Members on the Record (Automated) for Fri May 05, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Carter (R-GA-1) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “I was honored to participate and remain determined to keep fighting antisemitism. Lawmakers gather to celebrate Jewish community and Israel, combat antisemitism... | jewishinsider.com”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “In a world plagued by violence, #Israel remains a beacon of hope & freedom. I was proud to join @SpeakerMcCarthy and a bipartisan group of congressional colleagues as we traveled to Jerusalem to reaffirm our partnership with America's greatest ally. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Rep. D'Esposito Returns From 'Eye-Opening' Bipartisan Israeli Trip... | patch.com”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/04/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepDesposito for your outspoken support for Israel and a strong U.S.-Israel alliance! 🇺🇸🇮🇱 #StrongerTogether Link to quoted tweet”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/05/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepDesposito for your outspoken support for Israel and a strong U.S.-Israel alliance! 🇺🇸🇮🇱 #StrongerTogether Link to quoted tweet”

Kim (R-CA-40) 05/04/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepYoungKim for celebrating 75 years of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship! 🇺🇸🇮🇱 #Israel75 Link to video”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/04/2023: Retweet of @RepDesposito – “In a world plagued by violence, #Israel remains a beacon of hope & freedom. I was proud to join @SpeakerMcCarthy and a bipartisan group of congressional colleagues as we traveled to Jerusalem to reaffirm our partnership with America's greatest ally. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Rep. D'Esposito Returns From 'Eye-Opening' Bipartisan Israeli Trip... | patch.com”

McCollum (D-MN-4) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “I've officially reintroduced the Defending Palestinian Children and Families Living Under Israeli Military Occupation Act—because not $1 of U.S. aid should be used to commit human rights violations. Read my full statement here: McCollum Reintroduces the Defending the Human Rights of Palestinian Children and Families Living Under Israeli Military Occupation Act | Congresswoman Betty McCollum   Link to image”

Menendez (D-NJ-8) 05/04/2023: In reply to TweetJust returned from my 1st Congressional Delegation abroad to Israel + Jordan; a bipartisan trip led by @SpeakerMcCarthy + @RepStenyHoyer Incredible experience + opportunity to strengthen the bonds w/ our allies. Excited to share moments from the journey over the coming days. (Link to twitter.com) – “Our first stop was Jordan, where we had the honor of meeting with @KingAbdullahII and several of his senior advisors. It was a great opportunity to visit an important strategic ally and discuss the importance of Jordan in the region and beyond. Link to image During our visit to Jordan, our delegation got to explore the ancient city of Petra, one of the world's most incredible archaeological wonders and a @UNESCO world heritage site. Also the scene for the ending to my favorite Indiana Jones. Link to image”

Menendez (D-NJ-8) 05/05/2023: Retweet of @RepMenendez – “Just returned from my 1st Congressional Delegation abroad to Israel + Jordan; a bipartisan trip led by @SpeakerMcCarthy + @RepStenyHoyer Incredible experience + opportunity to strengthen the bonds w/ our allies. Excited to share moments from the journey over the coming days. Link to image”

Scott (R-SC) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “Israel is our most steadfast ally in the Middle East, and I am proud to join so many of my colleagues in supporting the Israeli people as they enter into their 75th year of nationhood. Scott, Colleagues Introduce Resolution on 75th Anniversary of Founding of the State of Israel | U.S. Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “Honored to visit with one of America's greatest champions of the special US-Israel relationship, Ambassador @davidm_friedman, during our bipartisan delegation to Israel! Link to image”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 05/04/2023: Retweet of @DavidM_Friedman – “Was a pleasure meeting this evening with @RepStefanik and her colleagues in Congress and discussing issues affecting the US and Israel. Link to image”

Titus (D-NV-1) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “I'm glad my friend @DWStweets could join me for an event with Nevada @USJewishDems to discuss issues that Jewish voters care about, including supporting Israel's security, fighting antisemitism, and protecting social security. Link to image”

Tlaib (D-MI-12) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “Detroit is the most beautiful Blackest city in the country and taught me to always speak truth to power. From Detroit to Gaza, I will continue to demand equality and justice for all. Link to video”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “Rep. Waltz & the Select Committee on Intelligence met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week. Link to image”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “Lively discussion unpacking Israeli PM @netanyahu's top two priorities: 1. Stopping Iranian nukes 2. Expanding Abraham Accords peace agreement with Saudi Arabia 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to quoted tweetRep. Waltz & the Select Committee on Intelligence met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week. (Link to twitter.com)”

Young (R-IN) 05/05/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @SenToddYoung for cosponsoring this bipartisan resolution recognizing 75 years of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship and reaffirming America's commitment to Israel's security! Link to quoted tweet”

Lebanon

Phillips (D-MN-3) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “@RepJoeWilson and I are united and resolute in our call for Lebanon's political leaders to swiftly elect a president that will put the Lebanese people first and address the country's urgent needs. Link to image”

Iran

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/05/2023: Retweet of @nickbot21 – “Thank you Congressman @RepDonBacon for being a co-sponsor of #MAHSAAct HR 589 to impose sanctions on Iran's terror regime for their crimes against humanity! Thanks for being a true representative leader in Congress by hearing constituents' calls 🙏 Link to quoted tweet”

Lee (D-NV-3) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “Proud to partner with @SenJackyRosen in standing firm against the Iranian regime's brutal repression of its own people, its funding of terrorism abroad, and its reckless pursuit of nuclear weapons. Link to quoted tweetNevada Congresswoman Susie Lee and Senator Jacky Rosen are among those introducing a bill that would strengthen sanctions against Iran. (Nevada's Lee and Rosen help introduce bill to strengthen sanctions on Iran... | kolotv.com)”

Rosen (D-NV) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “Iran can never be allowed to acquire a nuclear weapons capability. The Iran Sanctions Act has been critical in holding Iran accountable, which is why I'm joining my colleagues to introduce bipartisan legislation to make these sanctions permanent. Nevada's Lee and Rosen help introduce bill to strengthen sanctions on Iran... | kolotv.com”

Turner (R-OH-10) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran are investing in new offensive nuclear capabilities. Today, I published an op-ed on @FoxNews' website about why the U.S. should prioritize investments in scalable, integrated, and effective missile defense systems. China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran are investing in ways to nuke us. The time is now for missile defense... | foxnews.com”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “As Chairman of @RepublicanStudy National Security Taskforce I was grateful to be among several of my taskforce colleagues to introduce legislation further combatting the Iranian Regime. Biden must understand this regime cannot be trusted. Read more here: Wilson Joins RSC Taskforce Members in Introducing Slate of Bills... | joewilson.house.gov”

Saudi Arabia

Gallego (D-AZ-3) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “We need to tax Saudi Arabia and other foreign nations and corporations from pumping our groundwater to grow alfalfa shipped back overseas – this must stop. Link to quoted tweetThe state of Arizona has pulled its approval for two new well applications from a Saudi company after reviewing the company's applications. | By @hunterschwarz (Why foreign companies on U.S. farmland are facing new scrutiny... | deseret.com)”

Graham (R-SC) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “This morning at @weareboeingSC to celebrate the sale of 787s made in South Carolina to @SaudiAirlinesEn. WATCH Online courtesy of @ABCNews4 Charleston LIVE NOW: LIVE: Sen. Lindsey Graham, Saudi officials attend event at Boeing...... | facebook.com”

Kuwait

Allred (D-TX-32) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “In 2019, I visited Afghanistan and Kuwait where I saw and heard firsthand about the harmful effects burn pits have on our service members. That's why I worked hard to pass the PACT Act in 2022 and with it, we've expanded access to care while delivering benefits to impacted vets. Link to image”

Sudan

Risch (R-ID) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “It's about time the Biden Admin put forward an executive order for #Sudan. I look forward to the admin urgently using this EO by sanctioning a robust list of Sudanese individuals and entities. Link to quoted tweetToday @POTUS issued an Executive Order to respond to the violence in Sudan by authorizing sanctions. We're committed to bringing an end to the conflict, promoting accountability for those who threaten Sudan's security and stability, and supporting its democratic aspirations.”

Sullivan (R-AK) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “America dodged a bullet when our military, suffering from a ship shortage, had to evacuate Americans with leased buses out of Sudan. We are so lucky that those Americans did not get killed or wounded because the Marines couldn't be there to rescue them. Biden's Pentagon… Show more   Link to video”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Carper (D-DE) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “May marks the start of #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth. Let us learn and celebrate Jewish culture, and continue the fight against hatred and anti-semitism. Link to quoted tweetThis month, we uplift the culture and heritage of Jewish Americans. Our Jewish American communities are woven tightly into the fabric of our nation, and we are better each and every day because of their contributions.”

Carter (D-LA-2) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “I was honored to speak with my Jewish brothers and sisters at #TouroSynagogueNola. We discussed the harmful impact of hate-filled laws which have been introduced across the U.S. and the importance of learning from the sins of our past so that we do not repeat them. Link to image”

Cárdenas (D-CA-29) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “May is #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth, a time to honor and celebrate Jewish contributions to American history and culture. It is also a time to recommit to recognizing, calling out and fighting antisemitism, wherever we may see it. Link to image”

Menendez (D-NJ) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “This month, we recognize and celebrate the countless contributions that Jewish Americans have made to our country's history and culture. Let's stand together against hate and discrimination as we honor the diversity that makes our nation so great. #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth Link to image”

Norcross (D-NJ-1) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “On #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth, it's more important than ever to lift up Jewish history and honor those who helped build it. At a time when too many families endure the rise in antisemitism, we must stand united in the values that made this country free and just for all.”

Spanberger (D-VA-7) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “May is Jewish American Heritage Month — a time to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of Jewish Americans throughout our nation's history. We also recommit ourselves to standing up for our neighbors and speaking out against antisemitism everywhere.”

Thanedar (D-MI-13) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “Happy Jewish American Heritage Month! We must work together to ensure that hate and antisemitism will not prevail. Link to image”

Torres (D-CA-35) 05/04/2023: Tweet – “May is Jewish American Heritage Month! As we celebrate everything Jewish Americans have contributed to the story of our nation, we must also condemn antisemitism in all its forms. #JAHM2023”

Afghanistan

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “I wonder where they learned about not having to answer subpoenas. Feel like I know this, just can't put my finger on it. Link to quoted tweetShameful. Accountability is coming. (Biden admin ignores congressional subpoena for Afghanistan documents a third time... | foxnews.com)”

Roy (R-TX-21) 05/05/2023: Retweet of @VictoriaCoates – “Which in reality makes us the largest donor to the Taliban. Link to quoted tweet”

Self (R-TX-3) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “I have joined @RepMcCaul & 33 of my colleagues to call on UN Secretary General @antonioguterres to oppose male-only humanitarian aid. Women are essential to humanitarian efforts and I strongly condemn the Taliban's sexist ban in Afghanistan.”

Wilson (R-SC-2) 05/05/2023: Retweet of @HouseForeignGOP – “CHM @RepMcCaul and Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia CHM @RepJoeWilson sent a letter to @jakejsullivan expressing deep concern over the Taliban's recent move of detaining American hostages. Read an excerpt from their letter here⬇️ Link to image”

Other - Middle East

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/05/2023: Tweet – “Great week visiting our troops conducting counterterrorism missions in the Middle East and getting flown around by Jordan's first ever female helicopter pilot! Link to image”