Last updated on Mon June 05, 2023 at 12:43 PM Washington DC time.
Israel - Palestine
Goldman (D-NY-10) 06/04/2023: Tweet – “It was especially meaningful to join my colleagues and New Yorkers of all backgrounds at the Israel Day Parade to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Israel's founding and the enduring United States-Israel relationship. Link to image”
Jeffries (D-NY-8) 06/04/2023: Tweet – “President Herzog welcomed me to Israel in April to commemorate the 75th anniversary. Thousands are celebrating this milestone accomplishment in New York City today. We continue to lift up the #SpecialRelationship 🇺🇸🇮🇱🇺🇸🇮🇱🇺🇸🇮🇱 Link to image”
Lawler (R-NY-17) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “#NY17 has one of the largest Jewish populations of any district in the country. It's an honor to represent this community. My office will always stand up for our ally Israel and work to eliminate the scourge of anti-Semitism both at home and abroad. Lawler centers Abraham Accords in approach to Middle East, antisemitism... | jewishinsider.com”
Lawler (R-NY-17) 06/05/2023: In reply to TweetBlinken confirms report about a point person on expanding Abraham Accords as Congress seeks to make that an ambassador role. Former Amb. Dan Shapiro has been mentioned as a possible candidate (Link to twitter.com) – “@jacobkornbluh Glad to hear! They should support my bill!”
McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Twitter thread – “CHM @RepMcCaul, RM @RepGregoryMeeks, Subcmte on Middle East, N. Africa, & Central Asia CHM @RepJoeWilson, RM @RepDeanPhillips, @RepJimBaird, & @RepColinAllred issued the following statement on introducing the U.S.-Israel Partnership & Abraham Accords Enhancement Act of 2023⬇️ Link to image Find the full release and bill text here⬇️ McCaul, Meeks, Wilson, Phillips, Baird, Allred Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Abraham Accords - Committee on Foreign Affairs”
Meeks (D-NY-5) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “I joined @GovKathyHochul yesterday to celebrate Israel's 75th anniversary by displaying our unity in a New York parade. #NY05 Link to image”
Nadler (D-NY-12) 06/04/2023: Tweet – “Today and everyday, New Yorkers stand with our ally Israel. Proud to march alongside @GovKathyHochul @NewYorkStateAG @LtGovDelgado & others down 5th Avenue to celebrate our ironclad partnership. Link to image”
Nadler (D-NY-12) 06/04/2023: Tweet – “Proud to march and fight for Israel's democracy today with @AmeinuUSA @NYJewishAgenda and UnXeptable. It is an honor to be among these outstanding allies. Link to image”
Nadler (D-NY-12) 06/04/2023: Retweet of @GovKathyHochul – “Grateful to march with New York's Jewish community at the @CelebrateIsrael parade! New York is home to the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, and I'm proud to once again celebrate our special bond. Link to image”
Torres (D-NY-15) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “This weekend, I joined members of the Riverdale Jewish community and SAR Academy for this year's @CelebrateIsrael Parade in NYC -- the world's largest expression of solidarity with the Jewish state -- where I was honored to serve as an Honorary Grand Marshal! #Israel75 Link to image”
Iran
Chu (D-CA-28) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @theintercept – “A wave of states are advancing legislation to restrict property ownership for foreign citizens of certain countries, including Russia, China, and Iran. Last week, @RepJudyChu and @RepAlGreen of @CAPAC introduced a new bill aimed at curbing these efforts. U.S. Lawmakers Seek to Preempt State-Level Bans on Foreigners Buying Property... | interc.pt”
Menendez (D-NJ) 06/04/2023: Retweet of @SFRCdems – “Narges Mohammadi is fearless, despite repeated arrests by the #Iranianregime. Her brave advocacy from prison, “to fight until we achieve freedom & democracy” is a model to Iranians, a message to the regime, & a reminder to the int'l community to stand w/ her & the Iranian people. Link to quoted tweet”
Waltz (R-FL-6) 06/04/2023: Tweet – “And one that has been reportably tolerated by both the Obama & Biden Administrations. Link to quoted tweetHostage diplomacy and terror. Two Iranian government tactics we see at sea and on land. (Link to twitter.com)”
Egypt
D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 06/04/2023: Twitter thread – “Grandpa always said, "Leave things better than you found them." My dear friend, Rev. Dr. Eric C Mallette has made a life of that. A proud @USMC, accomplished professional, friend, advisor and Pastor of the Greater Second Baptist Church in #FreeportNY. Link to image Today, I joined Deputy Supervisor Dorothy Goosby, @NassauNYGOP Chairman Joseph G. Cairo, Jr. and Incorporated Village of Freeport Mayor Robert T. Kennedy to celebrated Rev. Mallette's 27th Pastoral Anniversary - 27 years of leaving things better than he found it. Link to image”
Saudi Arabia
Burchett (R-TN-2) 06/04/2023: Tweet – “We should be exporting oil not,importing oil. Saudi Arabia cuts oil output by 1 million barrels per day to boost sagging prices... | news.yahoo.com”
Burchett (R-TN-2) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Why are we not unleashing our oil capabilities and sinking Russia and Saudi Arabia? Saudi's crown prince and Putin are teaming up to keep oil prices high in a geopolitical gambit likely to annoy the US... | businessinsider.com”
Johnson (D-GA-4) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Happy #WorldEnviornmentDay! Arabia Mountain stands as a reminder of the beauty that brings us together. I remain committed to ensuring its protection and creating a greener future together! Link to image”
Weber (R-TX-14) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “"Saudi Arabia is slashing oil supply. It could mean higher gas prices for U.S. drivers." This is another self-inflicted wound by Joe Biden. It's past time for the Biden admin to get off their high horse and unleash American energy. With oil prices slumping, OPEC+ producers weigh more production cuts... | apnews.com”
Iraq
Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1) 06/05/2023: Twitter thread – “It was a great honor to recognize Chief Master Sergeant James J. Weller on his retirement after 42 years of faithfully serving our country in the United States Air Force. Jim began his career of service early as a Civil Air Patrol Cadet and would go on to enlist as an Infantryman in the U.S. Army Reserves. He later transferred to the Air Force and began an illustrious career that saw him serve in locales throughout the world in support of the Cold War and the Global War on Terror. Jim has served in many positions in defense of our great nation to include Military Law Enforcement, Aircraft Armament Technician, Emergency Manager, and various other additional duties. Jim's professional excellence and dedication to service is exemplified in his support of Operations Desert Storm, Deny Flight, Southern Watch, Southern Focus, Inherent Resolve, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Join me in congratulating and thanking Chief Master Sergeant Weller for his service to our country! Link to image”
Horn of Africa
Sherman (D-CA-32) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “#Eritrean forces continue to wage devastation in #Tigray, once again interfering with vital humanitarian efforts - a lifeline to the region. The U.S. & the int. community cannot lose focus on this issue until Eritrean troops are fully out of #Ethiopia. Eritrean forces stop UN mission in Tigray, Ethiopia, aid workers tell CNN | CNN”
Pakistan
Lankford (R-OK) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Our border is still wide open. We're getting more people illegally crossing from Russia, Mauritania, China, Pakistan, and the Middle East--and released into the US, and we have no idea where they are. This is a giant national security issue. Link to video”
Jewish, Anti-semitism
Doggett (D-TX-37) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Saddened to learn of the loss of Justice Thomas Buergenthal, who survived the Holocaust and devoted his career to advancing human rights. I recommend reading, “A Lucky Child,” his heart-wrenching tale of surviving the darkest chapter of history and devoting his life to justice. Link to quoted tweetThomas Buergenthal, who survived the Holocaust at age 10 to become a human rights lawyer and a judge on the World Court, had died at 89. (Thomas Buergenthal, Holocaust Survivor and Judge, Dies at 89... | nyti.ms)”
Ryan (D-NY-18) 06/04/2023: Tweet – “As we wrapped up Jewish American Heritage Month, I joined my colleagues on both sides of the aisle in passing H.Res 382, which celebrates the invaluable contributions of Jewish Americans to our country's culture & calls on each of us to stand united against antisemitism.”
Afghanistan
Cruz (R-TX) 06/04/2023: Tweet – “Leftist's soft-on-crime policies are killing the American dream. Link to quoted tweetImmigrant store owner begs San Francisco for help after losing $100K to burglars: 'Worse than Afghanistan' (Immigrant store owner begs San Francisco for help after losing $100K to burglars: 'Worse than Afghanistan'... | fxn.ws)”
Mast (R-FL-21) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “It's hard to imagine fleeing war-torn Afghanistan and earning your piece of the American Dream, only to have blue states' decriminalization of crime destroy everything you've built. Immigrant store owner begs San Francisco for help after losing $100K to burglars: 'Worse than Afghanistan'... | foxnews.com”