL-7) 02/23/2023: Retweet of @RepMillsPress – “We must always stand with Israel and not be thwarted by one-sided resolutions targeting Israel from the UN Security Council. The administration should've listened to @RepMcCaul @SteveScalise and @SpeakerMcCarthy McCaul, McCarthy, Scalise Send Letter to POTUS Urging Veto of Any Anti-Israel UN Resolution - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

Mullin (R-OK) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Had a productive meeting with President @Isaac_Herzog this week to discuss the U.S.-Israel strategic partnership. We agree, peace through strength is essential for global stability. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇱 Link to image”

Padilla (D-CA) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “During my visit to Israel, I visited some of the world's most historic and sacred sites as well as met with a number of leaders in the region. We must continue to work together towards lasting peace, security, and stability for all. Link to image”

Reed (D-RI) 02/23/2023: Retweet of @Isaac_Herzog – “Delighted to welcome dear friend U.S. Senate Majority Leader @SenSchumer with a delegation of Democratic Senators: @PeterWelch, @SenGaryPeters, @SenCantwell, @SenAmyKlobuchar, @SenCortezMasto, @SenJackReed & @RonWyden. I thanked them for their unwavering support of Israel.🇮🇱🤝🇺🇸 Link to image”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “@POTUS joining the @UN Security Council in condemnation of Israel is despicable. Israel is our close ally, and this is not how the U.S. treats our friends.”

Lebanon

Landsman (D-OH-1) 02/23/2023: In reply to Tweet@RepGregLandsman @lincolnware68 Well, you don't have office phone numbers for your local constituents in Lebanon or Cincinnati. This may be the only way voters can connect. Be Best, Rep. Landsman, staff your local offices! – “@nancyalice1 Hi Nancy! We are working to get our Cincinnati office phone number up and running. You can call the Lebanon office @ 513-409-6188 or Jason, our constituent services director, @ 202-744-3058”

Iran

Banks (R-IN-3) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Under Joe Biden our military is projecting wokeness rather than strength, and that is not a deterrent to Communist China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea. The world is less safe with Joe Biden as president. Link to video”

Fallon (R-TX-4) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “China has watched America's failures in: - Afghanistan; - Iran; and - Ukraine. This Administration cannot make the same mistakes in Taiwan. There needs to be a sense of urgency to bolster Indo-Pacific defense.”

Menendez (D-NJ) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “The regime's treatment of prisoners is despicable. It has inflicted unimaginable suffering on so many. My heart goes out to #KhaledPirzadeh & all those unjustly imprisoned in #Iran. Link to quoted tweetThe sickening status of prisons in Iran! This is activist #KhaledPirzadeh, who has been released from jail after 4 years on Sat, where he was tortured, denied medical care & lost 1/2 of his weight. The revolution's legacy. Immense suffering. #MahsaAmini #مهسا_امینی #خالد_پیرزاده (Link to twitter.com) (Link to twitter.com)”

Scott (R-FL) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “More weakness and appeasement from @JoeBiden. His admin has spent two years rewarding evil and murderous regimes across the world & America is less safe for it. It's no secret that Iran is our enemy. @JoeBiden should act like it. Biden Sanctions Waiver Allows Iran State News to Disseminate Propaganda and Distort Regime Murders... | freebeacon.com”

Iraq

Gaetz (R-FL-1) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Agree! Link to quoted tweetUkraine is the new Iraq. Our country is run by stupid warmongers that are so clueless and disconnected with what the American people want that they are literally leading us into World War 3. That's why I'm introducing a resolution to find out exactly where OUR money is going. (Link to twitter.com)”

Greene (R-GA-14) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Ukraine is the new Iraq. Our country is run by stupid warmongers that are so clueless and disconnected with what the American people want that they are literally leading us into World War 3. That's why I'm introducing a resolution to find out exactly where OUR money is going. Link to video”

Greene (R-GA-14) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “American tax dollars should not be looted by foreign thugs! Link to quoted tweetUkraine is the new Iraq. Our country is run by stupid warmongers that are so clueless and disconnected with what the American people want that they are literally leading us into World War 3. That's why I'm introducing a resolution to find out exactly where OUR money is going. (Link to twitter.com)”

Miller (R-IL-15) 02/24/2023: Tweet – “Biden is weakening the value of the dollar with reckless spending, causing 40-year high inflation & approaching $32 TRILLION debt. If the Chinese yuan ever replaces the US dollar as the world's reserve currency, the value of the dollar collapses. We must fight on SPENDING & DEBT! Link to quoted tweetIraq to allow trade with China in yuan - state media (Iraq to allow trade with China in yuan - state media) (Link to twitter.com)”

Yakym (R-IN-2) 02/24/2023: Twitter thread – “It was a true honor and privilege to present retired Colonel Gregg Hammond with his Army Commendation Medal yesterday in recognition of his service in the 308th Civil Affairs Brigade during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Link to image I along with all Hoosiers are deeply grateful to our veterans who have answered the call to serve in defense of freedom.”

United Arab Emirates

Mullin (R-OK) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “I was honored to meet with members of @380AEW at Al Dhafra Air Base during my visit to UAE. Our service members represent the best among us, and I'm so grateful for their bravery and selfless sacrifice. 🇺🇸 Link to image”

Horn of Africa

McCaul (R-TX-10) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “CHM @RepMcCaul: “These airstrikes demonstrate that al-Shabaab - the largest al-Qaeda affiliate in the world - continues to present a threat to American security interests. We must remain vigilant in the fight against terrorism.” Link to quoted tweetA US strike in Somalia killed seven al-Shabaab fighters on Tuesday, US Africa Command said in a statement. The strike was carried out at the request of the Somali government and was a “collective self-defense strike,” AFRICOM said. (US strike kills 7 al-Shabaab fighters in Somalia, Pentagon says | CNN Politics)”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Donalds (R-FL-19) 02/24/2023: Tweet – “This heinous rhetoric is sickening and disturbing to watch. There is no place for anti-Semitism in our State of Florida. I will always stand with my Jewish neighbors in Florida and around the world. In doing so, we must call out blatant acts of anti-Semitism when we see them. Link to quoted tweetVideo posted on social media shows Jon Minadeo, who founded an antisemitic group called the Goyim Defense League, bellowing slurs and insults at Jewish people leaving the Chabad of South Orlando campus last Friday. (Why this Chabad rabbi wants to thank the antisemites on his lawn... | forward.com)”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “This Shabbat, white supremacists are calling for a “National Day of Hate." This vitriol has no place here in Jersey or anywhere in the United States. I stand firmly with the Jewish community to stand up against bigotry, hatred, & antisemitism. NJ Jewish community asked to be vigilant Saturday as neo-Nazis promote 'day of hate'... | northjersey.com”

Hayes (D-CT-5) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “A timely conversation with @JFACT, @JewishFedCT, & state partners about ensuring we have the most effective tools to fight hunger & feed families in #CT05 & across the state. Link to image”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 02/23/2023: Retweet of @TheMonseyScoop – “PHOTOS: @RepMikeLawler visited Bas Mikrah School earlier today, in attendance of some local Yeshiva administrators, Rabbi Hershel Horowitz from COC and Rabbi Shragie Greenbaum the director of @AgudahNews Rockland County. Link to image”

Meng (D-NY-6) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Please be advised: There have been reports of planned antisemitic protests this coming Shabbat, Feb. 25th. Immediately call 911 to report any incidents. I am in touch with the NYPD & Dept. of Justice & will continue monitoring the situation to help keep our Jewish community safe.”

Sherrill (D-NJ-11) 02/24/2023: Twitter thread – “The Jewish Service for the Developmentally Disabled is launching a pilot program to incorporate independent living technology into their residential and day habilitation programs. Link to image This Community Project funding I secured will provide individualized support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout #NJ11, allowing them to live with greater independence in an inclusive environment. Link to image It was a pleasure to tour the facility and speak with young adults and their loved ones about the impact JSDD has had on their lives.”

Soto (D-FL-9) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Today we met with Consul @ElbazStarinsky about recent antisemitic harassment at Chabad of South Orlando. We condemn this heinous discrimination, will meet with local victims & request authorities open a criminal investigation. Hate has no place in diverse Central Florida. ☮️ Link to image”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 02/24/2023: Tweet – “White supremacists calling for a "National Day of Hate" this weekend want to terrorize Jewish communities. I join @adl in pushing back against hate w/ peace. All police + leaders must take this radical fringe seriously. All across 🇺🇸 Jews will celebrate a #ShabbatOfPeaceNotHate.”

Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12) 02/24/2023: Tweet – “Right-wing extremists have declared tomorrow a "National Day of Hate." I'm disgusted. As a country, we must do more to reverse the rising tide of antisemitism. To my Jewish neighbors — I stand with you. Please stay safe this weekend. Link to quoted tweetHIGH ALERT: This weekend, police throughout #NewJersey will increase visibility at various Jewish institutions. (Police warn NJ Jewish centers, communities of ‘National Day of Hate' social media posts... | bit.ly)”

Afghanistan

Buck (R-CO-4) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Big Tech censors American patriots but gives a voice to ISIS and the Taliban. Link to video”

Murphy (R-NC-3) 02/24/2023: Tweet – “Obama –Putin invades Crimea. Trump – Putin invades nothing. Biden – politically motivated withdrawal from Afghanistan. Our chaotic retreat creates the power vacuum. Putin sees weakness and invades Ukraine. Now we are fighting a proxy war against Russia. Gates was spot on.”

Simpson (R-ID-2) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “Agreed! Link to quoted tweetYou deserve to know the origins of COVID. You deserve to know why the DOJ went after parents. You deserve to know why American lives were lost in Afghanistan. Your Republican majority is in pursuit of the truth and will hold this administration accountable.”

Torres (D-CA-35) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “It was so inspiring to hear from newly arrived Afghan refugee families of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community at the @thechinomosque in #CA35. I was especially touched by the courage of these brave women and girls. Link to image”

Other - Middle East

Moore (R-AL-2) 02/23/2023: Tweet – “🚨 NATIONAL SECURITY CRISIS AT BORDER: Mystery migrants without documentation from China, Russia & the Middle East are paying criminal cartels TENS OF THOUSANDS of dollars each to be smuggled across the border into our country. Folks, they're not coming here to do us any favors. Link to video”