Members on the Record (Automated) for Mon May 15, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @triviapotus – “President Truman recognized the State of Israel 75 years ago today. Statement by the President Announcing Recognition of the State of Israel | The American Presidency Project   Link to image”

Cornyn (R-TX) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @triviapotus – “President Truman recognized the State of Israel 75 years ago today. Statement by the President Announcing Recognition of the State of Israel | The American Presidency Project   Link to image”

Ernst (R-IA) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @FoxNews – “Biden ‘alienating our partners' who made peace with Israel and other US allies in the region: @joniernst Biden ‘alienating our partners' who made peace with Israel and other US allies in the region: Sen. Ernst... | fxn.ws”

Frankel (D-FL-22) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepLoisFrankel for celebrating 75 years of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship! #Israel75 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to video”

James (R-MI-10) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “Today marks the 75th anniversary of Israel--and of friendship between the United States and our greatest ally in the Middle East. Proud to stand with Israel today and always. 🇮🇱🇺🇸”

Mast (R-FL-21) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “Today marks 75 years since the US became the first country to recognize the Jewish nation, Israel. Since then, our two nations have stood alongside one another despite challenges & threats from all sides. These challenges still exist, but we will continue to stand with Israel.”

Molinaro (R-NY-19) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “Then, as now, we celebrate and support #Israel. Link to quoted tweetPresident Truman recognized the State of Israel 75 years ago today. (Statement by the President Announcing Recognition of the State of Israel | The American Presidency Project) (Link to twitter.com)”

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 05/15/2023: Tweet – “To say Israel's founding is a “catastrophe” is shameful and works against the United Nation's mission of maintaining peace and security. I stand with Israel against this event. #EndJewHatredAtTheUN UK and US to shun UN 'Nakba Day' event as Israel calls for boycott... | m.jpost.com”

Pappas (D-NH-1) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “Today marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Israel. America's friendship and partnership with Israel remains steadfast, and I'll continue to work towards strengthening and growing that relationship.”

Risch (R-ID) 05/15/2023: Tweet – “It is outrageous that the @UN is stepping up its anti-#Israel rhetoric today. All countries should boycott this biased event. UN to commemorate Palestinians' 1948 flight from Israel for the first time... | apnews.com”

Turner (R-OH-10) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “.@HouseIntel wants to make certain that the leaders of Jordan, Israel, and Egypt know the U.S. values their contributions to global security. I spoke w/ @MariaBartiromo on @SundayFutures about the CODEL I led to the Middle East and HPSCI's efforts to counter China in the region. Link to video”

Iran

Tenney (R-NY-24) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “Naming Iran as chair of the UN human rights social forum is like calling the arsonist to put out the fire. It shows just how broken the UN Human Rights Council is today. Thank you to ⁦@MariaBartiromo⁩ for bringing attention to this gross hypocrisy. Iran being named chair of UN human rights social forum is a ‘slap in the face': Reza Pahlavi | Fox News Video”

Egypt

Doggett (D-TX-37) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “As it suppresses its own people, the thuggish Al Sisi regime continues to help the biggest thug of all, Vladimir Putin. Earlier in the year, Al Sisi was caught trying to supply weapons to Putin. WSJ News Exclusive | U.S. Ally Rebuffs Requests to Block Russian Military Flights”

Türkiye

Cornyn (R-TX) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @middleeast – “BREAKING: Erdogan's share of votes in Turkey's election falls below 50% with more than 92% of ballot boxes opened, state-run Anadolu Agency reports Early Vote Count Shows Erdogan Below 50% in Turkish Election... | trib.al   Link to image”

Spartz (R-IN-5) 05/15/2023: Tweet – “This weekend, Rep. Spartz traveled to Turkey to observe national elections as part of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly's (OSCE PA) election observation mission. See full release here: Spartz Travels to Turkey as Election Observer... | spartz.house.gov   Link to image”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Auchincloss (D-MA-4) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “For Jewish American Heritage Month, we celebrate the experience and contributions of American Jews – past, present and future. Link to quoted tweetFrom my family to yours, Happy Hanukkah. (Link to twitter.com)”

Kean (R-NJ-7) 05/15/2023: Tweet – “I met with the leadership of the Jewish Federation of Somerset, Hunterdon & Warren Counties to discuss their priorities. This is a great org that works to invest in our communities and prevent violence against members of all faiths. I am proud to stand with you in that mission. Link to image”

Lee (D-NV-3) 05/15/2023: Tweet – “This May, we celebrate #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth. Southern NV wouldn't be the same without all the incredible Jewish Americans who strengthen & enrich our communities. This is a month to celebrate those contributions & recommit to fighting anti-Semitism in all its forms.”

Peters (D-MI) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “This #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth — at a time when anti-Semitic rhetoric & violence is on the rise — we must speak up & stand against this senseless bigotry. I'm proud to represent a strong Jewish American community in Michigan — and won't stop fighting to end this hate.”

Afghanistan

Blackburn (R-TN) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “The Washington Democrats' border crisis is a threat to public safety. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Blackburn (R-TN) 05/15/2023: Tweet – “An Afghan national on the terrorist watchlist was caught after he entered the U.S illegally last week. This is a direct consequence of Biden's open border policy. Americans are far less safe as a result.”

Cline (R-VA-6) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “BREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Crane (R-AZ-2) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “BREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Crane (R-AZ-2) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @jsolomonReports – “BREAKING: Afghan with terror ties apprehended at border near California | Just The News Afghan with terror ties apprehended at border near California... | justthenews.com”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “President Biden's border crisis is a national security threat. Enough is enough, Mr. President — stop playing games with the American people, put politics aside, and SECURE our border. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Diaz-Balart (R-FL-26) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “Border security is national security. @HouseGOP passed my bill HR2 to take back control of the border while the Biden Admin keeps saying the border is secure. Biden admin needs to get its head out of the sand. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Diaz-Balart (R-FL-26) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “La seguridad fronteriza es seguridad nacional. Los republicanos en la cámara aprobaron mi proyecto de ley HR2 para recuperar el control de la frontera mientras la administración Biden sigue diciendo que la frontera es segura. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Hawley (R-MO) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “BREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Huizenga (R-MI-4) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “BREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Hunt (R-TX-38) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “When another terror attack happens on U.S. soil, is that Trump's fault too, or can we finally hold the big guy currently occupying the White House responsible? Enough is enough. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Hunt (R-TX-38) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @RepTroyNehls – “A terrorist from Afghanistan was just caught illegally crossing our southern border. How many other bad hombres made it through undetected?”

Jordan (R-OH-4) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “BREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Langworthy (R-NY-23) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “BREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Luttrell (R-TX-8) 05/15/2023: Tweet – “The Biden Admin has totally compromised our national security. This is exactly why it's so important the Senate passes @HouseGOP's Secure the Border Act ASAP! Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “Another terror suspect made it across our border illegally. Who are they NOT catching? Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

McCormick (R-GA-6) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “This is just one reason the Biden border policy is such a bad idea. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

McHenry (R-NC-10) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “🚨 This why we need answers from @SecMayorkas & @CBPTroyMiller. The #BidenBorderCrisis has created an opportunity for terrorists to enter our country. Read my recent letter on suspected terrorist encounters below. 👇 🔗: Press Release | U.S. Congressman Patrick McHenry   Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Nehls (R-TX-22) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “A terrorist from Afghanistan was just caught illegally crossing our southern border. How many other bad hombres made it through undetected?”

Ogles (R-TN-5) 05/15/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “BREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Roy (R-TX-21) 05/14/2023: Retweet of @BillFOXLA – “BREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Swalwell (D-CA-14) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “The proper response to this news is to thank the @CBP and the @FBI for keeping us safe. So, thank you! But my MAGA colleagues are using it to bash the President. I don't get it. Would they have preferred for the terrorist to not have been caught? Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: Per multiple CBP sources, Border Patrol agents in San Diego sector arrested an Afghan national on the FBI's terror watchlist after he crossed illegally w/ group of migrants near Otay Mesa, CA on Wednesday. I'm told FBI confirmed the match, & is leading investigation.”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/14/2023: Tweet – “I wrote this message on the back of a map while serving in Afghanistan so that no matter what happened, my mom would always know she is my rock, my base of support, always. To all the mothers across the country, thank you and happy mother's day! Link to image”

Other - Middle East

Bishop (R-NC-8) 05/15/2023: Retweet of @bhweingarten – “THREAD🧵: How did DHS, created after 9/11 to target jihadis, turn sights on dissident Americans? How did sub-agency tasked w/ cybersecurity/defending infrastructure come to target our tweets about elections, COVID-19, as attacks on that infrastructure? Full Testimony: DHS and CISA's Pivotal Role in Policing Our Speech... | weingarten.substack.com”