Last updated on Fri April 21, 2023 at 12:41 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Armstrong (R-ND-0) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “North Dakota's students are the best. Appreciated spending time with students from Finley-Sharon High School and Hebron High School on the steps of the U.S. Capitol this week. Link to image”
Budd (R-NC) 04/21/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Iran has used drones to attack Americans 78 times since January 2021. Israeli innovation in counter-drone technology helps secure Americans at home and prevent attacks on our citizens abroad. Thank you @SenGillibrand and @SenTedBuddNC for leading this bipartisan letter… Show more Link to image”
Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL-20) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “The appearances of Israeli President Isaac Herzog and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at yesterday's Warsaw Ghetto Uprising anniversary event remind us that all leaders on the world stage must stand up to antisemitism. Poland marks 80th anniversary of Warsaw Ghetto Uprising... | ow.ly”
Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 04/20/2023: Twitter thread – “This is truly vile. Antisemitism is rising across our nation and it must be addressed immediately. We cannot ignore a Jewish student being physically mutilated. We cannot ignore neo-Nazi rallies in our communities. We cannot ignore antisemitic graffiti in our schools. Link to quoted tweetThe FBI has opened an investigation into an incident in which a 17-year-old autistic and visibly Jewish boy from Las Vegas, Nevada returned home from public school early last month with a swastika carved into his back. #Swastika | #Antisemitism | #FBI (Swastika carved onto back of Jewish autistic teen, FBI investigating... | jpost.com) Across our nation, antisemitic incidents spiked more than 30% in 2021 and increased 25% across NJ. We must fight for robust education on the Holocaust and the long history of antisemitism. My bipartisan Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons (HEAL) Act, will do just that.”
Hoeven (R-ND) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “Wishing a very happy birthday to Finley-Sharon student Justina this week. Met her and a great group of students from Finley-Sharon and Hebron High Schools while they're in town with @Closeup_DC. We sang happy birthday of course & they shared their plans for the future with me. Link to image”
Kaptur (D-OH-9) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @AJCGlobal – “We were honored to join Polish Amb. @MMagierowski, @StateSEAS Lipstadt, @RepMarcyKaptur, and our friends at the @PolishEmbassyUS to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. AJC's Rabbi Andrew Baker spoke on the memory of the victims. Link to quoted tweet”
Kaptur (D-OH-9) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @mmagierowski – “A moving event at 🇵🇱 residence commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. Honouring heroes and speaking out against today's anti-Semitism. Heartfelt thanks to our partners => @AJCGlobal and to @StateSEAS, @RepMarcyKaptur, @MaxMillerOH for your attendance. Link to image”
Morelle (D-NY-25) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “Honored to join the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester to celebrate Israel's 75th birthday. I'm proud to always stand with our Jewish community as we work to preserve and strengthen the close relationship between America and Israel. Link to image”
Pfluger (R-TX-11) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Iran-backed terrorists in Gaza and Lebanon build tunnels to launch attacks against Israelis. Thank you @RepSchneider @RepKManning @RepPfluger @RepDLamborn for leading this bipartisan letter supporting $47.5M for 🇺🇸🇮🇱 anti-tunnel cooperation. Full letter: FINAL FY24 US-Israel Anti-Tunneling Appropriations Request - Version #1 - 03-23-2023 @ 02-14 PM.pdf | Powered by Box Link to image”
Wagner (R-MO-2) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “RELEASE: Wagner Introduces Resolution Honoring the 75th Anniversary of U.S.-Israel Relations Read more here ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Wagner Introduces Resolution Honoring the 75th Anniversary of U.S.-Israel Relations | Congresswoman Ann Wagner”
Iran
Risch (R-ID) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “This Sunday, April 23rd, marks 5 years since American #EmadShargi was wrongfully detained in #Iran. It is an outrage he has not been released, and I reiterate my call to @POTUS to meet with his family and secure his release.”
Ruppersberger (D-MD-2) 04/21/2023: Retweet of @WMAR2News – “Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger signs on to co-sponsor resolution condemning the Iranian government for their lack of action in the poisoning of Iranian schoolgirls: Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger co-sponsors resolution condemning Iranian government... | wmar2news.com”
Saudi Arabia
Welch (D-VT) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “I'm encouraged by the progress toward ending Yemen's civil war. This is a humanitarian crisis. We should end U.S. military support to this Saudi-led war and help relieve the suffering of the Yemeni people. Link to quoted tweetHouthi official says Yemen peace talks made progress, further rounds planned (Houthi official says Yemen peace talks made progress, further rounds planned... | reut.rs) (Link to twitter.com)”
Tunisia
Meeks (D-NY-5) 04/20/2023: Twitter thread – “Ranking Members @RepGregoryMeeks, @RepDeanPhillips issue statement following the sudden arrest of #Tunisia's opposition leader, Rachid al-Ghannouchi 👇🏿 Link to image View full release: Meeks, Phillips Condemn Arrest of Tunisia's Opposition Leader & Democratic Backsliding... | democrats-foreignaffairs.house.gov”
Sudan
Castro (D-TX-20) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @TheLeadCNN – “The United States is positioning troops near Sudan for a possible embassy evacuation as deadly clashes between rival military factions rage @OrenCNN and @kylieatwood report Link to video”
Jacobs (D-CA-51) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @pulitzercenter – “Today! Don't miss a discussion on the U.S. involvement in Africa with grantee Phil Cox, @Seharrison7, @RobbieGramer, @MvembaDizolele, and Nureldin Satti. Plus, Congresswomen @SaraJacobsCA opening remarks and 'The Spider-Man of Sudan' screening. 👉 Protests, Coups, and U.S. Involvement in Africa: Discussion and Screening of 'The Spider-Man of Sudan'... | bit.ly Link to image”
Kaine (D-VA) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “Eid Mubarak! I was honored to visit the Islamic Center of Henrico this morning for Eid prayers. The growth of our Muslim community in Virginia is a blessing to our Commonwealth. Today, I'm praying for Sudan and all who have family in Sudan and calling for peace. Link to image”
Kaine (D-VA) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “"I'm monitoring the conflict in Sudan. I've been in contact with the State Department & Administration. The safety & security of U.S. Embassy personnel & citizens should be our priority. I'm urging both sides to end the violence and commit to a ceasefire before Eid al-Fitr." – TK”
Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-8) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @CmteOnCCPDems – “Ranking Member @CongressmanRaja quoted in today's National Security Daily from @alexbward & @politico: "Every one of us walked out of that exercise more committed than ever to deterring and preventing a conflict with the CCP." Full quote in here: Troops moving in place for possible Sudan embassy evac... | politico.com”
Risch (R-ID) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “20yrs on from the horrific genocide in #Darfur, we are concerned by the latest cycle of violence in #Sudan. These hostilities must end, & the Biden Admin must hold accountable those committing human rights abuses. Risch, Scott Statement on Unrest in Sudan, 20 Years After Darfur Genocide | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”
Scott (R-SC) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @SenateForeign – “20yrs on from the horrific genocide in #Darfur, we are concerned by the latest cycle of violence in #Sudan. These hostilities must end, & the Biden Admin must hold accountable those committing human rights abuses. Risch, Scott Statement on Unrest in Sudan, 20 Years After Darfur Genocide | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”
Wilson (R-SC-2) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “Evidence of Wagner Group's involvement in the unfolding crisis in Sudan further underscores why designating this criminal proxy of Putin as Foreign Terrorist Organization is so critical. As the co-lead of the HARM Act, I urge the Administration to act NOW.”
Pakistan
Doggett (D-TX-37) 04/21/2023: Twitter thread – “I am concerned about human rights, the rule of law, and democracy in Pakistan. As Human Rights Watch notes, vague and over-broad anti-terrorism laws should not be used as the basis for arbitrary or abusive force against civilians. You can also read the Amnesty International report on Pakistan here: Human rights in Pakistan... | amnesty.org”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Frankel (D-FL-22) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “Today I attended the National Commemoration of the Days of Remembrance to keep the memory of those murdered in the Holocaust alive, honor the survivors, & pay tribute to the rescuers & liberators. Together, we say #NeverAgain. Watch the special ceremony: 2023 Days of Remembrance Commemoration... | ushmm.org”
Hayes (D-CT-5) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “This week we joined the Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut in recognizing #YomHaShoah. On this solemn occasion, we remember the millions of lives lost during the Holocaust and recommit to standing up for human rights everywhere and defeating antisemitism. Link to image”
Houlahan (D-PA-6) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “My parents and I had the honor of attending an event in the U.S. Capitol commemorating the Days of Remembrance. It was impactful to be with Holocaust survivors, including my dad, and see the flags of the @USArmy Divisions that helped liberate so many from concentration camps. Link to image”
Lee (D-PA-12) 04/21/2023: Twitter thread – “Fascism, racism, xenophobia & anti-semitism are on the rise…*everywhere* If we're looking at our neighbors, folks in the next state, or across the country like “that's not my problem” — we couldn't be more dangerously wrong. Great interview with @jackienpadilla on @Snapchat! Link to video 📹: @politico!”
Lee (D-PA-12) 04/21/2023: Twitter thread – “The Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh has sat empty for nearly 5 years after the worst antisemitic attack in American history. I'm working to secure $3.45M in funding for the congregation to gather and teach about antisemitism & Jewish identity. Pa.'s Tree of Life synagogue, site of deadly shooting, to become a sanctuary, museum, memorial... | pennlive.com I'm also working to secure $547,212 to the Healing Partnership at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh to respond to the ongoing trauma that is guaranteed to increase with the trial starting on Monday. Robert Bowers trial: What you need to know about Tree of Life synagogue shooting case... | triblive.com”
Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “This statistic is alarming. That's why I became an original co-sponsor of the bipartisan Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons (HEAL) Act. If we really mean Never Again, we have to teach future generations about this evil. #LearnToNeverForget Link to quoted tweetAs time moves on and we lose those who survived or bore witness to the Holocaust, it becomes our duty to help people #LearnToNeverForget. Join us in calling attention to the importance of Holocaust education to safeguard future generations from the perils of antisemitism & hate. (Link to twitter.com)”
Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @Fla_Pol – “.@MarioDB, @JaredEMoskowitz urge VA to accommodate burial needs for Jewish veterans Reporting by @JesseScheckner Mario Díaz-Balart, Jared Moskowitz urge VA to accommodate burial needs for Jewish veterans... | flapol.com #FlaPol”
Phillips (D-MN-3) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @SecBlinken – “Among the powerful lessons we reflect on this Yom HaShoah is that the mass murder of 6 million Jews was not a sudden or singular act, but rather the culmination of countless incremental steps designed to vilify and dehumanize people. We must remember, now and always. Link to quoted tweet”
Smucker (R-PA-11) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “Each year during Days of Remembrance, #WeRemember the six million Jews who were murdered & honor the survivors. Watch the ceremony as @HolocaustMuseum leads the nation in honoring the rescuers, celebrating the liberators, & paying tribute to the survivors. 2023 Days of Remembrance Commemoration... | ushmm.org”
Wild (D-PA-7) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “Every year during Days of Remembrance, #WeRemember the six million Jews who were murdered, honoring their stories, and paying tribute to the survivors. And we pledge our enduring commitment to keep their memories alive and to #NeverForget. 2023 Days of Remembrance Commemoration... | ushmm.org”
Afghanistan
Comer (R-KY-1) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @GOPoversight – “🚨HEARING WRAP UP🚨 ▪️The Biden Administration's poor decisions & execution led to catastrophic Afghanistan withdrawal ▪️U.S. taxpayer dollars are going to the Taliban ▪️The Biden Administration is obstructing the Inspector General's investigations Hearing Wrap Up: Americans Deserve Answers on President Biden's Catastrophic Afghanistan Withdrawal - United States House Committee on Oversight and Accountability”
Ernst (R-IA) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “We have gone from waging war on the Taliban to arming and subsidizing the terrorist group under the Biden administration. Inspector General Says U.S. Aid May Be Flowing to the Taliban... | nytimes.com”
Fallon (R-TX-4) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “Who made the arbitrary, political decision to withdraw from Afghanistan before Sept. 11, 2021? Who is responsible for the disastrous withdrawal? Not Donald Trump. It's Joe Biden. Thank you to @toddstarnes as always for having me on! Should Conservatives Flee War-Torn Democrat Cities? - The Todd Starnes Show”
Fallon (R-TX-4) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @FRCdc – “.@RepPatFallon discusses how House Republicans are holding the Biden administration accountable for their botched withdrawal from Afghanistan. @tperkins Rep. Pat Fallon discusses holding the Biden Admin accountable for its botched Afghanistan withdrawal... | youtube.com”
Fallon (R-TX-4) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “Biden told us the buck stops with him. Why is he still blaming Trump for the Afghanistan debacle? @GOPoversight heard firsthand this week how the Biden admin's lack of an exit strategy led to the disastrous withdrawal. 👇My latest in @NewsweekOpinion👇 House Republicans Will Hold Biden Accountable for Afghanistan Debacle... | newsweek.com”
Higgins (R-LA-3) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “The Afghanistan retreat, overall, was a shocking failure by the Biden WH, and 13 American military personnel died because Biden wouldn't give the order to shoot or arrest the jihadist bomber. Link to video”
LaTurner (R-KS-2) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “President Biden's weakness on the world stage has emboldened our adversaries. The botched withdrawal from Afghanistan underscores much of the geopolitical upheaval we're witnessing today—and it all could have been avoided. Link to video”
Mace (R-SC-1) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “The Administration botched the Afghanistan withdrawal - accountability is here. The @SecDef even said he had no regrets about the withdrawal after we lost 13 American soldiers. Disgraceful. Link to video”
Mast (R-FL-21) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “Billions worth of the best military equipment in the world was left behind in Afghanistan. Don't let the White House downplay this failure - Joe Biden must be held accountable. Link to image”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “CHM @RepMcCaul: “The Biden admin's withdrawal from Afghanistan was an unmitigated disaster of epic proportions. We need to get answers and accountability to the American people.” @margbrennan covers the latest below⬇️ Link to video”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “ICYMI🚨CHM @RepMcCaul sat with @greta on @NEWSMAX discussing yesterday's hearing on Putin's war crimes and the Afghanistan withdrawal as a turning point of weakness by @POTUS. Link to video”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “The State Department has not complied despite their legal obligation to do so. It makes you wonder what they're hiding… Americans deserve to know. State Department misses subpoena deadline to provide Afghanistan cable to House GOP... | thehill.com”
Risch (R-ID) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “It is unacceptable that the Biden Admin can't guarantee American aid is not funding the #Taliban. As I laid out in my report last year, the admin's botched withdrawal from #Afghanistan has not only abandoned the Afghan people, but strengthened the Taliban. Risch Publishes Report on Biden Administration's Strategic Failures During Afghanistan Withdrawal | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “At the current rate of processing, it will take THIRTY ONE YEARS to get SIV holders that we left behind out of Afghanistan. It's infuriating and disgraceful. Link to video”
Wicker (R-MS) 04/20/2023: Tweet – “Since the beginning of the Afghanistan debacle, I have pressed the administration for the truth. I will keep doing so. #WickerReport Abandoning partners, blaming others weakens US stature... | djournal.com”
Other - Middle East
Merkley (D-OR) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “When our allies violate U.S. sovereignty by going after dissidents abroad, we have to question whether they are reliable allies. At the very least, we need to hold them accountable. My Transnational Repression Policy Act would do just that. U.S. allies in Middle East target dissidents on American soil, report says... | washingtonpost.com”
Omar (D-MN-5) 04/20/2023: Retweet of @MiddleEastEye – “On a daily basis, Ilhan Omar's office is inundated with obscene, racist and hate-filled messages. @azadessa & @umaribnfarooq shed light on the barrage of attacks against the Black and visibly Muslim lawmaker Navigating hate and death threats: What it's like working for Ilhan Omar... | middleeasteye.net”
Van Duyne (R-TX-24) 04/21/2023: Tweet – “My friend @CBPMarkMorgan is spot on here: Mexican drug cartels pose as much of a threat to our country as a terrorist organization! We must treat them like we did ISIS and be committed to ending their existence. #BorderPatrol @BPUnion Link to video”