Members on the Record (Automated) for Thu May 25, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Banks (R-IN-3) 05/25/2023: In reply to TweetHigh school debates are now adopting the same rules as left-wing media: if you say “capitalism can reduce poverty,” “Israel has a right to defend itself,” or “illegal immigrants,” you will lose. No questions asked. This is why young Americans are so lost. (At High School Debates, Debate Is No Longer Allowed... | thefp.com) – “@VivekGRamaswamy High school debate forged many experiences & lessons that led me to where I am now. Disappointing so many high schoolers today are being denied the same healthy and rich opportunity I had. Good read by @j_fishback!”

Banks (R-IN-3) 05/25/2023: Retweet of @VivekGRamaswamy – “High school debates are now adopting the same rules as left-wing media: if you say “capitalism can reduce poverty,” “Israel has a right to defend itself,” or “illegal immigrants,” you will lose. No questions asked. This is why young Americans are so lost. At High School Debates, Debate Is No Longer Allowed... | thefp.com”

Eshoo (D-CA-16) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Today, @RepRaskin and I led 46 Members of Congress in releasing an open letter to “The Protesters Defending Israeli Democracy,” voicing support and admiration for the groundswell of peaceful pro-democracy activism in Israel. Read our letter here: Reps. Eshoo, Raskin Lead 46 Members in Supporting Israeli Pro-Democracy Protesters | Congresswoman Anna Eshoo”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “As the White House prepares its national strategy to combat antisemitism, we look forward to reviewing a framework that explicitly commits to the IHRA Working Definition and its continued use by the United States at home & abroad. Read my full statement with @RepMoskowitz here: Link to image”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 05/25/2023: Retweet of @CombatASemitism – “Thank you @RepJoshG and @RepMoskowitz for your commitment to combating antisemitism in the strongest way by encouraging the @WhiteHouse to include the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism, the global standard for recognizing and fighting Jew-hatred, in the national strategy to… Show more   Link to quoted tweet”

Grijalva (D-AZ-7) 05/25/2023: Retweet of @accountable_us – “NEW @jeisrael: You heard it straight from @RepMattGaetz. The @HouseGOP doesn't feel like they "should negotiate with [their] hostage" — aka the American people. House GOP acknowledges it is holding economy hostage in debt ceiling fight... | americanindependent.com”

Lamborn (R-CO-5) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “This month David's Sling air defense system successfully shot down an incoming rocket from Gaza. This is a historic accomplishment for Israel and the teams from 30 states in the U.S. that developed this technology. Another fantastic collaboration between our two countries! Link to quoted tweetThe @IDF carried out the David's Sling Aerial Defense System's 1st operational interception today. The system provides protection against medium range ballistic threats: airborne, UAV and cruise missiles and was jointly developed by the DDR&D's IMDO & the MDA. @Mafat_IL (Link to twitter.com)”

Mast (R-FL-21) 05/25/2023: Tweet – “I'm proud to be the only member of Congress who has worn both of these uniforms, and I'll continue to stand for the strongest partnership possible between our two countries. Brian Mast: ‘Proud' to be only congressman to have worn US Army and IDF uniforms - JNS.org”

Pelosi (D-CA-11) 05/24/2023: Retweet of @USJewishDems – “Throughout her historic career, Speaker Emerita Pelosi has been an ally and champion of the Jewish community and our values. Last night, Jewish Dems honored her with our Defender of Democracy Award. Link to image”

Pelosi (D-CA-11) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Thank you, @USJewishDems, for being a vital voice for justice, peace and Democracy. -NP Link to quoted tweetThroughout her historic career, Speaker Emerita Pelosi has been an ally and champion of the Jewish community and our values. Last night, Jewish Dems honored her with our Defender of Democracy Award. (Link to twitter.com)”

Pocan (D-WI-2) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Access to online platforms should be enjoyed without discrimination. Denying financial services to Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza infringes upon Palestinians' ability to engage in online commerce, limiting opportunities for economic growth and empowerment. Link to quoted tweetMembers of US Congress demand PayPal end a ban on doing business with Palestinians in the occupied territories while permitting Israelis in illegal West Bank settlements to use the digital payment platform. @RepMarkPocan @repblumenauer @RashidaTlaib (US Congress members demand that PayPal end ban on Palestinian business... | theguardian.com)”

Young (R-IN) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Terrorist groups have launched more than 1,000 rockets at Israeli civilians in 2023. Our bill would impose sanctions on foreign individuals, entities, and governments that provide support to Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and other terrorist groups. Young, Rubio Reintroduce Bill to Sanction Enablers of Palestinian Terrorist Groups | U.S. Senator Todd Young of Indiana”

Iran

Burchett (R-TN-2) 05/25/2023: Tweet – “China has an economic and political foothold in the Middle East. The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategies, Plans, and Capabilities doesn't think this is a problem. The CCP's relationship with Iran is something the U.S. needs to take very seriously. Link to video”

Risch (R-ID) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “It's been almost 2.5 years since Biden took office & this admin still does not have a coherent #Iran policy. Instead of continuing to enable the regime, the U.S. must reassert maximum pressure & deploy clear diplomatic, economic, & military deterrence. Over 100 former world leaders tell Biden to get tough on Iran as scrutiny mounts for lack of strategy... | foxnews.com”

Iraq

Gallego (D-AZ-3) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “I am a dad, an Iraq War veteran, and the first in my family to attend college. Rush $10 to ensure we elect a Democrat to the U.S. Senate seat held by Kyrsten Sinema. Contribute to Ruben Gallego for Senate... | secure.actblue.com”

Wicker (R-MS) 05/24/2023: Twitter thread – “This year's National Memorial Day Concert in Washington will honor two families from Mississippi. Featured Stories | National Memorial Day Concert | PBS Sgt. Anthony Oneal Magee of Hattiesburg served two tours in Iraq before being killed. The program will honor the three generations of his Gold Star family. Col. Carlyle Harris, a POW in the Vietnam War, and his wife, Louise, remained resilient for his eight-year imprisonment. He endured unfathomable conditions, and this weekend's celebrations will pay tribute to their combined courage.”

Tunisia

Crockett (D-TX-30) 05/25/2023: Tweet – “It was a pleasure to meet with Hanene Tajouri Bessassi (@BessassiTajouri), the Ambassador of Tunisia to the United States. Last century, the U.S. was the first major power to recognize Tunisian independence. This century, our cooperation and collaboration continues! 🇺🇸 🇹🇳 Link to image”

Horn of Africa

Boozman (R-AR) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Marta was a devoted follower of Christ and a light for so many as she dedicated her life to helping others. I was blessed by her friendship, the opportunity to learn her remarkable story and witness the impact she had touching countless lives. Cathy and I pray for her loved ones. Link to quoted tweetIt is with deep sorrow that we tell you of the passing of Marta Gabre-Tsadick on Sunday in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Marta was more than our dear cofounder and CEO. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a memorial fund at (Project Mercy... | projectmercy.org) (Link to twitter.com)”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Clarke (D-NY-9) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “It breaks my heart to see the Jewish community need to take these necessary precautions to protect their lives and faith. Keep your Jewish neighbors and loved ones in your thoughts as we stand by their side against the blight of antisemitism. US synagogues tighten security amid surge in antisemitic incidents... | abcnews.go.com”

Goldman (D-NY-10) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Join me this upcoming Tuesday, May 30 for an event to commemorate Jewish American Heritage Month! Please RSVP at the link below: Fill | Jewish American Heritage Month Celebration With Congressman Dan Goldman   Link to image”

Manning (D-NC-6) 05/25/2023: Twitter thread – “Last December, I led 125 lawmakers in calling for interagency coordination to combat antisemitism. I'm pleased that following our call, President Biden established an interagency taskforce to lead an all-of-government approach to countering antisemitism. Manning, Smith, Rosen, Lankford Lead 125 Bipartisan Members of Congress Calling for Interagency Coordination to Combat Antisemitism... | bit.ly I welcome the release of the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism; it is an important first step in coordinating our government's effort to eradicate this particularly pernicious form of discrimination. White House releases national strategy to fight antisemitism... | thehill.com I applaud President Biden for his leadership in developing this whole-of-government approach and I look forward to continuing to work with the administration and both parties in Congress to combat antisemitism and protect the Jewish community.”

Nadler (D-NY-12) 05/25/2023: Tweet – “Today, @POTUS announced the first-ever national strategy to counter antisemitism amidst a harrowing uptick in antisemitic attacks across the country. Read my statement here: Press Releases | Congressman Jerry Nadler”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 05/25/2023: Tweet – “Honoring #JAHM2023 at the @USDA reception recently hosted by @SecVilsack was a true privilege. Jewish Americans have made major contributions in agriculture that have been critical to our mission to end hunger in the U.S. and around the world. Link to image”

Afghanistan

Burchett (R-TN-2) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “A month before the botched Afghanistan withdrawal, 23 employees at the Kabul embassy voiced their concerns to high-ranking members at the State Department. The State Department has refused to let all @HouseForeignGOP members see what their concerns were. What are they hiding?”

Coons (D-DE) 05/25/2023: Tweet – “We owe the Afghan people who took on great personal risk for themselves and their families to support the US mission in Afghanistan more than just a temporary fix. We must keep our promises and provide them a path to permanent status in this country. Afghans who fled to the US hope that Congress will fix their status ... | theworld.org”

Davidson (R-OH-8) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “The Biden admin left 13 service members to die in Afghanistan. It's completely unacceptable that Sec. Blinken & Joe Biden have yet to provide a full account of their withdrawal plan to Congress. This disaster needs accountability, and @HouseForeignGOP will get the full story.”

Donalds (R-FL-19) 05/25/2023: Tweet – “TBT featuring @VP's bizarre Memorial Day post. This is the same admin that conducted the failed withdrawal from Afghanistan, leading to 13 heroes dying. This is also the same admin that forced able-bodied active-duty soldiers into retirement for refusing the COVID vaccine. Link to image”

Issa (R-CA-48) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Contempt of Blinken is 100% still on the table, and it has to be, because after so many lies, this administration can't be trusted to tell the truth about its Afghanistan disaster. GOP representatives say Blinken's Afghan cable deal falls short and demand contempt of Congress... | washingtonexaminer.com”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee must be permitted to view the Afghanistan dissent cable. Link to image”

Lesko (R-AZ-8) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Recent evidence CONFIRMS what we already knew! President Biden FAILED to listen to sound advice before his botched withdrawal of Afghanistan. He is not fit to make important national security decisions. Afghanistan document shows Biden ‘didn't heed' warnings ahead of withdrawal, Rep. McCaul says... | foxnews.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “ICYMI🚨CHM @RepMcCaul joined @CNN with @KateBolduan to discuss the latest on his Afghanistan withdrawal investigation. WATCH⤵️📺 Link to video”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/24/2023: Retweet of @RepTimBurchett – “A month before the botched Afghanistan withdrawal, 23 employees at the Kabul embassy voiced their concerns to high-ranking members at the State Department. The State Department has refused to let all @HouseForeignGOP members see what their concerns were. What are they hiding?”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 05/25/2023: Tweet – “TUNE IN🚨CHM @RepMcCaul will join @kaitlancollins on @CNNThisMorning at 8:35am ET to discuss the latest on his Afghanistan withdrawal Investigation and the debt ceiling. Link to image”

Salazar (R-FL-27) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Americans deserve to know what happened during the failed Afghanistan withdrawal. @SecBlinken needs to let ALL members of the Foreign Affairs Committee view the dissent channel cable. This is a critical national security matter. @HouseForeignGOP”

Scott (R-FL) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Nearly two years after Biden's botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, we FINALLY learn how misguided and dangerous his decision was. It's time for Congress to pass my bill to establish a bipartisan and bicameral Joint Select Committee on Afghanistan to conduct a full… Show more   Link to quoted tweetAfghanistan document shows Biden ‘didn't heed' warnings ahead of withdrawal, Rep. McCaul says (Afghanistan document shows Biden ‘didn't heed' warnings ahead of withdrawal, Rep. McCaul says... | fxn.ws)”

Other - Middle East

Jacobs (D-CA-51) 05/24/2023: Tweet – “Civilian harm is an institutional – not an individual – problem. That's why we need to focus on implementing the CHMR-AP so instead of a lack of transparency on civilian harm, there are checks in place to address it, learn from it, and make amends. Senior US general ordered Twitter announcement of drone strike on al Qaeda leader that may have instead killed civilian | CNN Politics”