Members on the Record (Automated) for Sat April 08, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “We stand with Israel, which was attacked this week with a barrage of rockets from Lebanon, marking the biggest escalation on their northern border since 2006. Lebanon must crack down on Hamas and hold them accountable for their crimes. Israel hits Hamas tunnels, weapons sites in response to rocket attacks from Gaza, Lebanon... | timesofisrael.com”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepDonBacon for standing with our ally Israel! America must support Israel as it acts to protect its citizens from terrorism. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to quoted tweet”

Bacon (R-NE-2) 04/08/2023: Retweet of @chayarivka – “Palestinian terrorists *today* have killed two British young women, critically injured their mother, killed an Italian tourist, and injured many other tourists. Palestinian terrorism is a threat to EVERYONE. Israel just happens to be on the frontline fighting it.”

Craig (D-MN-2) 04/07/2023: Twitter thread – “Our ally Israel has the right to defend itself & I condemn the indiscriminate rocket attacks this week from terrorist groups in Gaza & Lebanon in the strongest possible terms. This underscores why Congress must continue to robustly fund the Iron Dome Missile Defense System. As so many gather with their loved ones to observe Passover, Ramadan and Easter, I am praying for peace in the region and an end to this violence.”

Frankel (D-FL-22) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “I strongly condemn the terrorist rocket attacks in Israel during the Passover, Easter, & Ramadan holidays. We must continue to support Israel's right to defend itself, and continue to invest in life-saving systems like the Iron Dome.”

Gimenez (R-FL-28) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “🚨The cowardly, violent terrorist attacks against our ally, the democratic, Jewish State of #Israel once again shows the importance of the life-saving Iron Dome defense system. #StandWithIsrael 🇺🇸🤝🏻🇮🇱 At least 34 rockets fired into Israel, 25 intercepted by Iron Dome | Fox News Video”

Gimenez (R-FL-28) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepCarlos for your strong support of our ally Israel! 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Allies stand together Link to quoted tweet”

Gonzales (R-TX-23) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “Innocent Israeli civilians are under a constant threat of terror. Beyond shameful for those who incite violence. 🇮🇱 🇺🇸 Link to quoted tweetTourist killed, five others hurt in terror attack on Tel Aviv promenade (Tourist killed, five others hurt in terror attack on Tel Aviv promenade... | timesofisrael.com)”

Gonzales (R-TX-23) 04/08/2023: Retweet of @marcmolinaro – “Continued and escalating attacks against innocent Israeli civilians and visitors - these holy days - or any day, are shameful and hate filled. We stand with Israel. Link to quoted tweet”

Gonzalez (D-TX-34) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “These attacks against Israel are concerning, especially during the time of Passover. I stand with Israel and its right to defend itself from these horrific attacks.”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepJoshG for standing with our ally Israel! America must support Israel as it acts to protect its citizens from terrorism. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to quoted tweet”

Kim (R-CA-40) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “I stand with the people of Israel & their right to defend themselves as they continue to experience rocket attacks. America stands with you! 🇺🇸🇮🇱”

Molinaro (R-NY-19) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @IsraelNitzan – “Thank you my friend @RepMolinaroNY19! Link to quoted tweet”

Molinaro (R-NY-19) 04/08/2023: Tweet – “Continued and escalating attacks against innocent Israeli civilians and visitors - these holy days - or any day, are shameful and hate filled. We stand with Israel. Link to quoted tweetTourist killed, five others hurt in terror attack on Tel Aviv promenade (Tourist killed, five others hurt in terror attack on Tel Aviv promenade... | timesofisrael.com)”

Pallone (D-NJ-6) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “Yesterday, militants in Lebanon fired over 30 rockets across Israel's northern border. The vast majority were intercepted by the Iron Dome Defense System, saving countless lives. This is why I support Congressional funding to provide military aid for Israel's defense. Link to quoted tweetDozens of rockets were fired from Lebanon into Israel on Thursday, the Israeli military said, in a major escalation that comes amid tensions over Israeli police operations at the al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem. (Dozens of rockets fired from Lebanon into Israel, IDF says | CNN)”

Risch (R-ID) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “I condemn the deplorable acts of violence against innocent Israeli, UK, & Italian civilians. The U.S. stands with our ally #Israel. As we commemorate Passover, Ramadan, & Easter for Jews, Muslims, & Christians, we must denounce the voices of extremism.”

Rosen (D-NV) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “I strongly condemn the rocket and terrorist attacks targeting civilians in Israel during Passover. We must continue to support life-saving systems like Iron Dome that enable Israel to defend itself.”

Sullivan (R-AK) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “This week, the world commemorates the Exodus and liberation of the Israelites from Egypt. Julie and I want to wish the world's Jewish community, including Alaska's “Frozen Chosen,” and all those celebrating a very happy and peaceful #Passover. Chag Sameach! Link to image”

Van Orden (R-WI-3) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “The terrorist attacks on Israel are unacceptable and need to be condemned in the strongest possible terms by the Biden administration. 2 killed in West Bank after Israel strikes Lebanon, Gaza... | apnews.com”

Syria

Van Hollen (D-MD) 04/08/2023: Tweet – “This attack threatened the lives of U.S. military personnel, Syrian Democratic Forces, and General Mazloum Abdi, a critical U.S. ally in the fight against the Islamic State. This is unacceptable. There must be a full investigation and those responsible must be held accountable. Link to quoted tweetA drone strike in northern Iraq targeted a Syrian Kurdish leader who has been an American ally in the fight against Islamic State, U.S. officials said Friday (Drone Strike in Iraq Targets Syrian Kurdish Leader, a U.S. Ally... | on.wsj.com)”

Iran

Murphy (D-CT) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “After years of nightmarish conflict, there may be a glimmer of hope in Yemen. Even if China's mediation between Iran and Saudi Arabia helped make this moment possible, the U.S. should do everything in our power to get Yemen into a true peace process. Saudi-led coalition lifts more restrictions on Yemen's imports... | reuters.com”

Saudi Arabia

Kiggans (R-VA-2) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “The Senate and President Biden have the chance to avoid gas price increases by passing and signing into law H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act…! I hope they choose to join us and lower costs for the American people…! Saudis, other oil giants announce surprise production cuts... | abcnews.go.com”

United Arab Emirates

Whitehouse (D-RI) 04/08/2023: Tweet – “Not a great move in their battle for cred. Revealed: UAE plans huge oil and gas expansion as it hosts UN climate summit... | theguardian.com”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Bacon (R-NE-2) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “Wishing a #HappyPassover to all our Jewish friends celebrating this week in Nebraska and across the globe. Praying for a joyous and reverent week with family.”

Davidson (R-OH-8) 04/07/2023: Twitter thread – “Thankful for @Riley_Gaines_ and @IWF defending freedom. Title IX has worked to advance women's sports. Now activists engage in violence to deny this truth: xy ≠ xx. #SaveWomensSports Link to quoted tweetWe strongly condemn the violence perpetrated against @iwf spokeswoman @Riley_Gaines_ on @SFSU campus. Riley was violently accosted, ambushed, and physically assaulted during a speech on sex discrimination women face in their own single-sex sports category. (Link to twitter.com) The real “culture warriors” committed to a “long march through the institutions” in order to “fundamentally remake America”. Cultural Marxists. Biden Plan for Transgender Title IX Protections Began on Inauguration Day... | nytimes.com   Link to reply@WarrenDavidson Dog whistle glossary: "Cultural Marxism" = Judaism @Geiiga No, Gramsci was Italian. Antonio Gramsci - Wikipedia”

Johnson (D-GA-4) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “Today, I celebrate Jewish communities. During this #Passover, let us remember the importance of overcoming adversity and antisemitism, and working toward freedom for all peoples. #ChagSameach to all who celebrate.”

Afghanistan

Britt (R-AL) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @yhn – “Britt said the Afghanistan withdrawal was a global embarrassment and the Biden administration isn't owning up to its significant failures. #alpolitics Britt: NSC's Afghanistan review 'an insult' - Yellowhammer News”

Crow (D-CO-6) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “As an Afghanistan veteran and Ranking Member of @HouseForeign's Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee, I will continue working to provide a full, facts-based accounting of our nation's longest war. U.S. Acknowledges It Should Have Started Evacuations From Afghanistan Sooner... | nytimes.com   Show more”

Good (R-VA-5) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @HannahBrandt_TV – “The Biden Admin. just put out a report about the deadly and chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. In large part it points the finger at the Trump Administration, which has Republican lawmakers like @RepBobGood & @RepJenKiggans outraged and calling for more accountability. Link to video”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “13 Americans were tragically MURDERED because of Biden's botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, and he calls this a success? This administration is a TOTAL FAILURE. Somebody needs to be held accountable for the MESS they created!! Link to video”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 04/08/2023: Tweet – “The Biden Administration genuinely DOES NOT CARE about their failures in Afghanistan. They don't care that we were HUMILIATED on the national stage, and they certainly don't care about the 13 service members who lost their lives. Their only concern is pushing their WOKE agenda.… Show more   Link to video”

Kim (R-CA-40) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “Apparently everyone but the Biden administration saw chaos during the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan that cost the lives of U.S. service members, stranded Americans & allies, left Afghans under the mercy of the Taliban & destroyed opportunities for women & girls. Link to video”

Langworthy (R-NY-23) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “13 US service members laid down their lives when President Biden recklessly withdrew from Afghanistan. Now his administration is gaslighting the American people & deflecting the blame. His response is an insult to our active military forces & veterans. Biden administration completes after-action reports on Afghanistan withdrawal... | cbsnews.com”

Lesko (R-AZ-8) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “The Biden Administration ALONE is responsible for the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan. Thirteen Americans died because of President Biden's failed leadership, yet this administration continues to shamefully pass the buck for the withdrawal. Biden admin review of Afghanistan withdrawal repeatedly blames Trump... | foxnews.com”

Mast (R-FL-21) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “Kirby: “This argument is just ludicrous - that we left millions of dollars of stuff in Afghanistan.” He's right. It is ludicrous to think they only left millions of dollars of stuff - it was BILLIONS worth of the best military equipment in the world. $7.12 billion, to be exact.”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 04/07/2023: Twitter thread – “CHM @RepMcCaul: “John Kirby's comments yesterday on not seeing the chaos during the botched Afghanistan withdrawal are a stark 180 from his own prior comments saying there was chaos. Americans deserve accountability and House Republicans will deliver.” On August 24, 2021, John Kirby said during the Biden withdrawal and evacuations there was "physical crush and chaos." Read more in the committee's interim report on the investigation into the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal ⬇️ Link to PDF | foreignaffairs.house.gov”

Mills (R-FL-7) 04/08/2023: Tweet – “Army veteran GOP rep pushes to impeach defense secretary over 'woke' military, Afghanistan debacle | Fox News Army veteran GOP rep pushes to impeach defense secretary over 'woke' military, Afghanistan debacle... | foxnews.com”

Mooney (R-WV-2) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @votetimscott – “If you don't see it, you weren't looking. The Biden administration refuses to take responsibility for their failures in Afghanistan. Link to video”

Nunn (R-IA-3) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “The botched Afghanistan withdrawal cost lives. There's no excuse. So, why is the White House still trying to cast blame on others and deflect criticism instead of taking accountability and ensuring it never happens? I will continue fighting to get justice. U.S. Acknowledges It Should Have Started Evacuations From Afghanistan Sooner... | nytimes.com”

Owens (R-UT-4) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “It was a pleasure to meet with @SayedSamiSadat, Masood Bakhtawar, & @CrystalBayat37 to hear about their noble quest to take their home country of Afghanistan back from the Taliban. I admire their courage & stand with them, & all Afghans, against the brutality of the Taliban. Link to image”

Scott (R-SC) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “If you don't see it, you weren't looking. The Biden administration refuses to take responsibility for their failures in Afghanistan. Link to video”

Thune (R-SD) 04/07/2023: Twitter thread – “The Afghanistan report confirms the tragic error of withdrawing troops based on a date advertised to the Taliban, not security conditions on the ground. While our troops leading the Kabul airlift performed bravely despite the chaos, 13 heroes made the ultimate sacrifice. Link to quoted tweetWhite House insists Afghanistan report not about 'accountability'; didn't see 'chaos' in deadly withdrawal (White House insists Afghanistan report not about 'accountability'; didn't see 'chaos' in deadly withdrawal... | fxn.ws) The president's lack of an effective plan left Americans and Afghan allies stranded. While the administration tries to pass the buck, we know warnings like the State Department dissent cable were ignored.”

Trahan (D-MA-3) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @iine – “Thank you @RepLoriTrahan for presenting the Lowell Community Health Center with $2.77 million in federal funding for Greater Lowell Afghan refugee services. Read about it here //bit.ly/41a2PBD #regugee #immigrant #migration #community #Lowell #NewEngland #IINE #LoriTrahan Link to image”

Van Duyne (R-TX-24) 04/07/2023: Twitter thread – “This week's #TX24 Hometown Hero is Robert Pinholt, who served our country in the @USArmy, spending 16 months in Afghanistan. Robert is co-founder & CEO of Coppell-based @ClaymoreOps, which provides a mentorship program to prepare our active-duty service members for civilian life. Link to image Thank you, Robert, for being a guiding light for the brave men and women who serve our country.”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @MorganOrtagus – “President Biden's latest report on Afghanistan blames President Trump and public servants for his failures. It is a shameful work of fiction and gaslighting. Let's check some of their “facts”. 🧵 Link to image”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “Shameful that Biden shifted blame for his botched Afghanistan withdrawal – which resulted in the murder of 13 US service members, and Taliban in charge. In 2021, Biden said military leaders ‘subscribe to the mission as designed.' Take responsibility. Biden report on Afghanistan withdrawal blames Trump... | reuters.com”

Other - Middle East

Magaziner (D-RI-2) 04/07/2023: Tweet – “It is an honor to welcome home these heroes from the RI National Guard, who are returning from a yearlong deployment in the Middle East. It is their brave service that keeps our nation safe and our democratic ideals secure. Link to video”

Reed (D-RI) 04/07/2023: Retweet of @Rep_Magaziner – “It is an honor to welcome home these heroes from the RI National Guard, who are returning from a yearlong deployment in the Middle East. It is their brave service that keeps our nation safe and our democratic ideals secure. Link to video”