Members on the Record (Automated) for Tue June 06, 2023

Israel - Palestine

Bacon (R-NE-2) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “This is right out of the Obama playbook: make overtures to Iran, put daylight between us & Israel and undermine ties with traditional Arab Allies. This will result in increased instability in Middle East & strained relationships w/ our friends. Biden administration ramps up political disagreements with Israel, creating new Mideast headaches... | foxnews.com”

Baird (R-IN-4) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @HouseForeignGOP – “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”

Bost (R-IL-12) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Israel is one of our greatest allies. I was honored to speak at the International Leaders Summit today celebrating Israel's 75th anniversary. As we celebrate this historic milestone, let us renew our commitment to working together to build a better future for our children. Link to image”

Cardin (D-MD) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Made my way to NYC to celebrate 75 years of Israel at @Jerusalem_Post's annual conference. I'll be taking the stage to discuss Israel-U.S. relations with @SenatorLankford shortly. Tune in! WATCH: How can we get more Israelis, Jews involved in int'l sports?... | jpost.com”

Cardin (D-MD) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @scottlasensky – “@SenatorLankford "Israel is a nonpartisan issue, not a bipartisan issue," passionate, wide-ranging, faith-driven panel w/ @AviMayer and @SenatorCardin - who pleas for restoring civility and decency. Cites his commitment to Jewish values & Tikkun Olam @Jerusalem_Post #JPostAC23 Link to image”

Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL-20) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “The Abraham Accords are critical to fostering multilateral partnerships. I joined several of my colleagues in urging @StateDept to expand the normalization agreements to promote stability in Africa and address the continent's most pressing challenges. Bipartisan group of lawmakers urge expanding Abraham Accords into Africa... | ow.ly”

Crane (R-AZ-2) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “When does President Trump receive his Nobel Peace Prize? Hey @NobelPrize, any update on this? Link to quoted tweetWe implemented that transfer shortly after the Abraham Accords. Very proud of its success. (U.S. official: ‘Brilliant' Trump admin decision to transfer Israel to CENTCOM  - JNS.org) via @JNS_org”

Crane (R-AZ-2) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “Israel is a leader in cybersecurity & our partnership bolsters U.S. security. In a bipartisan letter to DHS Sec Mayorkas, @RepMenendez & I urge support for two security programs with Israel & voice concern that funds were not delegated to these projects. In Bipartisan Push, Reps. Crane and Menendez Urge DHS to Support Critical Cybersecurity Programs with Israel | Representative Crane”

D'Esposito (R-NY-4) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “I recently had the privilege of welcoming members of @AIPAC to my office to discuss the important bond between the United States and Israel. I look forward to continuing the work to "Keep Israel safe and America strong." Link to image”

Jackson (R-TX-13) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “This afternoon I spoke to the @iLeadersSummit to commemorate Israel's 75th Anniversary. I'll ALWAYS stand with our great ally, and I'm proud to do so in Congress. Link to image”

James (R-MI-10) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “Met with the folks at @AIPAC to talk about preventing a nuclear Iran, backing efforts to normalize relations between Israel and Arab nations, and my support for U.S. security assistance to Israel. Proud to stand with one of America's greatest allies! Link to image”

Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37) 06/05/2023: Twitter thread – “I had a great evening celebrating art and the talent of young artists from #CA37. Haifa Maung is our District winner for the Congressional Art Competition, and I can't wait to see her art hanging in the halls of the Capitol. Link to image I'm so glad I was able to meet with students to discuss their passion for the arts. I admire all of their hard work and look forward to seeing great things from them in the future. Link to image”

Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @tristonezidore – “Congratulations to the @RepKamlagerDove's 2023 Congressional Arts Competition winner, Culver City Unified School District Junior, Haifa Maung! Link to image”

Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @ccusd – “Congratulations to CCHS student Haifa Maung, who won first place in the annual Congressional Student Art Competition and was honored at a reception last night hosted by Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove that recognized all student entries from the 37 District. Link to image”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @NRO – “.@lawler4ny's legislation is only two pages long, but would put an end to much anti-Israel programming on campus because said programming is antisemitic, often characterized by vocal support for terror and antisemitic tropes. | @sahar_tartak What Would Happen If We Defunded Antisemitic Schools? | National Review”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “I enjoyed sitting down with @J_Insider to discuss my efforts in the 118th Congress to combat anti-Semitism, strengthen our relationship with Israel, and deliver results for Hudson Valley families. Lawler centers Abraham Accords in approach to Middle East, antisemitism... | jewishinsider.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “The transformational Abraham Accords benefitted the U.S., Israel, & our world. As chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee, I'm proud to join subcommittee chair @RepJoeWilson & others in working to strengthen these historic agreements & advance peace. McCaul, Meeks, Wilson, Phillips, Baird, Allred Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Abraham Accords - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

Morelle (D-NY-25) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “Always a pleasure meeting with advocates from @AIPAC as we continue advancing our shared goal to preserve and strengthen the special relationship between America and Israel. Link to image”

Scott (R-FL) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “.@JoeBiden's track record on foreign policy is a disaster. He appeases China and Iran while alienating our allies. Israel is our greatest ally in the Middle East. The Biden Administration should be doing everything they can to work with Israel. Biden administration ramps up political disagreements with Israel, creating new Mideast headaches... | foxnews.com”

Van Hollen (D-MD) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “The declassification of this important new USSC Report about the shooting death of American citizen & journalist, Shireen Abu Akleh, is vital to ensuring accountability & saving innocent lives going forward — goals we should all support.   My full statement: Link to image”

Iran

Calvert (R-CA-41) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “The United States must send an unequivocal message to China and Iran that America and our allies will fully exercise and defend our rights in international waters anywhere in the world.”

Risch (R-ID) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “We're approaching another dangerous #JCPOA sunset - the prohibitions against #Iran's ballistic missiles expire in October. While today's sanctions are a start, the Biden Admin has been caught flat-footed and has failed to articulate a broader Iran strategy.”

Young (R-IN) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Iran exports terror and instability not just across the Middle East, but throughout the world. I pressed the Biden Administration about its lack of a strategy to confront Iran and strategically compete with global challengers in the Middle East. Link to video”

Saudi Arabia

Cornyn (R-TX) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @emiliotgonzalez – “DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Saudi Arabia has welcomed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on an official visit, reaching out to yet another U.S. foe. Our friends don't respect us Our enemies don't fear us Saudi Arabia welcomes Venezuelan leader Maduro, reaching out to yet an... | washingtontimes.com”

Feenstra (R-IA-4) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Biden needs to end his attacks on American energy production and support #IA04 biofuels so that we can end our reliance on foreign oil. Gas prices could spike after Saudi Arabia oil production cut... | foxbusiness.com”

Fry (R-SC-7) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “If the Biden administration hadn't attacked America's energy independence and made us rely on foreign countries for oil, we wouldn't have to worry about rising prices at the pump. @HouseGOP wants to regain American energy independence. Oil prices pop 2.5% after Saudi Arabia pledges more voluntary production cuts... | cnbc.com”

Gaetz (R-FL-1) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “Cartel buys our weapons China buys our farmland Ukraine buys our First Family Saudi buys our golf”

Kim (R-CA-40) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “America should never have to rely on bad actors like China, Russia, and Saudi Arabia to fuel our country. U.S. energy independence is vital for our economy and our national security. I'll keep working to expand and secure our energy supply chains.”

Lee (R-UT) 06/06/2023: Twitter thread – “The PGA golf tour is buying Saudi-backed LIV Golf tour. It looks like a long-established, dominant incumbent is acquiring a nascent competitor—one that has been challenging its dominant position. LIV Golf, PGA Tour Agree to Merge... | wsj.com   Link to reply@BasedMikeLee Think you've got it backwards Senator. Saudi PIF is buying the PGA. @AHolt12 The impact is the same either way.”

Murphy (D-CT) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “So weird. PGA officials were in my office just months ago talking about how the Saudis' human rights record should disqualify them from having a stake in a major American sport. I guess maybe their concerns weren't really about human rights? Show more   Link to quoted tweetBreaking: The PGA Tour, LIV Golf and the DP World Tour have merged "to unify the game of golf," it was announced Tuesday. More: (Golf unity: PGA Tour, World Tour merge with LIV... | es.pn) (Link to twitter.com)”

Roy (R-TX-21) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “In the end, it's always about the money. Saudi Arabia just bought themselves a one-world golf government. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING: PGA Tour agrees to merge with Saudi-backed rival LIV Golf (PGA Tour agrees to merge with Saudi-backed rival LIV Golf... | cnb.cx)”

Iraq

Casten (D-IL-6) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Over the weekend, I was honored to attend the renaming ceremony of the Crystal Lake Post Office to honor Corporal Ryan J. Cummings, USMC, who died in combat in Iraq in 2006. Link to image”

Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) 06/05/2023: Twitter thread – “Today, I was in Bergenfield to announce that after months of debt ceiling negotiations, I helped secure a $20B investment for the PACT Act Toxic Exposure Fund — a $15B boost to expand healthcare to veterans who were exposed to burn pits and toxic substances during their service. Link to image We stopped far-right extremists from gutting healthcare and benefits for veterans, slashing investments for our military and law enforcement, crashing our economy, and putting America's leadership in the world at risk. Link to image I helped pass the PACT Act to expand VA-provided healthcare to nearly 3.5M Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan-era veterans — including thousands across NJ — who were exposed to toxic substances. Included is a provision I drafted to address the mental health impacts of toxic exposure. As of March 2021, of the more than 200,000 veterans who were signed up for the VA's burn pit registry — 70% of claims had been denied. Many are still sick and too many have already died. This new investment will help improve research, treatment, and help the VA process claims.”

Türkiye

Risch (R-ID) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “#Sweden is an important partner of the U.S. with a strong military, democratic values, & experience dealing with #Russia. It's past time we add Sweden to @NATO. On Sweden's National Day, I reaffirm my support for its acceptance into the alliance. Turkey & Hungary must act.”

Tunisia

Phillips (D-MN-3) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “As the Tunisian people face democratic backsliding and severe economic instability, US assistance must directly support citizens and preserve rapidly diminishing civic space. That's why I've written a letter with MENACA Subcommittee Chair @RepJoeWilson urging swift action. Link to quoted tweetFirst in Al-Monitor: US lawmakers urge aid for Tunisia's civil society as crackdown intensifies (US lawmakers urge aid for Tunisia's civil society as crackdown intensifies... | al-monitor.com)”

Pakistan

Sherman (D-CA-32) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “This is not good. #Pakistan In Secret Meeting, Pakistani Military Ordered Press to Stop Covering Imran Khan... | theintercept.com”

Jewish, Anti-semitism

Bacon (R-NE-2) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @JGreenblattADL – “Jewish students are experiencing rising levels of #antisemitism on campus. Thank you, @deenayellin, for highlighting how challenging campus life has become for so many Jewish students. Campus leaders must do more to combat this hatred. Tired of hiding: Jews at U.S. colleges face rising antisemitism from left and right... | northjersey.com”

Brown (D-OH-11) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “A record number of antisemitic incidents were reported in the U.S. last year, according to the @ADL. We must combat rising antisemitism and always #StandUpToJewishHate whenever and wherever it occurs. Link to image”

Issa (R-CA-48) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “I'll say it every chance I get. If America does not lead in crushing antisemitism in denouncing it, the rest of the world will take it as it's OK to do. House passes resolution condemning antisemitism as Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial continues... | post-gazette.com”

Landsman (D-OH-1) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “Condemning the rise of antisemitism is personal to me. I want my children's Judaism to be fully appreciated. I also want them to be safe. We're not there yet, so I fully support H.R. 382 - a bill that calls on our elected officials & faith leaders to stop the hate & educate. Link to video”

Lawler (R-NY-17) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Thank you @NRO for highlighting my bill to combat anti-Semitism on college campuses. Our Constitution guarantees people the right to say what they want, but the federal government shouldn't be using taxpayer dollars to support it. What Would Happen If We Defunded Antisemitic Schools? | National Review”

Lee (D-PA-12) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “We must do all we can to stand by our Jewish community as the Pittsburgh Synagogue shooting trial resumes. That's why I am tirelessly fighting to secure over $3.5M in funding to help educate against antisemitism & white supremacy while addressing trauma. Leaders call for funding to combat antisemitism and hate... | cbsnews.com”

Manning (D-NC-6) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “Austria was one of the first European Union Member States to introduce a national strategy to counterantisemitism. This week, I met with @SchneebauerP to discuss ways we can work together in the global fight against antisemitism. Link to image”

Moskowitz (D-FL-23) 06/05/2023: In reply to Tweet@mychaelschnell @thehill @JaredEMoskowitz If I couldn't like this guy enough, I learn his shoe game is 🔥. Do you hoop Jared? – “@brettlinzer @mychaelschnell @thehill I hoop, as well as any other 5”7 42 year old Jewish male”

Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Great to recently welcome @Hadassah and @nladler to my office to discuss our efforts to fight the scourge of rising antisemitism and hatred. By amplifying the voices of Jewish women, we build a more inclusive nation where those of all backgrounds are welcomed and appreciated. Link to image”

Afghanistan

Burchett (R-TN-2) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Update: all members of the Foreign Affairs Committee will now be able to view these concerns and the State Department's response. We haven't forgotten what happened in Afghanistan, and we're still fighting to hold the Biden administration accountable. Link to quoted tweetA 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?”

Crow (D-CO-6) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “I served alongside Afghan partners and I might not be here today without them. Our Afghan Allies Protection Act honors the promises we made to those who were willing to sacrifice their lives for ours. We can't turn our backs now. @RepBradWenstrup @repblumenauer @SenatorWicker… Show more”

Crow (D-CO-6) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “I just read the Afghanistan dissent channel cable, and it is consistent with the prior briefing @StateDept provided to @HouseForeign. @SecBlinken's ongoing efforts to preserve the integrity of the dissent channel safeguard this invaluable platform. As an Afghanistan veteran, the… Show more”

Davidson (R-OH-8) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Foreign Affairs Committee members will finally get answers on the events that occurred during the botched withdrawal of Afghanistan. It's time for @SecBlinken to own up. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING🚨CHM @RepMcCaul has secured an agreement with @SecBlinken allowing all HFAC Members access to the Afghanistan dissent channel cable and response. This is the first time in U.S. history a dissent channel cable has been shared with Congress. Read his full statement here⬇️ (Link to twitter.com)”

Green (R-TN-7) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “The list of President Biden's failures just keeps growing: 👉Border Crisis 👉Energy Crisis 👉Inflation 👉Afghanistan Withdrawal And more. Yet he refuses to take responsibility for a single one.”

Huizenga (R-MI-4) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @alexbward – “NEW: SecState Blinken will let all House Foreign Affairs Committee members read the Afghanistan dissent cable, a committee aide tells me. This comes after a major fight between State and HFAC. Blinken previously allowed Chair McCaul and RM Meeks to read it.”

Huizenga (R-MI-4) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @HouseForeignGOP – “BREAKING🚨CHM @RepMcCaul has secured an agreement with @SecBlinken allowing all HFAC Members access to the Afghanistan dissent channel cable and response. This is the first time in U.S. history a dissent channel cable has been shared with Congress. Read his full statement here⬇️ Link to image”

Issa (R-CA-48) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “Today, I read the Afghanistan dissent cable. It reveals Biden's big lie about his biggest failure. Our people on the ground warned the Biden Admin its Afghanistan policy would collapse. They were ignored. We were told a different story. The cover-up is now over.”

Issa (R-CA-48) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “There's no reason the American people shouldn't see the truth about Afghanistan. I will not rest until they do. 'Embarrassing' dissent cable shows Biden 'allowed' Afghanistan to collapse: Rep. Issa... | foxnews.com”

Kean (R-NJ-7) 06/06/2023: Twitter thread – “This is unprecedented and a positive step forward in our committee's work to find answers. The cable contains vital first-hand information from Embassy Kabul personnel who were on the ground prior to the collapse as well as the State Deptartment's response. Link to quoted tweetBREAKING🚨CHM @RepMcCaul has secured an agreement with @SecBlinken allowing all HFAC Members access to the Afghanistan dissent channel cable and response. This is the first time in U.S. history a dissent channel cable has been shared with Congress. Read his full statement here⬇️ (Link to twitter.com) For our veterans and Gold Star families, like the families of the 13 service members killed at Abbey Gate, we will get answers to ensure something like this never happens again.”

Lesko (R-AZ-8) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “🚨A new document reveals President Biden IGNORED warnings regarding the rushed withdrawal from Afghanistan. The buck stops with Biden. He is responsible for the deadly, botched withdrawal. Afghanistan document shows Biden ‘didn't heed' warnings ahead of withdrawal, Rep. McCaul says... | foxnews.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @maxpcohen – “News: Secretary of State Antony Blinken is allowing all House Foreign Affairs Committee members to view a Kabul embassy dissent cable and the State Department's response. Chair Michael McCaul pushed for this increased access after viewing the cable last month”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “⬇️⬇️⬇️ Link to quoted tweetBREAKING🚨CHM @RepMcCaul has secured an agreement with @SecBlinken allowing all HFAC Members access to the Afghanistan dissent channel cable and response. This is the first time in U.S. history a dissent channel cable has been shared with Congress. Read his full statement here⬇️ (Link to twitter.com)”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/06/2023: Retweet of @politicongress – “Michael McCaul won a major victory after the State Department allowed all members of his committee access to a dissent cable related to the withdrawal from Afghanistan.  Michael McCaul won a major victory after the State Department allowed all members of his committee access to a dissent cable related to the withdrawal from Afghanistan. ... | politico.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/06/2023: Retweet of @michaelgwaltz – “Just left the State Department after reviewing the Afghanistan withdrawal dissent cable. The American people - especially the 13 Gold Star families - should be able to read this.”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Twitter thread – “BREAKING🚨CHM @RepMcCaul has secured an agreement with @SecBlinken allowing all HFAC Members access to the Afghanistan dissent channel cable and response. This is the first time in U.S. history a dissent channel cable has been shared with Congress. Read his full statement here⬇️ Link to image Read the full statement below⬇️ McCaul Secures Briefing of Dissent Cable for All HFAC Members - Committee on Foreign Affairs”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @alexbward – “NEW: SecState Blinken will let all House Foreign Affairs Committee members read the Afghanistan dissent cable, a committee aide tells me. This comes after a major fight between State and HFAC. Blinken previously allowed Chair McCaul and RM Meeks to read it.”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @PunchbowlNews – “NEWS in @PunchbowlNews Midday: Blinken is allowing all HFAC members to view a 2021 Kabul embassy dissent cable and State's response. And Comer moves forward on Wray contempt proceedings. Why Premium? - Punchbowl News”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @maxpcohen – “News: Secretary of State Antony Blinken is allowing all House Foreign Affairs Committee members to view a Kabul embassy dissent cable and the State Department's response. Chair Michael McCaul pushed for this increased access after viewing the cable last month”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @WarrenDavidson – “Foreign Affairs Committee members will finally get answers on the events that occurred during the botched withdrawal of Afghanistan. It's time for @SecBlinken to own up. Link to quoted tweet”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @RepTimBurchett – “Update: all members of the Foreign Affairs Committee will now be able to view these concerns and the State Department's response. We haven't forgotten what happened in Afghanistan, and we're still fighting to hold the Biden administration accountable. Link to quoted tweet”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @JerryDunleavy – “NEW: McCaul says Blinken has blinked again & will allow the full House Foreign Affairs Committee to review the Kabul dissent cable. This cave by Blinken only happened after he was threatened with contempt of Congress for defying a congressional subpoena. Blinken blinks: Secretary of state avoids contempt by meeting Afghan dissent cable demands... | washingtonexaminer.com   Link to quoted tweet”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/06/2023: Retweet of @politicongress – “Michael McCaul won a major victory after the State Department allowed all members of his committee access to a dissent cable related to the withdrawal from Afghanistan.  Michael McCaul won a major victory after the State Department allowed all members of his committee access to a dissent cable related to the withdrawal from Afghanistan. ... | politico.com”

McCaul (R-TX-10) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “About time Blinken Blinked… Blinken blinks: Secretary of state avoids contempt by meeting Afghan dissent cable demands... | washingtonexaminer.com”

Padilla (D-CA) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “🗞️NEWS: From June 21st to 24th, Sacramento's SAFE Credit Union Convention Center will be hosting an Afghan Support Center to provide resources to help Afghans who relocated to the United States integrate into their new home. Find out more here: Sacramento | Afghan Support Centers”

Radewagen (R-AS-0) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Thank you, Chairman McCaul of @HouseForeignGOP for persistence to secure agreement with the Secretary of State so HFAC can view a Kabul embassy dissent cable and State Dept response for insight into Afghanistan Aug 2021 events as @HouseGOP is committed to full oversight.”

Scalise (R-LA-1) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @HouseForeignGOP – “BREAKING🚨CHM @RepMcCaul has secured an agreement with @SecBlinken allowing all HFAC Members access to the Afghanistan dissent channel cable and response. This is the first time in U.S. history a dissent channel cable has been shared with Congress. Read his full statement here⬇️ Link to image”

Self (R-TX-3) 06/06/2023: Twitter thread – “Diplomatic “insurrection” at Kabul Embassy:   Prior to the catastrophic Afghanistan withdrawal, 23 State Department officials from the Kabul Embassy signed a dissent cable warning the Biden administration of the dangers the ill-fated withdrawal presented. Thank you to @RepMcCaul for ensuring all House Foreign Affairs Committee Members have access to the dissent channel cable and the response. This information is critical to the HFAC investigation of the Afghanistan withdrawal.”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 06/06/2023: Twitter thread – “Just left the State Department after reviewing the Afghanistan withdrawal dissent cable. The American people - especially the 13 Gold Star families - should be able to read this. What's clear: the Biden Administration's response was bureaucratic and feckless despite what was warned by career diplomats. What absolute incompetency. To this day - ZERO accountability.”

Waltz (R-FL-6) 06/06/2023: Retweet of @kelly_laco – “NEW: Handful of lawmakers including @DarrellIssa @michaelgwaltz and @RepJasonCrow went to the State Department today to view the Afghanistan dissent cable per arrangement between @RepMcCaul and Blinken. Waltz's takeaway: Americans & Gold Star families should be able to read it.”

Wenstrup (R-OH-2) 06/05/2023: Retweet of @RepJasonCrow – “I served alongside Afghan partners and I might not be here today without them. Our Afghan Allies Protection Act honors the promises we made to those who were willing to sacrifice their lives for ours. We can't turn our backs now. @RepBradWenstrup @repblumenauer @SenatorWicker… Show more”

Wenstrup (R-OH-2) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Joining @RepJasonCrow on @TheLeadCNN at 4:25pm to discuss our Afghan Allies Protection Act. Be sure to tune in!”

Other - Middle East

Lankford (R-OK) 06/06/2023: Tweet – “I can tell you CBP—the people actually at the border—paint a much different story. The border is still wide open and causing a gigantic national security crisis with young-adult, military aged males crossing from Russia, Mauritania, China, & the Middle East Link to quoted tweetAs border crossings dip, Biden admin crows about the fiasco that never happened (As border crossings dip, Biden admin crows about the fiasco that never happened... | ow.ly)”

Norman (R-SC-5) 06/05/2023: Tweet – “Federal grants were used to target and suppress conservative organizations instead of addressing al-Qaeda's recruitment of Americans. The weaponization of taxpayer money to attack conservatives is UNACCEPTABLE!! Happy to join @RepAndyBiggsAZ in demanding answers from the DHS… Show more”