Members on the Record (Automated) for Sat May 20, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Ciscomani (R-AZ-6) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “Jerusalem Day marks the liberation of Israel's most sacred city after the Six Day War. Now and always, America is proud to be an unwavering ally of the free nation of Israel. 🇺🇸🇮🇱”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “Proud to stand with our nation's Israeli allies as they recognize #JerusalemDay — a day which marks the reunification of Israel's capital city. I was honored to visit Jerusalem recently, where I saw firsthand the pride Israeli's have in their eternal capital. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to image”

Davidson (R-OH-8) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “On the beginning of Jerusalem Day, the United States should stand with our ally Israel, not with their enemies. This week I asked the Biden admin why they're continuing to fund some of Israel's most well-known oppressors. Link to video”

Diaz-Balart (R-FL-26) 05/19/2023: Retweet of @IsraelinMiami – “Wonderful meeting with Congressman @MarioDB Director General @RonenLeviMaoz Consul General @ElbazStarinsky and Deputy Consul General @mikedriquez discussing strategic partnerships between Israel and the United States 🇺🇸 🤝 🇮🇱 Link to image”

Goldman (D-NY-10) 05/19/2023: Retweet of @WorldJewishCong – “To fight hate, you have to be able to identify it. @TheIHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism does just that. That's why it's supported by the vast majority of Jewish communities and organizations & is used by governments, businesses, and institutions around the globe. Made in… Show more   Link to video”

Jackson Lee (D-TX-18) 05/20/2023: Retweet of @LiviaLinkRaviv – “Thank you Congresswoman @JacksonLeeTX18 for your kind words reiterating the US-Israel alliance. Link to image”

Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “So excited to announce this year's Congressional Art Competition winner, Haifa Maung of Culver City! Her piece, Alienation, explores the vulnerability of the human spirit and shows her incredible artistic skill. Congratulations, Haifa! Kamlager-Dove Announces Winner of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition | Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove   Link to image”

Kean (R-NJ-7) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “Thinking about my recent trip to Israel on this #JerusalemDay. Today marks the reunification of Israel's capital city - a prideful day for the Israeli people. Link to image”

Letlow (R-LA-5) 05/19/2023: Twitter thread – “This week I had the privilege of joining @IsraelAllies on Capitol Hill in celebration of #JerusalemDay. We commemorate the unification of Jerusalem and the steadfast determination of those who fought for its freedom. Link to image I recently visited Jerusalem with my congressional colleagues in a bipartisan effort to strengthen the U.S. partnership with Israel. Together, we champion democracy, protect freedoms and inspire future generations. Link to image”

McCarthy (R-CA-20) 05/19/2023: Retweet of @RepDesposito – “Proud to stand with our nation's Israeli allies as they recognize #JerusalemDay — a day which marks the reunification of Israel's capital city. I was honored to visit Jerusalem recently, where I saw firsthand the pride Israeli's have in their eternal capital. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to image”

Molinaro (R-NY-19) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “I'm proud to stand with Israel on #JerusalemDay as they mark the reunification of their capital. Link to image”

Scott (R-FL) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “The anti-Israel BDS movement is hateful and disgusting – it has no place in our nation. I'm always PROUD to stand with our Jewish community and fight the BDS movement and anti-Israel hate wherever it is found. Sens. Rick Scott & Marco Rubio Lead Legislation to Combat Anti-Israel BDS Campaign... | rickscott.senate.gov”

Spanberger (D-VA-7) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “I recently returned from a bipartisan visit with the U.S. House Intelligence Committee to Israel, Jordan, and Egypt. Democrats and Republicans should always agree on the need to strengthen our security partnerships and keep Americans safe around the world. Link to video”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “Happy Jerusalem Day to our friends in Israel! 🇮🇱 House Republicans stand committed to recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital, advancing our partnership, and advocating for the Jewish state and its right to self-defense.”

Syria

Jacobs (D-CA-51) 05/20/2023: Tweet – “I'm alarmed by these reports that a U.S. missile may have killed a Syrian civilian — not a senior al-Qaeda leader. I urge DOD to conduct a full investigation into what happened, make potential plans for amends, and report to Congress. U.S. officials walk back claim drone strike killed senior al-Qaeda leader... | washingtonpost.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/19/2023: Retweet of @RepJoeWilson – “The Arab League meeting this morning was disgusting. The warm embrace of mass murderer Assad will be met with serious consequences. I am working to ensure my Assad Regime Anti-Normalization Act moves rapidly through Congress.”

Omar (D-MN-5) 05/19/2023: Twitter thread – “Rep. Omar's statement on U.S. drone strike killing a civilian in Syria. (Thread) It is shameful and unacceptable that another civilian life was taken by another covert drone strike. The hard truth is that this tragedy is not exceptional - thousands of people around the world have been killed in unaccountable strikes over the past two decades. We need full accountability and a full inquiry into this strike to ensure more innocent lives are not senselessly taken with no repercussions. The Biden Administration has made commendable progress on civilian harm in our drone program, but this strike is more proof that there is simply no way to conduct the program humanely. We owe it to the families of victims to acknowledge the truth of what happened, provide the compensation that Congress has repeatedly authorized, and allow independent investigations into these attacks. As long as we live in a country where the only people who face charges for civilian casualties are the whistleblowers who tell the truth about it, we will never move beyond this tragic cycle. It is imperative that the United States ensures our military operations are conducted with complete respect for international law because when we say we champion human rights and peace, we should mean it. You can read the full statement here: Rep. Ilhan Omar Statement on U.S. Drone Strike Killing Civilian in Syria | Representative Ilhan Omar”

Lebanon

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “CHM @RepMcCaul " .@StateDept is offering $7M for info on Hizballah terrorist Ibrahim Aqil, who bombed the U.S. Embassy in Beirut, killing 63 people, & the U.S. Marine Corps barracks, killing 241 U.S. personnel. Let's bring this terrorist to justice." Rewards for Justice – Reward Offer for Information on Hizballah Leader Ibrahim Aqil - United States Department of State”

Menendez (D-NJ) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “Glad to meet with @ATFLebanon to discuss our strong commitment to support institutions like the Lebanese Armed Forces & ensure that Lebanon soon selects a president committed to reforms that address the economic crisis & is transparent with & accountable to the Lebanese people. Link to image”

Iran

Bacon (R-NE-2) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “Iran has executed 90 people over last 18 days. Their crime was protesting for democracy and human rights. The Iranians are suffering under this brutal regime. Iran defies US over executions, putting three democracy protesters to death... | foxnews.com”

Hern (R-OK-1) 05/19/2023: Twitter thread – “Does Joe Biden really care about America? Open borders Fentanyl killing Americans Dependence on foreign energy Bowing to Iran again Continuing his ridiculous spending that's driving persistent inflation and higher interest rates that are crushing American citizens…. Now he is in Japan during one of the most critical times in the past decade….. Does Joe Biden really care about America? Link to quoted tweetThe G7 is more united than ever. (Link to twitter.com)”

McCormick (R-GA-6) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “This is why we must stand in solidarity with the men and women of Iran who yearn for freedom. @iacogeorgia @iran_policy @LibertyIranian Iran executes three men over recent protests | CNN”

Menendez (D-NJ) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “The world should be enraged over #Iran's executions of #MajidKazemi, #SaeedYaghoubi & #SalehMirhashemi. The regime may believe the world isn't watching as it terrorizes citizens into silence. We all must support those who stand by the Iranian people in the face of this brutality.”

Mills (R-FL-7) 05/19/2023: Retweet of @RepMillsPress – “I'm proud to lead my colleagues in a letter to @SecBlinken & @USAmbUN expressing concern over the impending expiration of several UN sanctions against Iran. This effort is critical to curtail further malign activity by the Iranian regime & prevent a further lapse in restrictions. Link to image”

Stefanik (R-NY-21) 05/19/2023: Retweet of @HASCRepublicans – “Chinese provision of materials used in ICBMs to Iran could accelerate Iran's missile program — an Iranian ICBM would be able to range the United States. We must begin work now on an East Coast missile defense site. Chinese National Charged For Conspiring To Provide Materials For The Production Of Ballistic Missiles To Iran In Violation Of U.S. Sanctions... | justice.gov”

Tuberville (R-AL) 05/20/2023: Tweet – “The foundation of our economy is agriculture. I am working in the United States Senate to protect Alabama farmland and critical infrastructure from enemies like China, Iran, Russia, and North Korea. Senate passes foreign property ownership ban... | yellowhammernews.com”

Iraq

LaHood (R-IL-16) 05/19/2023: Twitter thread – “Today, we joined the Elmwood community to honor the life of Marine Corporal Benjamin Desilets, who was killed serving our country in Iraq. Renaming the Elmwood Post Office is a small but important gesture that serves as a humble reminder of his service in defense of our freedom. Link to image Corporal Desilets served two tours in Iraq. On May 22, 2007, 21-year-old Corporal Desilets was driving the lead vehicle returning from a mission in the dark of the night where he was killed by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in the Al Anbar province of Iraq. Link to image Corporal Desilets was awarded a Purple Heart, Navy, and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device, Combat Action Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, and Sea Service Deployment… Show more We live in the greatest country in the world because of men and women like Corporal Desilets and we will forever be grateful for his service and sacrifice. I want to thank his mom, Brenda, his family, the USPS, and entire Elmwood community for joining us today. Link to image”

Yemen

Khanna (D-CA-17) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “Despite recent progress in peace talks, the ongoing war in Yemen continues to fuel the largest humanitarian crisis in the world. @RepRashida and I are leading the call for @POTUS to support ongoing diplomacy to end the eight-year long war. Link to image”

Tlaib (D-MI-12) 05/19/2023: Retweet of @RepRoKhanna – “Despite recent progress in peace talks, the ongoing war in Yemen continues to fuel the largest humanitarian crisis in the world. @RepRashida and I are leading the call for @POTUS to support ongoing diplomacy to end the eight-year long war. Link to image”

Horn of Africa

Beyer (D-VA-8) 05/19/2023: Twitter thread – “New: @SSSASsaints Junior August Moon's “Elona” Wins VA-8 Congressional Art Competition, Will Hang In U.S. Capitol Moon wrote that “Elona,” a painting on oil and canvas depicting a young Ethiopian American woman, “incorporates materials that symbolize and celebrate her heritage.” Link to image A panel of art educators from the National Art Education Association chose the painting from dozens of works by Northern Virginia student artists. Second place: "Performance" by Aliya Lu (@mcleanhigh '23) Third place: "Fish Out of Water" by Meijin Patil (@WHSHappenings '23) Link to image I extend my warmest congratulations to August and the other amazing young artists who competed in the Congressional Art Competition! You can view the terrific works of art they submitted here: Photo Gallery | U.S. Representative Don Beyer”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Allred (D-TX-32) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “Happy #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth! This May we recognize the enduring perseverance of Jewish Americans, honor the outstanding contributions Jewish communities have made to North Texas and pledge to fight against anti-Semitism in all forms.”

Gallego (D-AZ-3) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “May is #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth. This month, we reflect on the countless contributions and impacts Jewish Americans have had on our great nation. Let us recommit ourselves to combat anti-Semitism not just this month, but year round. Link to image”

Afghanistan

Cotton (R-AR) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “More thought and planning for counseling "misgendered" employees than for the Afghanistan withdrawal. State Department Offers Counseling To Misgendered Employees Triggered By Email Pronoun Debacle... | freebeacon.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/19/2023: Tweet – “TUNE IN🚨CHM @RepMcCaul will join @MariaBartiromo THIS SUNDAY at 10amET/9amCT on @SundayFutures to discuss the crisis at our southern border, the G7 summit, our Afghanistan withdrawal investigation, and the debt ceiling. Link to image”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 05/20/2023: Twitter thread – “Chairman @RepMcCaul is pushing forward with a serious investigation because 13 Americans and hundreds Afghans were killed because of this administration's actions. GOP mulls how to make its Afghanistan oversight matter... | politico.com Thousands of Americans and allies were left behind. Terrorists now control a country. We gave up the only U.S. base that borders China. I'm shocked people would simply shrug at this. There are thousands of American veterans who served in Afghanistan and lost fellow soldiers. They need answers. Gold Star families need answers. We aren't going to let this issue disappear.”