Members on the Record (Automated) for Mon May 01, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Ciscomani (R-AZ-6) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “From fighting for our veterans to highlighting our student artists and celebrating 75 years of Israeli freedom, it's been a fantastic week! WATCH the latest #CiscomaniMinute now! ⬇️ Link to video”

Ciscomani (R-AZ-6) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “75 years ago, the U.S. became the 1st nation to recognize Israel. Today our partnership is stronger than ever. In Congress, I'll always stand firm with our ally & friend Israel. Appreciate the opportunity to celebrate this milestone with the Tucson Jewish Community Center! 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to image”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “.@RepMaxMiller & I were happy to introduce @RepLaLota & @RepHouchin to our friend and my #NY04 neighbor @DavidM_Friedman. His work negotiating the Abraham Accords is the foundation of a peace process in the Middle East. #Israel75 Link to image”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “#LongIsland in the house! .@RepGarbarino & @RepLaLota & I ran into #NassauCountyNY neighbors in Jerusalem, celebrating Israel after 75 years of independence. They were thrilled to see their reps focused on the future - innovation, strength & peace. 🇺🇸 🇮🇱 Link to image”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “.@MaxMillerOH & I were happy to introduce @nicklalota & @Erin_Houchin to our friend and my #NY04 neighbor @DavidM_Friedman. His work negotiating the Abraham Accords is the foundation of a peace process in the Middle East. #Israel75 Link to image”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 04/30/2023: In reply to TweetWhat a pleasure to join with Speaker McCarthy, Knesset Speaker Ohana and a bipartisan delegation of Congress (including my old home town congressman Anthony D'Esposito) at an amazing dinner at Chagall Hall in the Knesset. The vibes could not have been warmer! (Link to twitter.com) – “@DavidM_Friedman Great to see you! 🇺🇸 🇮🇱”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 04/30/2023: Retweet of @epost1020 – “Proud to see @RepLaLota @RepGarbarino @ANTHONYDESPO, three proud supporters of the Jewish State on a bipartisan CODEL to Israel celebrating its 75th anniversary. Thank you for all you do to support a strong bipartisan U.S.-Israel relationship! Link to quoted tweet”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @Isaac_Herzog – “Wonderful to host dear friends of the State of Israel this morning at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, Speaker of the US House of Representatives @SpeakerMcCarthy, together with the veteran legislator @RepStenyHoyer and a bipartisan delegation of members of Congress. Link to image”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepDesposito for joining this delegation in Israel with @SpeakerMcCarthy to celebrate 75 years of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship! 🇺🇸🇮🇱 #Israel75 Link to quoted tweet”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “#LongIsland in the house! @GarbarinoforNY @nicklalota & I ran into #NassauCountyNY neighbors in Jerusalem, celebrating Israel after 75 years of independence. They were thrilled to see their reps focused on the future - innovation, strength & peace. 🇺🇸 Link to image”

Frankel (D-FL-22) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “I had a great time at the relaunch of the Latino Jewish Congressional Caucus! Good to see Laurence Milstein, Regional Director for @AJCGlobal Palm Beach County and Lisa Beers, AJC Palm Beach County President representing Florida. Link to image”

Houchin (R-IN-9) 04/30/2023: Retweet of @SpeakerMcCarthy – “I just arrived back in Israel to celebrate their 75th anniversary of independence and to reaffirm the special bond between our nations. I have visited Israel more times than any other country, and today, I come for the first time as Speaker of the House of Representatives. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to image”

Houchin (R-IN-9) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @RepDesposito – “.@RepMaxMiller & I were happy to introduce @RepLaLota & @RepHouchin to our friend and my #NY04 neighbor @DavidM_Friedman. His work negotiating the Abraham Accords is the foundation of a peace process in the Middle East. #Israel75 Link to image”

Jordan (R-OH-4) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “America will always stand with Israel.”

LaLota (R-NY-1) 04/30/2023: Retweet of @RepDesposito – “.@RepMaxMiller & I were happy to introduce @RepLaLota & @RepHouchin to our friend and my #NY04 neighbor @DavidM_Friedman. His work negotiating the Abraham Accords is the foundation of a peace process in the Middle East. #Israel75 Link to image”

LaLota (R-NY-1) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @RepDesposito – “#LongIsland in the house! .@RepGarbarino & @RepLaLota & I ran into #NassauCountyNY neighbors in Jerusalem, celebrating Israel after 75 years of independence. They were thrilled to see their reps focused on the future - innovation, strength & peace. 🇺🇸 🇮🇱 Link to image”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “Honored to be in Israel with @SpeakerMcCarthy for the 75th anniversary of one of our strongest and closest allies in the world. It has been a moving experience to visit the Holy Land in Jerusalem and pray among the masses. Looking forward to the Speaker's address to the Knesset. Link to image”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “May is Jewish American Heritage Month. As we celebrate Israel's 75th birthday we recognize & celebrate the contributions by millions of Jewish Americans. Honored to represent one of the largest Jewish constituencies in the US and to be kicking off this important month in Israel. Link to image”

Letlow (R-LA-5) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @SpeakerMcCarthy – “This bipartisan delegation stands today not only as American Congressional members, but as true friends of Israel. America is grateful for our friendship with Israel. We are a better nation because of it. And we must never shy away from defending it. Kevin McCarthy... | twitter.com”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 04/30/2023: Retweet of @RepDesposito – “Honored to join the congressional delegation to #Israel led by @SpeakerMcCarthy as we celebrate our ally's 75th year of independence. The USA and Israel enjoy a special relationship - I am committed to strengthening this partnership & deepening the ties between Israel & #NY04. Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 04/30/2023: Retweet of @RepMaxMiller – “I had the opportunity to join @SpeakerMcCarthy and a bipartisan delegation to Israel and Jordan for meetings with these important allies. I appreciated their hospitality and look forward to many more years of friendship between our countries. Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @RepMikeLawler – “Honored to be in Israel with @SpeakerMcCarthy for the 75th anniversary of one of our strongest and closest allies in the world. It has been a moving experience to visit the Holy Land in Jerusalem and pray among the masses. Looking forward to the Speaker's address to the Knesset. Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @usembassyjlm – “Stephanie Hallett, our Deputy Chief of Mission, welcomed @SpeakerMcCarthy and a bipartisan delegation visiting Israel to celebrate 75 years of U.S.- Israel relations 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to video”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @westernwall_il – “Congressman Kevin McCarthy, Speaker of the House of Representatives of the United States, at the Western Wall: "Israel is a blessed nation, and due to our shared values, there is an unbreakable bond between Israel and the United States." #thewesternwall #thekotel #israel #USA Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @AmirOhana – “Stronger together 🇮🇱🇺🇸 (Photos: Noam Moskowitz | Knesset Press Office) Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Starting soon: 75 years after declaring independence, Israel's light shines brighter than ever. In recognition of our unbreakable friendship, I will be addressing the Knesset to celebrate and reaffirm the special bond between our two great nations. Tune in at:… Show more”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “For three quarters of a century, Israel has been a beacon of freedom, progress, and democracy. After 75 years of friendship between the US and Israel, I know this to be true: the best days for Israel—and our unbreakable bond—are ahead of us. Kevin McCarthy... | twitter.com”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “America is grateful for our friendship with Israel. We are a better nation because of it. And we must never shy away from defending it. I believe the best days for Israel – and our unbreakable bond – are ahead of us. Link to video”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “I want Congress and the Knesset to work together as closely as possible. That's why I'll establish a House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group – so we can continue to strengthen our bonds, build mutual understanding as elected representatives, and work better together. Link to video”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “This bipartisan delegation stands today not only as American Congressional members, but as true friends of Israel. America is grateful for our friendship with Israel. We are a better nation because of it. And we must never shy away from defending it. Kevin McCarthy... | twitter.com”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “The United States and Israel share a special relationship: we are the only two countries in history that were conceived in liberty and dedicated to the proposition that we are all equal. I know the best days for Israel—and our unbreakable bond—are ahead of us. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to image”

Miller (R-OH-7) 05/01/2023: Retweet of @AmirOhana – “Stronger together 🇮🇱🇺🇸 (Photos: Noam Moskowitz | Knesset Press Office) Link to image”

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “It's a pleasure to be here in Israel with our ally to celebrate its 75th anniversary. This congressional delegation visit has been a great opportunity to meet with leaders on a wide range of issues and reaffirm the United States' solidarity with Israel. #Israel75 🇮🇱 Link to image”

Westerman (R-AR-4) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “The US and Israel share a special relationship, and what an honor it is to visit with @SpeakerMcCarthy and a bipartisan Congressional Delegation for the 75th anniversary of our ally's independence. Link to image”

Syria

Cruz (R-TX) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Last week I met with Syrian opposition figures and dissidents who are speaking out against the Assad regime and efforts to normalize with the regime. The regime is an Iranian proxy that undermines the safety and security of Americans, works with the Iranian regime and Hezbollah… Show more   Link to image”

Iran

Himes (D-CT-4) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “This is what the Taliban, the Iranian regime, and the Chinese communist party do. We are supposed to be the land of the free. Link to quoted tweetNew: An Indiana library's teen section is now mostly empty after Republicans gained seats on the public library's board of trustees— they have ordered a review including of Avengers graphic novels & Captain America comics. It will cost upwards of $300,000. (Teen shelves half empty at Hamilton East as library conducts $300K board-pushed book review... | indystar.com)”

Jordan

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “Members of the bipartisan congressional delegation to the Middle East led by @SpeakerMcCarthy met with King Abdullah II of #Jordan. It was a pleasure to meet the King and discuss ways we can strengthen the strategic alliance between our two countries. 🇺🇸 Link to image”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “Members of the bipartisan congressional delegation to the Middle East led by @SpeakerMcCarthy met with @KingAbdullahII of #Jordan. It was a pleasure to meet the King and discuss ways we can strengthen the strategic alliance between our two countries. 🇺🇸 Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 04/30/2023: Retweet of @RepDesposito – “Members of the bipartisan congressional delegation to the Middle East led by @SpeakerMcCarthy met with King Abdullah II of #Jordan. It was a pleasure to meet the King and discuss ways we can strengthen the strategic alliance between our two countries. 🇺🇸 Link to image”

Sudan

Allred (D-TX-32) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “I applaud our government's work to evacuate as many remaining US citizens as possible from Sudan as conditions continue to worsen. The Sudanese people deserve the democracy their people have demanded, not the selfish actions of warring generals. US launches first mass evacuation effort from Sudan... | abcnews.go.com”

Warner (D-VA) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “My statement on the ongoing situation in Sudan. Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “This Jewish American Heritage Month, let's celebrate the Jewish American community and our history. As we continue to combat antisemitism, it's vital that we also celebrate our community's vibrancy and perseverance and the contributions Jewish Americans have made to our nation. Link to quoted tweetI am thrilled to share @POTUS's 2023 Jewish American Heritage Month Proclamation.    It recognizes what we all know - that since the very beginning, the story of the Jewish people has been woven into the fabric of our Nation. (A Proclamation on Jewish American Heritage Month, 2023 - The White House)”

Crockett (D-TX-30) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “It's May, the month for honoring Jewish American Heritage! Texan Jews have made their mark not only on our country—but the world. From Michael @Dell of the computers we've all come to know, to Dallas Mayor Adlene Harrison, the history is rich & the future is looking bright.”

Curtis (R-UT-3) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “May is Jewish American Heritage Month—a time to celebrate and honor the remarkable contributions of Jewish Americans to our nation's history. As we commemorate, recognize the importance of standing against antisemitism and fostering a culture of respect and inclusion for all. Link to image”

Goldman (D-NY-10) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “I joined @AndyOstroy in The Back Room to talk about my first 100 days in office and a few of the issues most important to me. Click here to listen:  ‎The Back Room with Andy Ostroy: Rep. Dan Goldman and Kat Abughazaleh on Apple Podcasts... | podcasts.apple.com   Link to quoted tweet"It's very scary to think about the rise in Holocaust denialism & the impact of father time & that there are fewer & fewer survivors to tell their stories" @RepDanGoldman discusses the #Holocaust, #antiSemitism & so much more in our chat in The Back Room: (‎The Back Room with Andy Ostroy: Rep. Dan Goldman and Kat Abughazaleh on Apple Podcasts... | podcasts.apple.com) (Link to twitter.com)”

Landsman (D-OH-1) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Our strength is in diversity, and our incredible Jewish community has made our nation even stronger. As we mark the first day of Jewish American Heritage Month, let's celebrate the contributions of Jewish Americans and vow to fight even harder to combat antisemitism. #JAHM2023 Link to image”

Levin (D-CA-49) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Happy #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth! This month, we celebrate the contributions that Jewish Americans provide to the rich fabric of our nation. Proud to be a cosponsor of @RepDWStweets's resolution to celebrate #JAHM2023 and join in the fight against antisemitism.”

Manning (D-NC-6) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “May is #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth! Let us honor Jewish contributions to American culture & values and join forces in the fight against antisemitism. As we recognize the start of #JAHM2023, I'm wearing a blue square pin to #StandUpToJewishHate. Link to image”

Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY-14) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Happy Jewish American Heritage Month! This month, we celebrate the many extraordinary contributions of Jewish Americans, and recommit ourselves to combating antisemitism.”

Payne (D-NJ-10) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “May is Jewish-American Heritage Month. It is a time to remember and highlight the key contributions Jewish Americans have made to our country and culture. Link to image”

Payne (D-NJ-10) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “May is Jewish-American Heritage Month. It is a time to remember and highlight the key contributions Jewish Americans have made to our country and culture. Link to image”

Peters (D-MI) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “In honor of Yom HaShoah this month, I participated in the @HolocaustMI's “Unto Every Person There Is a Name” project. We must #NeverForget. #TheHCRemembers Link to video”

Scott (D-VA-3) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “Great seeing @timkaine and member of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater and the Simon Family JCC at today's Yom Ha'Atzmaut Celebration Link to image”

Smith (D-WA-9) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Today is the first day of Jewish American Heritage Month. America is strong because of its diversity, understanding, and inclusion. Let us remember that this month as we celebrate the extraordinary contributions of Jewish Americans and work to combat antisemitism. #JAHM2023”

Stevens (D-MI-11) 04/30/2023: Twitter thread – “Targeted hate and antisemitism have no place in Michigan's 11th District & will not be tolerated. I am devastated to learn of the graffiti at the Woodwood Ave Shul. To our Jewish community: you are loved, you are supported, and we will root out hate wherever it may rear its head. Link to quoted tweetRoyal Oak synagogue vandalized with hate speech (Royal Oak synagogue vandalized with hate speech... | freep.com) Thank you to the Royal Oak Police Department for your swift actions as we continue to uplift this synagogue in love.”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “May is #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth, a time to celebrate the Jewish community's legacy in the U.S. and highlight contributions American Jews made and continue to make to our history & culture. Education is our most powerful tool to reduce antisemitism, hate and bigotry. #JAHM2023 Link to video”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Happy #JAHM2023! Today is the first day of Jewish American Heritage Month. Join me to celebrate vibrant, diverse American Jewish lives and the amazing ways American Jews impacted our broader history and culture. I'm so proud to help make #JAHM a reality and celebrate it with you. Link to video”

Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12) 05/01/2023: Twitter thread – “Jewish history is American history. This #JewishHeritageMonth, let's recognize and celebrate the contributions Jewish Americans have made to our nation. Link to image Like Jewish American poet Emma Lazarus, author Judy Blume, a NJ native – inspired children of all backgrounds. Today, I thank them.”

Wilson (D-FL-24) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “As we celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, I'm proud to honor Jewish Americans' extraordinary contributions to our rich nation and to join forces in the fight against antisemitism. #JAHM2023 Link to image”

Afghanistan

Donalds (R-FL-19) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Says the guy who turned thousands of active duty members of our military into veterans for refusing to take the COVID vaccine. Not to mention the guy whose actions led to the deaths of 13 heroes in Afghanistan. The military community doesn't believe your lies. Link to quoted tweetWe have a sacred obligation to care for the men and women who fought to protect our freedom. This is how MAGA Republicans in Congress have chosen to repay them. (Link to twitter.com)”

Langworthy (R-NY-23) 04/30/2023: Twitter thread – “Anything that exposes this Administration for its incompetence and corruption is labeled a political stunt or misinformation. 1/2 ‘Political stunts': White House slams GOP ahead of Afghanistan withdrawal hearing ... | thehill.com There are 13 coffins of fallen service members and their families deserve accountability. We won't be deterred in our quest for the truth. 2/2”

Scott (R-FL) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “Americans can't afford to let @JoeBiden finish the job.   ❌ Record high gas prices   ❌ Raging inflation   ❌ Crisis at our Southern Border   ❌ Botched Afghanistan withdrawal Link to video”

Wicker (R-MS) 04/30/2023: Tweet – “It's time for President Biden to take accountability for the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal of 2021. His administration owes it to every American to rebuild trust and restore our credibility on the world stage. Wicker Calls on Biden to accept responsibility for Afghanistan withdrawal... | djournal.com”

Other - Middle East

Letlow (R-LA-5) 05/01/2023: Tweet – “Honored to join @SpeakerMcCarthy and my Congressional colleagues on a bipartisan (CODEL) to strengthen U.S. partnerships and share America's commitment to peace, prosperity, and stability in the Middle East. Link to image”