Members on the Record (Automated) for Wed May 17, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Carter (D-LA-2) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “I'm proud to stand with our great friend and ally Israel. We all must continue to strengthen this vital partnership. Here's to the next 75 years and beyond! #Israel75”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “"I have seen firsthand how Israel stands as a beacon of hope in a world cloaked by darkness, and a shining example of the power of liberty in building a free, fair, and just society." #READ more about my trip to #Israel in my @5TJT op-ed. Israel's Safety Must Be America's Priority - The 5 Towns Jewish Times”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/16/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepDesposito for standing with our ally Israel! "The United States must do everything in our power to safeguard our Israeli allies, for Israel's very existence is a victory for the free world, and Israel's success is America's success." 🇺🇸🇮🇱 #StrongerTogether Link to quoted tweet”

LaMalfa (R-CA-1) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Israel has the right to defend its sovereignty and protect its citizens from attack. The United States must continue to support our ally and condemn Hamas terrorists for choosing the sword over the olive branch.”

Langworthy (R-NY-23) 05/17/2023: Tweet – “This is how radical NY Democrats have become. They are now waging war against charities who support Israel. This blatant anti-Semitism has no place here. NY lawmakers introduce bill to prohibit supporting Israeli settlements... | forward.com”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Today in Foreign Affairs I spoke in support of H.R. 3099, my bill with @RepRitchie to establish a Special Envoy for the Abraham Accords. Thank you @RepMcCaul and colleagues in both parties who spoke in support of this legislation. I was proud to see it pass by voice vote today. Link to video”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 05/16/2023: Twitter thread – “It was a pleasure to welcome leaders from the Jewish Orthodox community to the Capitol today along with a bipartisan group of my colleagues organized by Chairman of the Board of Beth Medrash Govoha and @AIPAC President Emeritus Howard Friedman. Link to image Thanks also President Aeder & Board Chairman Neuberger of the @OrthodoxUnion, Conference of Presidents Vice Chair Hoenlein, National Society of Hebrew Day Schools VP Weiskopf, Beth Medrash Govoha VP Jacobowitz, and Rabbi Jacob Joseph Schools President Schick for making the visit!”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Thank you to the @meforum for the invitation to address you tonight about the importance of American leadership in the Middle East, our crucial relationship with Israel, and my legislation to create a State Department Special Envoy for the Abraham Accords. Link to image”

Pallone (D-NJ-6) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Relieved the ceasefire is holding after a week of deadly fighting in Israel. Israel has a right to defend itself, and I condemn the onslaught of rockets fired into its territory by the PIJ. This senseless violence does not serve anyone. Violence Between Israel and Islamic Jihad Outlasts Their Previous Clashes... | nytimes.com”

Rose (R-TN-6) 05/17/2023: Tweet – “On Sunday, May 14th, not only did we celebrate 75 years since the birth of Israel, but we also celebrated 75 years since the birth of a special relationship between our two countries. 🇮🇱🇺🇸 Happy birthday, Israel! May the next 75 years be a time of hope and prosperity. Link to video”

Rose (R-TN-6) 05/17/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepJohnRose for celebrating 75 years of a strong U.S.-Israel alliance! 🇺🇸🇮🇱 #Israel75 Link to quoted tweet”

Ryan (D-NY-18) 05/16/2023: Retweet of @AIPAC – “Thank you @RepPatRyanNY for celebrating 75 years of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship! #Israel75 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to video”

Torres (D-NY-15) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Grateful to my colleagues who supported our bipartisan legislation and passed it out of committee. The Abraham Accords gave birth to a new Middle East, and we must safeguard that progress with a Special Envoy to expand the circle of peace and prosperity for the entire region. Link to quoted tweetToday in Foreign Affairs I spoke in support of H.R. 3099, my bill with @RepRitchie to establish a Special Envoy for the Abraham Accords. Thank you @RepMcCaul and colleagues in both parties who spoke in support of this legislation. I was proud to see it pass by voice vote today. (Link to twitter.com)”

Torres (D-NY-15) 05/17/2023: Retweet of @DanRosenthalNYC – “There's a legislator in Albany who doesn't believe in Israel's right to exist. That's why 25 of us are condeming his bill that would stop NY charities from helping victims of terror in Israel. True chutzpah: he introduced this law while rockets were raining down on civilians. Link to image”

Wilson (D-FL-24) 05/17/2023: Retweet of @ShlomoDanzinger – “I had the wonderful opportunity to connect with Congresswoman Fredrika Wilson at the AJC Community Leadership Passover Luncheon last month. I am truly grateful for her dedication and hard work. Thank you, Congresswoman, for all that you do. @AJCGlobal @RepWilson #PassoverLuncheon Link to image”

Iran

Budd (R-NC) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Iran is plotting assassinations on U.S. soil and funding attacks on Americans abroad. Meanwhile, the Biden admin is considering sanctions relief to put billions in the hands of the leading state sponsor of terrorism.   We must show strength, not weakness. Despite Iranian attack killing American abroad, Biden pursues nuclear deal with ayatollah's regime... | foxnews.com”

Doggett (D-TX-37) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “I joined freedom-loving Iranians in demanding an end to ongoing repression in Iran. Second only to China in the number of executions last year, Tehran is becoming the “execution capital” of the world. Link to image”

McConnell (R-KY) 05/17/2023: Tweet – “This week's G7 meetings are a chance for @POTUS to rally our closest allies with real American leadership – to help Ukraine win, to deter Iran's violence at home and abroad, and to meet China's malign influence with united resolve. I hope he will seize this opportunity.”

Risch (R-ID) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “It was an honor to meet with a group of Iranian women who will be recognized by @IRIglobal tomorrow evening. These women bravely advocate for people of #Iran who suffer from the regime's egregious human rights abuses. I thank them for their courageous efforts.”

Risch (R-ID) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “My full statement on U.S. #Iran policy: Risch Statement on U.S. Iran Policy | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations   Link to image”

Roy (R-TX-21) 05/17/2023: Retweet of @kiteandkeymedia – “Pipelines hacked by China. Russia breaking into the grid. Iran launching a cyberattack on a children's hospital. All things that have really happened in recent years. Our new video explores the threats to America's critical infrastructure — and what we can do about them. Link to video”

Scott (R-SC) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Iran continues its push for a nuclear weapon and its support for proxy militias that target Americans. We must show Tehran that until its behavior changes, the US remains committed to maximum economic pressure. I introduced a bill to do just that. Scott, Hassan, Hagerty, Rosen Reintroduce Bill to Solidify U.S. Sanctions on Iran... | banking.senate.gov”

Egypt

Lesko (R-AZ-8) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Pleasure to meet with the Egyptian Ambassador to the United States, Motaz Zahran, to discuss the challenges the war in Sudan has created and the diplomatic role Egypt has played in the Middle East. Link to image”

Iraq

Gallego (D-AZ-3) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “My name is Ruben Gallego. I am a dad, an Iraq War veteran, and the first in my family to attend college. We need leaders who will fight for people that work a double shift, not politicians who listen to Wall Street. Contribute to Ruben Gallego for Senate... | secure.actblue.com”

Welch (D-VT) 05/16/2023: Twitter thread – “Veterans in Vermont are suffering from health issues related their service. Now, I'm leading a letter with my colleagues urging the @DeptVetAffairs to streamline access to benefits for vets who were exposed to toxic substances while serving in Kosovo. Sens. Welch, Sanders, Shaheen, and Hassan and Reps. Balint, Kuster, and Pappas Send Letter to Secretary McDonough, Calling for Expanding Access to Benefits for Veterans who Served in Kosovo - Welch The PACT Act made historic progress in ensuring health care benefits for many veterans. It's important that those who served in Kosovo are granted the same presumption of exposure as veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan currently receive.”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Cicilline (D-RI-1) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Great afternoon at the White House celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month! Thank you @POTUS @VP @FLOTUS & @SecondGentleman. Link to image”

Cohen (D-TN-9) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Great day at the @WhiteHouse for #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth. Enjoyed talks with First Gentleman Doug Emhoff & AG Merrick Garland. @POTUS shared his father's lessons on anti-Semitism, and pledged dedication to fight hatred. United, we'll #StandUpToJewishHate & #EndAntiSemitism. Link to image”

Fletcher (D-TX-7) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “From places of worship to places of community, from schools to service organizations, #TX07 is home to Jewish individuals and institutions that demonstrate commitment to community every day. I am so proud to represent and celebrate Houston's thriving Jewish community this #JAHM. Link to image”

Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Was an honor to celebrate the anniversary of Jewish Heritage Month with my colleague @RepDWStweets and Sheila Katz of the National Council for Jewish Heritage Women. At a time where antisemitic rhetoric is on the rise, it's important that we unite to condemn hate when we see it. Link to image”

Jacobs (D-CA-51) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “So great to be at the White House celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month! I'm incredibly proud to be the youngest Jewish Member of Congress and I will keep fighting for our visibility and against stigma, discrimination, and anti-Semitism. Link to image”

Massie (R-KY-4) 05/16/2023: Retweet of @josh_hammer – “As a Jewish right-winger, I whole-heartedly agree with @RepThomasMassie and disagree with @RJC. Link to quoted tweet”

Menendez (D-NJ) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Disheartened by state-level Republicans' misguided war on education. Disregarding the Holocaust's significance is extremely dangerous and only seeks to distort history and undermine historical truth. Ignoring the past only ensures its repetition. Ron DeSantis' war on "woke" targets Holocaust textbooks... | newsweek.com”

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 05/17/2023: Retweet of @fred_guttenberg – “Just left a meaningful and important night at the @WhiteHouse celebrating Jewish History Month. Thank you @POTUS, @FLOTUS, @VP, and @SecondGentleman for including me. Your words tonight on anti semitism were truly appreciated. President Biden was right "silence is complicity." Show more   Link to video”

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 05/17/2023: Retweet of @fred_guttenberg – “Just left a meaningful and important night at the @WhiteHouse celebrating Jewish History Month. Thank you @POTUS, @FLOTUS, @VP, and @SecondGentleman for including me. Your words tonight on anti semitism were truly appreciated. President Biden was right "silence is complicity." Show more   Link to video”

Panetta (D-CA-19) 05/16/2023: Twitter thread – “As we celebrate #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth, we honor the contributions that Jewish Americans have made to our country and to our community in California's 19th Congressional District. From science to politics, and the arts, Jewish Americans have made an impact. Link to image This community still faces unacceptable discrimination and hate. As we celebrate this month, we acknowledge the work ahead to stand together and fight against anti-Semitism in all its forms.”

Stabenow (D-MI) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “May is Jewish American Heritage Month – a time to celebrate the contributions Jewish Americans have made to Michigan and our country and to stand together against anti-Semitism and hate.”

Swalwell (D-CA-14) 05/16/2023: Retweet of @saribethrose – “Incredible afternoon at the @WhiteHouse celebrating #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth with @POTUS @FLOTUS @VP @SecondGentleman & so many friends. Show more   Link to video”

Swalwell (D-CA-14) 05/17/2023: Retweet of @fred_guttenberg – “Just left a meaningful and important night at the @WhiteHouse celebrating Jewish History Month. Thank you @POTUS, @FLOTUS, @VP, and @SecondGentleman for including me. Your words tonight on anti semitism were truly appreciated. President Biden was right "silence is complicity." Show more   Link to video”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 05/16/2023: Retweet of @WhiteHouse – “Happening Now: President Biden, the First Lady, and the Second Gentleman deliver remarks at a celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month. The White House... | twitter.com”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Thanks @POTUS, @vp, @FLOTUS and @secondgentleman for the @WhiteHouse #JAHM celebration and your work to combat antisemitism. Lifting up Jewish voices and contributions helps counter hate, as @micaeladiamond, @BenPlattNews from @paradebway and chef Michael Solomonov showcase. Link to image”

Afghanistan

Graham (R-SC) 05/16/2023: Twitter thread – “Three claims by the Biden Administration which defy credibility. 1⃣ The border is closed. 2⃣ Withdrawal from Afghanistan didn't embolden our enemies. 3⃣ We're effectively confronting China. No matter how hard the Biden Administration tries, their weak actions speak volumes. Very sad. Very dangerous.”

Hagerty (R-TN) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “.@POTUS's catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan stained America's reputation on the world stage. Clear warnings & signs of rapid collapse were ignored. @SecBlinken, release the dissent cables. The American people deserve accountability and transparency. Rep. Michael McCaul threatens Blinken with contempt over Afghanistan...... | nypost.com”

Harder (D-CA-9) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Imagine a veteran coming home with trauma after serving in Afghanistan, and one day their VA benefits are cut off because politicians in DC let the economy crash. We're headed there if DC doesn't get its act together and keep us from defaulting.”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/17/2023: Tweet – “STARTING SOON🚨The committee will hold a roundtable focused on the challenges facing women and girls in Afghanistan after the Taliban takeover at 10:00amET. Watch here⬇️ HFAC Member Roundtable on Crisis Facing Afghan Women and Girls... | youtube.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/16/2023: Retweet of @NEWSMAX – “House Committee on Foreign Affairs Chair Michael McCaul said Sunday he will continue to pursue contempt charges against Secretary of State Antony Blinken for his failure to turn over info connected with the withdrawal of U.S. from Afghanistan in 2021. McCaul: Will Pursue Contempt Charges on Blinken... | newsmax.com”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 05/17/2023: Tweet – “Starting soon! Tune in for a conversation with: @RoyaRahmani Former Afghan Ambassador to the U.S. @HadeiaAmiry Former Afghan Diplomat @HG_Girowal Former Kabul Deputy Governor on Socio-economic and Development Affairs Show more   Link to quoted tweetWednesday @ 10:00 AM, Chairman @RepMcCaul will hold a roundtable with former Afghan-US Ambassador Roya Rahmani and former Afghan Diplomat Hadeia Amiry (Roundtable with Former Afghan-US Ambassador Roya Rahmani and Former Afghan Diplomat Hadeia Amiry... | democrats-foreignaffairs.house.gov)”

Meeks (D-NY-5) 05/17/2023: Tweet – “The livestream may be viewed here as well: HFAC Member Roundtable on Crisis Facing Afghan Women and Girls... | youtu.be   Link to quoted tweetStarting soon! Tune in for a conversation with: @RoyaRahmani Former Afghan Ambassador to the U.S. @HadeiaAmiry Former Afghan Diplomat @HG_Girowal Former Kabul Deputy Governor on Socio-economic and Development Affairs (Link to twitter.com) (Link to twitter.com)”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Rep. Waltz sent a letter with House Republican colleagues to USAID Administrator Samantha Power to express concern over the Taliban's misuse of U.S.-funded humanitarian & development assistance flowing into Afghanistan. Read more 👇 Link to image”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/16/2023: Tweet – “Not one U.S. taxpayer dollar should be used to fund the Taliban or any other terrorist group. That's why I sent a letter with @RepMcCaul to ask USAID for answers. Link to quoted tweetRep. Waltz sent a letter with House Republican colleagues to USAID Administrator Samantha Power to express concern over the Taliban's misuse of U.S.-funded humanitarian & development assistance flowing into Afghanistan. Read more 👇 (Link to twitter.com)”