Dear Friends,

News Update:  The news from Israel is heartbreaking and horrifying:  In a sophisticated attack planned with and authorized by Iran, Hamas launched thousands of rockets at Israel, disabled Israeli border surveillance by bombing observation towers with drones, and blew holes in the security fence. One thousand Hamas terrorists then invaded Israel by land, sea and air. Hamas murdered more than 800 Jews, wounded approximately 2,400 Jews, and took at least dozens of hostages, including little Jewish babies, children, women, elderly, disabled persons (including a Holocaust survivor) and soldiers.  Hamas paraded injured, naked Israeli women through the streets to cheering crowds, and threw Jewish babies and children into cages.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reports that it has taken control of all points of infiltration from Gaza into Israel, neutralized hundreds of terrorists and apprehended tens of terrorists. Active, heroic battles to rescue hostages have taken place. The IDF is now present in every town and community in southern Israel. The IDF announced yesterday that it is completing evacuating all civilians from the towns and communities in the south. The IDF is mounting a strong counterattack; it has struck 500 terror targets and infrastructure in Gaza. In northern Israel, shots were fired toward IDF posts; no soldiers were injured there. Aerial and ground forces are also on alert in northern Israel due to the Hezbollah threat; as well as in Judea/Samaria.

In Judea/Samaria, the Palestinian Authority’s governing party Fatah is celebrating and calling Hamas’ slaughter of Jews a “morning of victory, joy, and pride” and “story of heroism.” Fatah is urging all Palestinian Arabs to “escalate” and participate in terror against Israelis “in all arenas.” (PMW report) Terror-connected anti-Israel groups (SJP, Samidoun, etc.) are holding hateful antisemitic, anti-Israel rallies in New York, Canada and elsewhere.

Action Alert Update / What You Can Do to Help: Our previous action alert (“Urgent Alert From ZOA: Call Your Senator, House Rep & White House To Support Israeli Defense Against Hamas’ Massive Attack”) provided the switchboard numbers for all of Congress and the White House. Unfortunately, we were told that the switchboard will be closed until Tuesday. ZOA thus compiled for our activists contact information for every Senator, along with the Senators’ and President Biden’s relevant tweets or statements. See below. Additional info below includes statements by several House members; anti-Israel groups; etc. Please feel free to stay in touch with ZOA (liz@zoa.org or info@zoa.org) about your efforts.

Actions we suggest:

(1) Thanks and Tweets: We are gratified that Pres. Biden and almost every Senator made a strong statement unequivocally supporting Israel’s right to defend herself and condemning Hamas’ horrific atrocities. Please thank them. Note that Israel-haters are actively criticizing Senators’ pro-Israel tweets. Please tweet replies favoring the Senators’ pro-Israel statements; as well as calls and emails.

(2) Urge that Support for Israel Must Continue: It is vital to let President Biden and your Senators and Representatives know that they must continue to support Israel and Israel’s counterattacks against Hamas, no matter how long this takes. Hamas needs to be crushed, or it will slaughter innocent Jews again and again. In May 2021, Hamas launched 4,500 rockets at Israel and then Israel counterattacked. The U.S. initially supported Israel’s right to defend herself, but soon afterwards reportedly pressured Israel into a premature ceasefire. If Israel had been allowed to finish the job in 2021, yesterday’s tragedy may have been averted. Already some Squad members are pushing for an immediate ceasefire, thereby enabling Hamas to attack again. We cannot allow this.

Yesterday, Biden’s Secretary of State Blinken tweeted after he spoke with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (a Hamas ally): “I encouraged Türkiye’s advocacy for a cease-fire and the release of all hostages held by Hamas immediately.” Demanding immediate release of the hostages is vital. However, endorsing a ceasefire right after Hamas’ mass murder of Israelis raises concerns that the administration may again pressure Israel not to crush Hamas.

(3) Urge the U.S. to Promptly Provide Israel What it Needs: Several bi-partisan Congresspersons specifically promised to make sure that Israel gets the help it needs; and Pres. Biden said that his team will engage “to make sure” that Israel has what it needs. Please urge Pres. Biden to follow through, and urge your Senators and Reps to join the following efforts to replenish Iron Dome and promptly provide whatever Israel needs:

• Rep. Jim Jordan: “We need to immediately help replenish Israel’s stockpile of Iron Dome missiles to protect more innocent civilians from getting killed. Let’s make sure Congress can unite and assure Israel has what it needs to destroy Hamas.”
• Sen. Chris Coons: “I will work with the administration to ensure the people of Israel have what they need to defend themselves against these atrocities.”
• Sen. Tim Kaine: “I will continue to work with the Biden administration to ensure that Israel receives the support it needs.”
• Sen. Lindsey Graham: “I assured [Israel’s Ambassador] that I along with many other Republicans and Democrats will make sure Israel has what it needs to destroy Hamas.”

(4) Urge Enforcing Iran Sanctions and Ending Financial Support for Palestinians and UNRWA: Iran earned $54 billion in oil sales revenue in 2022. Senior Hamas and Hezbollah officials and an advisor to Syria have revealed that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) worked with Hamas since August to plan Hamas’ invasion of Israel, and that Iran gave the final go-ahead at an IRGC meeting with Hamas and Hezbollah. (See “Iran Helped Plot Attack on Israel Over Several Weeks,” Wall St. Jnl., Oct. 8, 2023)

Many Republican Senators pointed out that Hamas is Iran-backed and/or that Hamas’ attack is connected to the U.S. failing to enforce sanctions against Iran, allowing Iran to obtain billions of dollars and/or is connected to the U.S. funding the Palestinians and Hamas-allied UNRWA. (See, e.g., Sen. Marsha Blackburn’s statement.) Unfortunately, no Democratic Senators mentioned Iran in their otherwise very supportive tweets yesterday (except for Chris Murphy, who accused Mike Pence of “partisan hackery” and “bad faith” for pointing out a connection to the U.S. agreeing to release $6 billion to Iran). Please urge Pres. Biden and a united Congress, including both our Democratic and Republican friends, to stop funding the Palestinians and UNRWA; to strictly enforce oil and other sanctions against the Islamic Republic of Iran; and to freeze the most recent $6 billion release of funds to Iran. 

(5) Condemn and Challenge Problematic Statements:

Although almost all statements supported Israel, there were a few problematic statements: 

• Despicably, in response to Hamas attacking Israel, the U.S. Office of Palestinian Affairs (OPA) in Jerusalem called on “all sides” [meaning Israel] to “refrain from violence and retaliatory attacks.” The post was later deleted. This is one more reason why the OPA, which is actively involved in funding Palestinians, should be closed.
• Sen. Peter Welch said “cycles of violence” must end. This language wrongly blames “both sides” for Hamas’ unprovoked attacks. There would be no need for Israel to defend herself if Hamas did not initiate atrocities against Israeli civilians.
• Sen. Warnock’s statement failed to identify the terrorists and the victims.
• Outrageously, Cong. Jamaal Bowman called for ending the blockade of Gaza. The blockade by Israel and Egypt is a weapons blockade. Ending this blockade would allow Hamas to import even more weapons and perpetrate even more violence.
• Squad members Ilhan Omar and Ayanna Pressley also used the misleading “cycles” of violence language, and called for a de-escalation and ceasefire. A ceasefire means that Hamas cannot be attacked, degraded or destroyed – even as Hamas holds dozens or more Jewish hostages, including women, children, disabled and elderly Jews – and will do this all over again if Hamas is not crushed.

(6) Join the ZOA Coalition Emergency Activism Committee: We all want to help. We are starting this group to plan actions to help Israel in these difficult days. Our first zoom meeting will be tomorrow (Tuesday, Oct. 10) at 7:30 p.m. The sign-up link is here.

Below is every Senator’s and President Biden’s info:

U.S. Senators’ Contact Information and Tweets/Statements

Alabama

Katie Britt (R-AL)

• Address: 502 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5744
• Twitter: @SenKatieBritt
• Email: https://www.britt.senate.gov/share-your-opinion/
• She tweeted, after Pres. Biden released a statement after 11 a.m.: “Hours late. And still not a single mention of Iran. If President Biden isn’t even willing to acknowledge the regime backing & financing Hamas, we know he isn’t willing to hold Iran accountable. This fecklessness only encourages America’s adversaries & hostile actors worldwide.”
• At 10:13 a.m., Sen. Britt tweeted: “While our closest ally in the Middle East is under barbaric terrorist attack and the sound of sirens reverberates throughout Israel, the deafening silence from President Biden echoes not just throughout the United States, but across the globe.”

Tommy Tuberville (R-AL)

• Address: 142 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4124
• Twitter: @SenTuberville
• Email: https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/
• He tweeted: “Last month, Joe Biden gave $6 billion to Iran. Now, Iran is waging war on one of our closest allies and murdering innocent people. Joe Biden needs to explain to the American people why he is handing over billions of dollars to supporters of terrorists.” And “The Iran-backed terrorist attacks on Israel are completely unacceptable. Israel has every right to respond with force. The United States and Alabama stand firmly with Israel as they defend themselves against these barbaric terrorist attacks.”

Alaska

Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)

• Address: 522 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6665
• Twitter: @lisamurkowski
• Email: https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• She tweeted: “My heart is heavy for Israel, the families of those who have lost their loved ones, and the hundreds more wounded and reportedly taken hostage in these senseless attacks. I condemn Hamas’ terrorist actions on innocent civilians and call on the international community to join the United States in offering aid to Israel and unequivocally supporting Israel’s right to defend themselves from these atrocities. The Biden administration must reverse its failed policy of appeasement with Iran, and any other regime that would sponsor or support the terror group Hamas.”

Dan Sullivan (R-AK)

• Address: 302 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3004
• Twitter: @SenDanSullivan
• Email: https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/contact/email
• He tweeted: “America stands with the people of @Israel, our greatest ally in the Middle East, as they repel a widespread assault launched by Hamas terrorists today at the conclusion of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. This disgraceful attack involved the indiscriminate barrage of thousands of rockets against cities and towns across #Israel, and reportedly, the murder and hostage taking of many innocent civilians. Israel has a right to defend itself and its existence against any terrorist group or its backers, including the largest state sponsor of terrorism—Iran. We must support this right of our close ally during this horrendous attack on innocent Israelis. The terrorist regime in Iran must know that the United States is watching its actions very closely.”

Arizona

Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ)

• Address: 317 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4521
• Twitter: @SenatorSinema
• Email: https://www.sinema.senate.gov/contact-kyrsten
• She tweeted: “The terrorist attacks against Israel are horrific, and our hearts are with the Israeli people. We stand firmly with our strongest ally, and we’ll do everything we can to support Israel as she defends herself and protects innocent lives from violence and terrorism.”

Mark Kelly (D-AZ)

• Address: 516 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2235
• Twitter: @SenMarkKelly
• Email: https://www.kelly.senate.gov/
• He tweeted: “These attacks by Hamas against Israel were heinous and unprovoked. My thoughts are with the families of those killed, injured, and captured. I strongly condemn these attacks. The United States remains unwavering in our support for Israel and their right to self-defense.”

Arkansas

John Boozman (R-AR)

• Address: 141 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4843
• Twitter: @JohnBoozman
• Email: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• He tweeted: “Now and always, America stands with our ally Israel. This Iran-backed attack on the Jewish State is despicable and we unequivocally support Israel’s right to respond in defense of its people and sovereignty. Our prayers go out to all those suffering and in fear. #StandWithIsrael”

Tom Cotton (R-AR)

• Address: 326 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2353
• Twitter: @SenTomCotton
• Email: https://www.cotton.senate.gov/contact/contact-tom
• He tweeted: “Israel will need reinforcements in this war. President Biden should follow President Nixon’s example from the Yom Kippur War when faced with another surprise attack on Israel fifty years ago this weekend: send everything that shoots on everything that flies.”
• Tom Cotton website statement: “Cotton Statement on Israel: Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after Hamas terrorists launched attacks against Israel: “I join Arkansans in condemning the brazen attack on Israel by Iran’s proxy, Hamas. This war is a transparent attempt by Iran to derail the peace talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia. The United States should provide Israel the military and diplomatic support it needs to destroy Hamas. And the Biden administration should cease all engagement with Iran.”

California

Laphonza Butler (just replaced Dianne Feinstein) (D-CA)

Address: SD-G10 or -G12 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510

• Phone: (202) 224-3841
• Twitter: @LaphonzaB
• Email:
• She tweeted: “I am shocked and horrified by today’s coordinated terrorist attacks on Israel and its innocent civilians by Hamas. I condemn this cowardly attack during the Shabbat and Simchat Torah and the 50th Anniversary of the Yom Kippur war.”

Alex Padilla (D-CA)

• Address: 112 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3553
• Twitter: @AlexPadilla4CA
• Email: http://www.padilla.senate.gov/
• He tweeted: “Israel has a right to defend itself, as it did with an airstrike against a senior commander of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, one of Iran’s many terrorist proxies. With rockets being fired into Israel in response, I’m thankful to see Iron Dome saving Israeli & Palestinian lives.”
• Note: His 2021 statement on his website called for an immediate ceasefire.

Colorado

Michael F. Bennet (D-CO)

• Address: 261 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5852
• Twitter: @SenatorBennet
• Email: https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• He tweeted: “Hamas’s violent attacks on innocent Israeli civilians is horrifying. Israel has every right to defend itself against this terrorism. We stand by our ally, Israel.”

John W. Hickenlooper (D-CO)

• Address: 374 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5941
• Twitter: @SenatorHick
• Email: https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/
• He tweeted: “Israeli families are mourning too many loved ones lost today. We condemn these attacks on civilians and stand with the nation of Israel.”

Connecticut

Richard Blumenthal (D-CT)

• Address: 706 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2823 Hartford Office: (860) 258-6940
• Twitter: @SenBlumenthal
• Email: https://www.blumenthal.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “I am heartbroken & sickened by massive murderous attacks against Israeli civilians, leaving hundreds dead & wounded. The United States must stand with Israel.”

Christopher Murphy (D-CT)

• Address: 136 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4041 Hartford office: 860 549-8463
• Twitter: @ChrisMurphyCT
• Email: http://www.murphy.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted, accusing Mike Pence of “partisan hackery” and “bad faith” for pointing out the connection to the U.S. giving Iran $6 billion. He also tweeted: “What has happened in Israel is unconscionable. I stand firmly with the government of Israel and the Israeli people, and my every thought is with the grieving families and the wounded. The entire world must stand together to renounce this horrific violence carried out Hamas.” Last week, Murphy co-led a hostile-to-Israel letter.

Delaware

Thomas R. Carper (D-DE)

• Address: 513 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2441
• Twitter: @SenatorCarper
• Email: http://www.carper.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/email-senator-carper
• He tweeted: “I am appalled at the attacks we are seeing across Israel, and condemn those responsible for this violence in the strongest possible terms. I am proud to stand with the people of Israel as they defend themselves against these acts of terrorism.”

Christopher A. Coons (D-DE)

• Address: 218 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5042
• Twitter: @ChrisCoons
• Email: https://www.coons.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “I unequivocally condemn Hamas’ unprovoked invasion and attacks against Israel. This violence against civilians is reprehensible, and I will work with the administration to ensure the people of Israel have what they need to defend themselves against these atrocities.”

Florida

Marco Rubio (R-FL)

• Address: 284 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3041
• Twitter: @marcorubio
• Email: http://www.rubio.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• He tweeted: “Israel was attacked by a Hamas terror group funded & supplied by Iran. And the continued appeasement of Iran is encouraging these attacks.”
• Marco Rubio website statement: “RUBIO PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL, WARNS AGAINST APPEASING IRANIAN REGIME, Oct. 7, 2023. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) released a statement following an unprecedented attack in Israel carried out by Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists. “Jeanette and I unite in prayer for the victims of these horrific terrorist attacks and stand by the nation of Israel. The cowardly terrorist attack on Israeli civilians must be condemned without equivocation and those responsible must be held accountable. We need to support our ally Israel in its response because it is in America’s national interest that Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists are defeated.”

“This should also serve as a wakeup call to the Biden Administration that the Iranian regime cannot be trusted, bargained with, or bought off. Appeasing a regime that hates America will lead to more chaos, more death, and more devastation.” – Senator Rubio

Rick Scott (R-FL)

• Address: 502 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5274
• Twitter: @SenRickScott
• Email: https://www.rickscott.senate.gov/contact/contact
• He tweeted: “Israel is under attack and being invaded. Israeli women and children are being murdered and dragged through the streets of Gaza by Iran-backed Hamas terrorists. It’s 9:25 a.m. and we still haven’t heard from @POTU.S. Where the hell is Joe Biden?” Also: “Israelis are dying today at the hands of Iran-backed terrorists. Every American ally & partner must swiftly condemn this invasion & acts of war by Hamas terrorists & the Iranian regime which supports their murderous attacks. We stand with Israel.” Also: “This is exactly why so many Americans & Israelis were DISGU.S.TED to see @JoeBiden give the Iranian regime $6 billion last month. Every dollar given to Iran funds terrorism in the Ayatollah’s quest to destroy Israel. Iran is behind today’s invasion & everyone must say that.” Also, he retweeted IDF posts showing Israel being attacked; and reposted: “Trigger warning: Hamas terrorists kidnapped an Israeli young woman earlier today. Hamas = Isis. Same ideology, different names. The footage coming out of southern Israel makes this absolutely clear.” And reposted: “Hamas = ISIS. Noa is held hostage by Hamas. She could be your daughter, sister, friend. #BringBackOurFamily”

Georgia

Jon Ossoff (D-GA)

• Address: 455 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3521
• Twitter: @SenOssoff
• Email: https://www.ossoff.senate.gov/
• He tweeted his statement at 8:32 p.m: “Sen. Ossoff Statement on Hamas Attack on Israel: “I condemn in the strongest terms Hamas’ indiscriminate and murderous assault on our Israeli allies. This evening I spoke with Israeli Consul General Anat Sultan-Dadon to convey Georgians’ support for Israel and the Israeli people, and our outrage and grief at the murder of Israeli civilians.” “I expect to be briefed by senior U.S. national security officials within the hour on the latest developments and efforts to support our allies and protect Americans in the region.”

Raphael G. Warnock (D-GA)

• Address: 388 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3643
• Twitter: @SenatorWarnock
• Email: https://www.warnock.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “I’m deeply saddened and alarmed by this morning’s news out of Israel. We must condemn terrorism in all its forms. Praying for the victims of this disturbing violence and that peace may prevail.” (Note: He did NOT mention who the victims or who the terrorists were.)

Hawaii

Brian Schatz (D-HI)

• Address: 722 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3934
• Twitter: @brianschatz
• Email: https://www.schatz.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “The terrorist attacks in Israel are an abomination and we stand with the State of Israel and its right to defend itself.”
• He also reposted tweets from Tal Schneider saying: “This number is up – 250 murdered. civilians at an outdoor music festival. 20 policemen, moms & dads at the surrounding Kibbutzes (villages), elderly, and kids. Israeli Health Authorities update: 200 killed in huge Hamas assault, 1100 injured, about 200 are severely hurt; dozens of hostages taken to Gaza, including women, men, elderly, and young kids.”

Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI)

• Address: 109 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6361
• Twitter: @maziehirono
• Email: https://www.hirono.senate.gov/contact
• No tweets appear yet.

Idaho

Mike Crapo (R-ID)

• Address: 239 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6142
• Twitter: @MikeCrapo
• Email: https://www.crapo.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “The Hamas attacks on innocent civilians commands a forceful response. The United States stands firmly with our ally Israel and its right to defend itself against terrorists and those seeking to cause harm to the innocent.”

James E. Risch (R-ID)

• Address: 483 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2752
• Twitter: @SenatorRisch
• Email: http://www.risch.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=Email
• No tweet appears yet.
• Risch’s statement on Foreign Relations Committee website: “Risch Statement on Terrorist Attacks Against Israel” BOISE, Idaho – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today released the following statement on the terrorist attacks against Israel:

“The thoughts and prayers of the American people are with our friend and partner Israel in the aftermath of an unprovoked attack at the hands of Palestinian terror groups. These attacks are a stark reminder that Israel faces enduring threats posed by Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), and Hezbollah, and are one reason why Israel continues to deserve the United States’ unwavering support.

“Israel has every right to respond to these attacks, and has the unequivocal support of the United States as it takes actions to prevent further violence. Any premature calls to curb Israel’s response before the threat is diminished are misguided and dangerous. We stand ready to provide support for our partner in its time of need.

“These attacks also underscore the dangers of a continued weak-kneed U.S. approach to Iran. Hamas, the PIJ, and Hezbollah rely on their Iranian patron to threaten Israel. This is the sort of outcome that is encouraged by the facilitation of the flow of cash to Iran as was recently done with $6 billion that was released by the Biden Administration. These attacks reinforce the need for a more aggressive U.S.-Iran policy that more effectively deprives the regime and its proxies of resources. Sanctions and sanctions enforcement – particularly Chinese purchases of Iranian oil – need vast improvement. The Biden Administration can and should do more.

“Finally, the Palestinian Authority’s (PA) response to these attacks has been notably muted. The PA should strongly condemn these attacks, urge calm, and demonstrate the leadership to prevent violence from spilling over into the West Bank. Otherwise, this will represent yet another missed opportunity for the PA to demonstrate leadership and discourage, rather than incentivize, violence.

“We stand shoulder to shoulder with our Israeli partners and offer condolences for the innocent lives lost.”

Illinois

Richard J. Durbin (D-IL)

• Address: 711 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2152
• Twitter: @SenatorDurbin
• Email: https://www.durbin.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “Violence against the innocent is never the answer. The Hamas terrorist attack on Israel is reprehensible. I pray for the peacemakers who can lead the Israelis and the Palestinians away from this death and suffering.”

Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)

• Address: 524 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2854
• Twitter: @SenDuckworth
• Email: https://www.duckworth.senate.gov/content/contact-senator
• She tweeted: “My heart goes out to the people of Israel as they face these horrific, unconscionable and ongoing coordinated Hamas attacks and kidnappings on Simchat Torah. The United States stands with Israel and its right to defend itself. The world must unequivocally condemn all terrorism.”

Indiana

Todd Young (R-IN)

• Address: 185 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5623
• Twitter: @SenToddYoung
• Email: https://www.young.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “The attacks by Hamas terrorists on Israeli civilians are appalling. The United States stands with Israel and supports its right to defend itself and confront this violence.”

Mike Braun (R-IN)

• Address: 404 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4814
• Twitter: @SenatorBraun
• Email: http://www.braun.senate.gov/contact-mike
• He tweeted: “The United States must continue to stand strong with Israel as they respond to these shocking acts of terror from Iran-backed Hamas.”

Iowa

Chuck Grassley (R-IA)

• Address: 135 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3744
• Twitter: @ChuckGrassley
• Email: http://www.grassley.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “The U.S. must stand w our ally Israel as they are senselessly attacked by Hamas terrorists Israel has rightly called “a state of war”

Joni Ernst (R-IA)

• Address: 730 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Twitter: @SenJoniErnst
• Phone: (202) 224-3254
• Email: https://www.ernst.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• She tweeted: “Make no mistake: Hamas is funded and supported by Iran. America must never appease this ruthless regime and its terror proxies who seek to kill our allies and friends. #StandWithIsrael” And “I #StandWithIsrael and all my Israeli friends in the face of this horrific attack. It is the latest example of Iran’s proxies stoking chaos in the region. Israel has every right to defend itself.”

Kansas

Jerry Moran (R-KS)

• Address: 521 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6521
• Twitter: @JerryMoran
• Email: https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/e-mail-jerry
• He tweeted: “I am appalled by Hamas’s attacks on Israel. I strongly condemn these actions and resolutely stand in support of Israel as it responds to this terrorism. The suffering of Israelis and Palestinians at the hands of this Iranian-supported terrorist group must end.”

Roger Marshall (R-KS)

• Address: 479A Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4774
• Twitter: @RogerMarshallMD
• Email: https://www.marshall.senate.gov/
• He tweeted: “Our hearts go out to Israel in their fight for their lives right now against the barbaric attacks on civilians at the hands of Hamas terrorist. America stands with Prime Minister Netanyahu, the Israeli people, and our unwavering commitment to their safety and security.” And “I stand with Israel.”

Kentucky

Mitch McConnell (R-KY)

• Address: 317 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2541
• Twitter: @McConnellPress
• Email: http://www.mcconnell.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=contact
• He tweeted: “Today’s terrorist violence against Israel is a reminder of the evil that motivates Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and their patrons in Tehran. The United States and the civilized world must stand in solidarity as a fellow democracy defends its sovereignty and its citizens against vicious attacks. My full statement: linked“
• His full statement said: “Today’s terrorist violence against Israel is a reminder of the evil that motivates Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and their patrons in Tehran. The United States and the civilized world must stand in solidarity as a fellow democracy defends its sovereignty and its citizens and must unequivocally condemn these vicious attacks against civilian populations. Terror on Israeli soil is only the sharpest edge of a concerted terrorist effort that threatens the United States, our partners in the Middle East, and free societies across the world. The terrorists responsible for this ongoing war against Israel were trained and equipped by Iran, the same terror state providing lethal drones to Russia to attack Ukraine. There must be consequences for those who conduct or support such terror. Failure to support friends under attack – in Kyiv or Tel Aviv – will only embolden the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism and fellow authoritarians who watch closely for a weakening of American leadership and Western solidarity.”

Rand Paul (R-KY)

• Address: 167 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4343
• Twitter: @RandPaul
• Email: https://www.paul.senate.gov/connect/email-rand
• He tweeted: “My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Israel. These horrific and violent acts of terrorism should be universally condemned.”

Louisiana

Bill Cassidy (R-LA)

• Address: 520 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5824
• TWITTER: @BillCassidy
• Email: https://www.cassidy.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “Israeli civilians have been murdered in their neighborhoods and kidnapped from their homes. The world will not turn a blind eye. The U.S. will ALWAYS stand with #Israel.”

John Kennedy (R-LA)

• Address: 416 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4623
• TWITTER: @SenJohnKennedy
• Email: https://www.kennedy.senate.gov/public/email-me
• He tweeted: “The terrorism Hamas has launched against Israel and its civilians cannot go unanswered. Iran directs and finances Hamas, and both are clearly emboldened. This cannot be tolerated. Israel has the right to defend itself fully from these attacks, and America must stand with them.”

Maine

Susan M. Collins (R-ME)

• Address: 413 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2523
• TWITTER: @SenatorCollins
• Email: http://www.collins.senate.gov/contact
• No tweets appear yet. Last tweet was Sept. 29. Rarely tweets.
• Susan Collins statement: ““I condemn the horrific, coordinated attacks against Israel by the terrorist group Hamas. Thousands of rockets have targeted Israeli cities, killing and injuring Israeli civilians. The United States stands with Israel, our closest ally in the Middle East, as it defends its citizens against Iranian-backed terrorists who have demonstrated no interest in peace.”

Angus S. King, Jr. (I-ME)

• Address: 133 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5344
• TWITTER: @SenAngusKing
• Email: https://www.king.senate.gov/contact
• No tweets appear yet.
• Angus King statement: ““The Hamas terrorist attacks against our Israeli allies mark a deadly and dangerous escalation. This tragic loss of life is heartbreaking and appalling. I am monitoring this situation with everyone in Maine and expect a detailed briefing on the conditions there soon. Our aim must remain to be stability for the people of the region.”

Maryland

Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD)

• Address: 509 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4524
• Twitter: @SenatorCardin
• Email: http://www.cardin.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “I condemn the brazen and ongoing terrorist attack that has killed innocent Israeli citizens across southern Israel today. I mourn those lost and my heart goes out to their families. May their memory be for a blessing. Just as the U.S. stood by #Israel after it was attacked exactly 50 years ago on Yom Kippur, today we stand by Israel in this time of crisis. As SFRC Chair, I am committed to ensuring that Israel has what it needs to defend itself and its citizens, today and every day. @SFRCdems”

Chris Van Hollen (D-MD)

• Address: 110 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4654
• Twitter: @ChrisVanHollen
• Email: http://www.vanhollen.senate.gov/contact/email
• He tweeted: “I unequivocally condemn the abhorrent attacks against innocent civilians launched by Hamas and other terrorist groups and stand in strong solidarity with the people of Israel as they defend themselves. There is never any justification for terrorism.” [Note: Last week, he co-led a hostile-to-Israel letter.]

Massachusetts

Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)

• Address: 309 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4543
• Twitter: @SenWarren
• Email: https://www.warren.senate.gov/?p=email_senator
• She tweeted: “I strongly condemn the horrific attacks against Israel by Hamas. There is no justification for this terrorism, and my heart goes out to the innocent civilians suffering from this senseless violence.”

Edward J. Markey (D-MA)

• Address: 255 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2742
• Twitter: @SenMarkey
• Email: https://www.markey.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “I condemn this heinous attack on Israel, and am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of civilian life. We must do everything in our power to deescalate violence, engage diplomacy, and avert bloodshed. A war between Israel and Palestine would be catastrophic.”

Michigan

Debbie Stabenow (D-MI)

• Address: 731 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4822
• Twitter: @SenStabenow
• Email: https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/contact
• She tweeted: “I strongly condemn the truly horrific attack on innocent Israeli civilians by Hamas. My prayers go out to everyone impacted by this violence. The U.S. will continue to stand with our ally Israel.”

Gary C. Peters (D-MI)

• Address: 724 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6221
• TWITTER: @SenGaryPeters
• Email: https://www.peters.senate.gov/contact/email-gary
• He tweeted: “I am horrified by the vicious, coordinated terrorist attacks by Hamas on innocent Israeli citizens. I condemn this terrorism — cruelly timed on Simchat Torah & during the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War — in the strongest terms. We must continue to stand with Israel.”

Minnesota

Amy Klobuchar (D-MN)

• Address: 425 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3244
• TWITTER: @SenAmyKlobuchar
• Email: http://www.klobuchar.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• No tweet appears yet
• Klobuchar website statement: “Klobuchar Statement on the Attacks Against Israel, October 7, 2023 “The violence being perpetrated against Israeli citizens is horrific and gut wrenching. I unequivocally condemn these Hamas terrorist attacks. The United States stands with Israel.”

Tina Smith (D-MN)

• Address: 720 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5641
• TWITTER: @SenTinaSmith
• Email: https://www.smith.senate.gov/share-your-opinion/
• She tweeted: “I condemn the horrific terrorist attacks by Hamas on Israel, on Shabbat and Simchat Torah/Shemini Atzeret. These horrible attacks on civilians, the loss of life, and reports of hostage taking are an outrage. The United States stands in solidarity with Israel.”

Mississippi

Roger F. Wicker (R-MS)

• Address: 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6253
• TWITTER: @SenatorWicker
• Email: https://www.wicker.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• He tweeted: “I stand with Israel in the face of this unprovoked attack by Iran-backed Hamas militants. As our best ally and friend in the Middle East, the safety and security of Israel must always be our priority.” And: “I strongly condemn these acts of terror and fully support Israel’s right to defend itself. I am praying for Israel today.” And: “Today’s attacks underscore the Biden administration’s naïve approach to Iran. President Biden’s lenient policy has sent billions in cash to Iran to continue its funding of terrorists and has jeopardized our closest regional partner, Israel.” And: “I will continue holding this administration accountable to support Israel and deter Iran.” And: “My full statement on today’s attack on Israel.” (with link)
• Sen. Wicker’s press release: “WICKER STATEMENT ON ISRAEL. Miss. Senator Stands With U.S. Ally. October 7, 2023. Washington – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today reacted to the wave of attacks on Israel by Iranian-backed Hamas militants: “I stand with Israel in the face of this unprovoked attack by Iran-backed Hamas militants. As our best ally and friend in the Middle East, the safety and security of Israel must always be our priority. I strongly condemn these acts of terror and fully support Israel’s right to defend itself. I am praying for Israel today.” “Today’s attacks underscore the Biden administration’s naïve approach to Iran. President Biden’s lenient policy has sent billions in cash to Iran to continue its funding of terrorists and has jeopardized our closest regional partner, Israel. I will continue holding this administration accountable to support Israel and deter Iran.”

Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS)

• Address: 702 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5054
• TWITTER: @SenHydeSmith
• Email: https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/content/contact-senator
• She tweeted: “The Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel deserve severe condemnation and the strongest response. #IStandWithIsrael against this violence.”

Missouri

Eric Schmitt (R-MO)

• Address: 387 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5721
• Twitter: @SenEricSchmitt
• Email: https://www.schmitt.senate.gov/share-your-opinion/
• He tweeted: “Americans are waking up to shocking reporting and news as Israel was attacked last night. Thousands of rockets were launched into Israel and innocent Israeli civilians have been shot dead.” “These brutal terrorist attacks have left dozens dead and hundreds wounded, and were carried out by Iran-backed terrorist group Hamas. Israel has every right to defend itself.”

Josh Hawley (R-MO)

• Address: 115 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6154
• Twitter: @HawleyMO
• Email: https://www.hawley.senate.gov/contact-senator-hawley
• He tweeted: “What’s shameful is Joe Biden’s decision to give $6 billion to a terrorist regime dedicated to the destruction of Israel.” And: “Hamas terrorists are deliberately targeting innocent civilians in Israel in despicable acts of war. I stand with Israel and support Israel’s right of self-defense as they defend their people and their homeland. Now as ever, the United States must support Israel.” (included statement by Netanyahu)

Montana

Jon Tester (D-MT)

• Address: 311 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2644
• TWITTER: @SenatorTester
• Email: https://www.tester.senate.gov/?p=email_senator
• He tweeted: “I strongly condemn the terrorist attacks launched by Hamas against our ally Israel. My thoughts are with the families of those that have lost their lives in these senseless attacks on civilians. I support Israel’s right to defend itself and am monitoring the unfolding situation.”

Steve Daines (R-MT)

• Address: 320 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2651
• TWITTER: @SteveDaines
• Email: https://www.daines.senate.gov/connect/email-steve
• He tweeted: “I condemn the brazen attack on Israel from Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists. It is a horrific tragedy and an act of war. The U.S. must stand with our ally Israel and strongly supports its right to defend itself.” And: “The Biden administration handed over $6 billion to Iran a few weeks ago, and today, Hamas, a terror group funded and supported by Iran, is killing innocent Israelis. We must support Israel in this fight against terrorism and stop appeasing Iran.”

Nebraska

Deb Fischer (R-NE)

• Address: 454 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6551
• TWITTER: @SenatorFischer
• Email: http://www.fischer.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• She tweeted: “An attack on innocent Israeli civilians by Iran-backed Hamas terrorists is an act of war. Israel has the right to defend itself against this despicable aggression, and the United States will stand with our ally Israel.”

Pete Ricketts (R-NE)

• Address: 139 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4224
• TWITTER: @SenatorRicketts
• Email: https://www.ricketts.senate.gov/share-your-opinion/
• He tweeted: “While the Biden administration makes secret back door deals with Iran, the regime backs Hamas terrorists attacking our ally. This attack & Iran’s support demands President Biden end all Iran appeasement and treat them like the terrorist regime & national security threat they are” He showed Iran’s statement of support for Hamas’ attack: “Iran International English @IranIntl_En Yahya Rahim-Safavi, a top military advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, says the Islamic Republic supports Hamas’ “Al-Aqsa Storm” operation against Israel which has killed at least 40 and injured over 800 so far. “We are sure the Resistance Front will also support it.”
• And tweeted: “America stands with the people of Israel as they face this barbaric attack from Iran-backed Hamas terrorists on a Jewish holiday. Israel has every right to defend itself from this attack on its sovereignty. Susanne & I pray for the innocent lives taken & those in harm’s way.”

Nevada

Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)

• Address: 313 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3542
• TWITTER: @SenCortezMasto
• Email: https://www.cortezmasto.senate.gov/contact
• She tweeted: “We stand with the Israeli people and government against these unprovoked terrorist attacks on civilians. We must continue to support Israel’s right to defend itself.”

Jacky Rosen (D-NV)

• Address: 713 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6244
• TWITTER: @SenJackyRosen
• Email: https://www.rosen.senate.gov/contact_jacky
• She tweeted: “I unequivocally condemn Hamas’s violent and unprovoked terrorist attacks. Israel has the right to defend itself and respond to the brutal murder and kidnapping of its citizens. The United States and the American people stand with Israel.”

New Hampshire

Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH)

• Address: 506 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2841
• TWITTER: @SenatorShaheen
• Email: https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/contact/contact-jeanne
• She tweeted: “My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Israel and I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of those who have been killed. These horrific and indiscriminate attacks on Israel and its people must stop immediately. I will continue to closely monitor the situation.”

Margaret Wood Hassan (D-NH)

• Address: 324 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3324
• TWITTER: @SenatorHassan
• Email: https://www.hassan.senate.gov/content/contact-senator
• She tweeted: “Hamas’s terrorist attack on Israel is nothing short of horrifying. The United States and the American people will continue to stand with Israel as it defends itself against this unprovoked assault.”

New Jersey

Robert Menendez (D-NJ)

• Address: 528 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4744
• Twitter: @SenatorMenendez
• Email: https://www.menendez.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “I emphatically condemn the murderous invasion by Hamas into Israel during its religious holidays. The killing of innocent Israelis in their homes by Hamas, during an invasion from Gaza, shows them to be what they are – a murderous terrorist organization. I hope Israel’s detractors will now understand the constant life & death struggle the Israeli people live with every day. It’s time for the international community to unequivocally condemn Hamas. The U.S. must unequivocally stand with Israel at this time of war with Hamas.”
• He also reposted updates from NBC News saying: “Israeli PM Netanyahu declares war after Hamas attack • Hamas launched an unprecedented land, sea and air attack • Dozens of Israelis have been killed, officials say • Videos show militant fighters driving around Israel firing weapons

Cory A. Booker (D-NJ)

• Address: 717 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3224
• Twitter: @SenBooker
• Email: https://www.booker.senate.gov/?p=contact
• He tweeted: “I emphatically condemn Hamas’ horrific acts of violence, kidnapping and terror targeting Israeli families, children and other civilians in towns and cities across the nation of Israel. I stand with the people of Israel and the families of those who have lost loved ones.”

New Mexico

Martin Heinrich (D-NM)

• Address: 303 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5521
• TWITTER: @SenatorHeinrich
• Email: http://www.heinrich.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “I join President Biden and my Senate colleagues in unequivocally condemning the appalling attacks by Hamas terrorists. The U.S. stands with the Israeli people and Israel’s right to defend against this horrific violence. My thoughts are with the grieving families and the wounded.”

Ben Ray Luján (D-NM)

• Address: 498 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6621
• TWITTER: @SenatorLujan
• Email: https://www.lujan.senate.gov/
• He tweeted: “I strongly condemn this appalling terrorist attack by Hamas against the people of Israel. This senseless loss of life is tragic and heartbreaking. This despicable attack must be denounced by all and I stand with the people of Israel as it defends itself.”

New York

Charles E. Schumer (D-NY)

• Address: 322 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6542 NYC Office: (212) 486-4430 Albany: (518) 431-4070 Melville: (631) 753-0978 Peekskill: (914) 734-1532 Rochester: (585) 263-5866
• Twitter: @SenSchumer
• Email: https://www.schumer.senate.gov/contact/email-chuck
• He tweeted: “The terrorist attacks by Hamas on the people of Israel are absolutely horrific. The U.S. stands with Israel in its unwavering right to defend itself. I stand ready to ensure Israel has the support to do so. My prayers are with the dead, reported hostages, and hundreds injured.”

Kirsten E. Gillibrand (D-NY)

• Address: 478 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4451
• Twitter: @SenGillibrand
• Email: https://www.gillibrand.senate.gov/contact/email-me
• She tweeted: “I’m horrified by the scenes we’ve seen in Israel today. I strongly condemn these terrorist attacks against Israeli citizens, and my heart goes out to the families of those who have been killed or injured. The United States’ support for Israel is unwavering.”

North Carolina

Ted Budd (R-NC)

• Address: 304 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3154
• Twitter: @SenTedBuddNC
• Email: https://www.budd.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “I stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Israel as they respond to the barbaric, murderous rampage of Iranian-controlled Hamas. The United States must not falter in its support of Israel as they assert their right to self defense. We must continue to provide our friends with the support they need until these terrorists are brought to justice.” Please thank him.

Thom Tillis (R-NC)

• Address: 113 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6342
• TWITTER: @SenThomTillis
• Email: https://www.tillis.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/email-me
• He tweeted: “The cold-blooded massacre of innocent civilians being committed by Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists is shocking, despicable, and an act of war. Israel has every right to defend its citizens and the United States must stand by our ally.”

North Dakota

John Hoeven (R-ND)

• Address: 338 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2551
• TWITTER: @SenJohnHoeven
• Email: https://www.hoeven.senate.gov/contact/contact-the-senator
• He tweeted: “We condemn this horrific attack by Hamas against Israel and offer our condolences and prayers to all of the victims. We stand with our ally and remain committed to supporting Israel as it defends itself.”
• And: “Further, we must hold Iran accountable for its sponsorship of Hamas and other terrorist organizations. It is imperative that we contain Iran and put the greatest pressure possible on the regime to cease its efforts to destabilize its neighbors and spread violence.”

Kevin Cramer (R-ND)

• Address: 330 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2043
• TWITTER: @SenKevinCramer
• Email: https://www.cramer.senate.gov/contact/contact-kevin
• He tweeted: “Today is a sad day, and I pray for all the victims of this unprovoked and senseless terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas. My full statement: link”
• His full statement: U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), released the following statement after the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a deadly land, air, and sea attack against Israel.

“Today is a sad day, and I pray for all the victims of this unprovoked and senseless terrorist attack on Israel. I stand with our ally in the face of this naked aggression by Iran and its pawn, Hamas, and condemn these terrorist acts. The United States must unequivocally support Israel’s right to defend itself from brutal terrorists and those who support their immoral actions.

While Hamas and Iran own this evil, we must also recognize President Biden’s role and foreign policy these last three years where he coddled our enemies, punished our friends, and left the world second guessing our commitment. Why would Iran show restraint when this administration has ignored Iran’s targeting of American citizens as well as its nuclear growth and continued sponsorship of terror? This administration also accepted attacks in Syria, Iraq, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, ignored Iranian attacks on ships in the Arabian Gulf, ignored their supplying of weapons to Russia used to kill civilians in Ukraine, and rewarded Iran’s kidnapping of American citizens with a $6 billion ransom. Why would Hamas show restraint when the Biden administration has worked with the Taliban, drawn equivalency between the Iranian backed Houthi rebels and our ally Saudi Arabia, and stood by as terrorist actions occur daily against Israel?

“America’s strength and its role in the world matters, no matter what some on either side of the aisle may think. Terror, hate, and aggression do not stop unless confronted. Iran will not stop with the fall of Israel any more than Russia would with the fall of Ukraine. As the strongest nation in the world, we must wisely choose where our leadership is needed, whether through clear foreign policy or direct support.

“When the U.S. leaves a vacuum, the rest of the world fills the void. This is a moment when we need to be strong and clear in support of our friend and ally Israel, while diametrically opposing the terrorism of Iran and Hamas.”

Ohio

Sherrod Brown (D-OH)

• Address: 503 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2315
• TWITTER: @SenSherrodBrown
• Email: https://www.brown.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: I condemn the horrific, unprovoked attacks on the Israeli people. These acts of terrorism, on a holy day, are an affront to human rights and our shared values of peace and democracy. I stand with Israel.”

J.D. Vance (R-OH)

• Address: 288 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3353
• Twitter: @JDVance1
• Email: https://www.vance.senate.gov/share-your-opinion/
• He tweeted: “As we watch this horrible situation in Israel unfold, Americans must face a stark truth: our tax dollars funded this. Money is fungible, and many of the dollars we sent to Iran are being used to now kill innocent people. This must stop. Israel has every right to defend itself. I wish our friends well, but most of all I wish they weren’t fighting against weapons bought with our money.” And “Praying for our friends in Israel this morning. Just an awful situation.”

Oklahoma

Markwayne Mullin (R-OK)

• Address: 330 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4721
• Twitter: @SenMullin
• Email: https://www.mullin.senate.gov/contact/contact-my-office/
• He tweeted: “The United States stands with Israel—our closest ally in the Middle East. I join my colleagues in wholeheartedly condemning this brutal terrorist attack by Iran-backed Hamas militants. Israel has every right to defend itself from this unjust war. #StandWithIsrael” Also: “Weakness invites aggression. Appeasement never works. U.S. strength is key for global stability. Iran, China, and Russia are looking for any reason to exploit weak U.S. foreign policy. Joe Biden has been asleep at the wheel. We must stand with our allies. Praying for Israel.”

James Lankford (R-OK)

• Address: 316 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5754
• Twitter: @SenatorLankford
• Email: http://www.lankford.senate.gov/contact/email
• He tweeted: “The U.S. should stand strong with our ally Israel as they defend themselves after a full scale terrorist attack and multiple kidnappings from Gaza. I am praying for peace & safety for our friends.”

Oregon

Ron Wyden (D-OR)

• Address: 221 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5244
• TWITTER: @RonWyden
• Email: https://www.wyden.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “The terrorist attack on Israel is appalling. The United States stands with our ally in the face of today’s heinous violence.”

Jeff Merkley (D-OR)

• Address: 531 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3753
• TWITTER: @SenJeffMerkley
• Email: http://www.merkley.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “I forcefully condemn the horrific attacks launched by Hamas. My heart is with the Israeli people and all those impacted by these acts of terrorism against innocent civilians.”

Pennsylvania

Robert P. Casey, Jr. (D-PA)

• Address: 393 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6324
• TWITTER: @SenBobCasey
• Email: https://www.casey.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “Hamas has launched a coordinated terrorist attack against Israel, starting with thousands of rockets fired upon innocent Israelis and continued violence throughout the day. The United States must stand with Israel and its right to self defense.” And: “This is a tragic day. Hundreds are already dead and countless Israelis and Palestinian civilians are at risk because of this needless slaughter.”

John Fetterman (D-PA)

• Address: 142 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4254 Philadelphia: (215) 241-1090 Harrisburg: (717) 782-3951
• Twitter: @SenFettermanPA
• Email: https://www.fetterman.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “I forcefully condemn these cowardly, horrifying, unprovoked attacks on Israel by Hamas. Attacking innocent civilians is particularly despicable and reflects the craven behavior of this terrorist group. I unequivocally stand with the people of Israel now, and always.”

Rhode Island

Jack Reed (D-RI)

• Address: 728 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4642
• TWITTER: @SenJackReed
• Email: https://www.reed.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “I condemn the appalling attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israeli civilians. Israel has a right to defend itself from attack. I stand with the people of Israel and send my condolences to the Israelis killed and wounded in this horrific attack.”

Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI)

• Address: 530 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2921
• TWITTER: @SenWhitehouse
• Email: https://www.whitehouse.senate.gov/contact/email-sheldon
• He tweeted: “I strongly condemn the violent attacks on Israel, our ally. The reports of civilian casualties are heart-wrenching – there is never justification for terrorism.”

South Carolina

Lindsey Graham (R-SC)

• Address: 290 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5972
• TWITTER: @LindseyGrahamSC
• Email: https://www.lgraham.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/e-mail-senator-graham
• He tweeted: “As far as I’m concerned, Israel should do whatever it takes, as long as it takes, to destroy this threat.” And: “I just spoke with Michael Herzog, Israel’s Ambassador to the United States, and assured him that I along with many other Republicans and Democrats will make sure Israel has what it needs to destroy Hamas.” And “It is in America’s interest for Israel, one of our best allies in the world, to survive and flourish against efforts to destroy them by radical Islamic terrorists. Israel provides valuable intelligence to the United States and it is a reliable economic partner. There should be no time limit or conditions set on Israel’s response to Hamas’ invasion.”
• And: “I appreciate President Biden’s strong statement in support of Israel from this barbaric attack by Hamas. There will be pressure to limit Israeli operations, as in the past, but I expect Congress and the Biden Administration to stay strong and not give in to such pressure. Simply put, American policy should be Israel has the right to do whatever it takes, for as long as it takes, to destroy the terrorist threat coming from Hamas.”

Tim Scott (R-SC)

• Address: 104 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6121
• TWITTER: @SenatorTimScott and @votetimscott
• Email: https://www.scott.senate.gov/contact/email-me
• He tweeted on his Senate X site: “I’m horrified by Iranian-backed Hamas’ unprecedented attack against Israel. This blatant disregard for innocent life must be unequivocally condemned. Israel has a right to defend itself and the United States must stand in support of its steadfast ally.”
• He also tweeted on his campaign X site: “Hamas’ terrorist attack on Israel today is an assault on Western Civilization. The truth is though, Joe Biden funded these attacks on Israel. America’s weakness is blood in the water for bad actors, but this is worse than that. We didn’t just invite this aggression, we paid for it. Iran is the biggest funder of Hamas. This is the Biden $6 billion ransom payment at work. Israel must defend its people and the nation, and the United States must do everything we can to assist our ally Israel. As Psalm 122:6 encourages us, we must pray for the peace of Jerusalem.

South Dakota

John Thune (R-SD)

• Address: 511 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2321
• Twitter: @SenJohnThune
• Email: http://www.thune.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• He tweeted: “I strongly condemn the senseless terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas, a known proxy for Iran. Israel is a beacon of democracy in the Middle East, and it’s one of America’s strongest allies. We stand with Israel and support its unequivocal right to defend itself and its people.”

Mike Rounds (R-SD)

• Address: 716 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5842
• Twitter: @SenatorRounds
• Email: https://www.rounds.senate.gov/contact/email-mike
• He tweeted: “Shocked and saddened to see the horrific attacks by Iranian-backed terrorist group Hamas on the Israeli people. The United States condemns this senseless violence and stands ready to assist our ally Israel as they defend their nation.”

Tennessee

Marsha Blackburn (R-TN)

• Address: 357 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3344
• Twitter: @MarshaBlackburn
• Email: https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/email-me
• She tweeted: “This unprecedented attack on Israel by Iran-backed terrorists is heartbreaking. Israel has the right to defend itself against Palestinian terrorism. My support for Israel is ironclad.” And “President Trump cut U.S. aid to Palestine. President Biden reversed this decision and sent hundreds of millions of dollars to Palestine.” And she tweeted: “I am immediately calling on the Biden administration to halt all aid to the Palestinian Authority and the Iran-backed terrorist group Hamas.”
• And tweeted: “Earlier today, the Biden administration called on Israel to ‘refrain from violence’ after it was ruthlessly attacked by Hamas terrorists. This administration’s weak support for Israel is pathetic.” Her tweet included a Jerusalem Post headline: “’Refrain from violence’: U.S. Palestinian Affairs office deleted message to Israel.”

Bill Hagerty (R-TN)

• Address: 248 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4944
• Twitter: @SenatorHagerty
• Email: https://www.hagerty.senate.gov/email-me/
• He tweeted: “I hope Israel’s detractors will now understand the constant life & death struggle the Israeli people live with every day. It’s time for the international community to unequivocally condemn Hamas. The U.S. must unequivocally stand with Israel at this time of war with Hamas.” And: “Iran-backed Hamas terrorists infiltrated Israel & went house-to-house to kill civilians – & are being celebrated as heroes in Palestinian cities. This is what the anti-Semitic haters of Israel mean when they say “from the river to the sea.”” And “Truly sickening. This is why it was always deeply irresponsible for the Biden Admin to relieve sanctions & free up $6 billion of Iran’s frozen funds. Iran funds Hamas & other Palestinian terrorist groups who are attacking Israel right now.” (with repost of Morgan Ortagus showing what the terrorists are doing.)

Texas

John Cornyn (R-TX)

• Address: 517 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2934
• Twitter: @JohnCornyn
• Email: https://www.cornyn.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: “I stand with Israel.”
• He reposted: “Dave McCormick @DaveMcCormickPA I’m stunned the U.S. Embassy in Israel issued a statement calling on Israel not to retaliate. Israel has every right to defend itself. Justice must be brought to those who invaded the Jewish state. The Biden Administration’s weak response is deeply troubling.” Together with a screenshot.
• And reposted: “Mark R. Levin @marklevinshow Trump cut off funds to the Palestinians, unleashed unprecedented peace initiatives in the Abraham Accords, killed the Iran deal, was starving the Iranian regime of resources with crushing sanctions, and Biden not only reversed it all, including funding the Palestinians and Iran, but undermined Netanyahu at every turn, refused to meet with him, demanded that Israel make more concessions to the Palestinians. Appeasement and worse has consequences.”
• And reposted: “Lucas Tomlinson @LucasFoxNews Sen. Cotton statement: “I join Arkansans in condemning the brazen attack on Israel by Iran’s proxy, Hamas. This war is a transparent attempt by Iran to derail the peace talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia. The United States should provide Israel the military and diplomatic support it needs to destroy Hamas. And the Biden administration should cease all engagement with Iran.””
• And reposted: “ian Bremmer @ianbremmer brandenburg gate, berlin right now. quite a statement from the german government” (together with a picture of the Brandenburg gate lit up with an Israeli flag and Israeli colors).

Ted Cruz (R-TX)

• Address: 127A Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5922
• Twitter: @SenCruz
• Email: https://www.cruz.senate.gov/?p=form&id=16
• He tweeted this official statement: “Iran-controlled Hamas terrorists launched a literal war against Israel tonight. Our Israeli allies will now do what they must to defend themselves and I stand with them as they confront this violence and these atrocities. The United States must continue to support Israel’s absolute right to self-defense and ensure it has the military resources and diplomatic support it needs to confront the genocidal Iran-controlled terrorists who seek Israel’s destruction.”
• Cruz also appeared on Fox television, speaking about Hamas brutality, 300 dead, 1500 injured, brutally raping women and children and dragging them back into Israel. Iran got a waiver to send money into Gaza.

Utah

Mike Lee (R-UT)

• Address: 361A Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5444
• Twitter: @SenMikeLee
• Email: https://www.lee.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact
• He tweeted: “Hamas terrorists have killed a hundred innocent Israeli civilians, wounded hundreds more, and taken dozens of hostages. Israel has a right to defend itself and its people, and my prayers are with the families suffering from these unprovoked attacks.”

Mitt Romney (R-UT)

• Address: 354 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5251
• Twitter: @SenatorRomney
• Email: https://www.romney.senate.gov/contact-senator-romney
• He tweeted: “Horrific attacks on Israelis by Iran-backed Hamas. Vile, inhumane brutality once again descends on a peaceful nation. We stand wholeheartedly with Israel and support its right to defend itself.”

Vermont

Peter Welch (D-VT)

• Address: 124 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4242 Burlington Office: 802-863-2525 or 800-642-3193
• Twitter: @PeterWelch
• Email: https://www.welch.senate.gov/share-your-opinion/
• He despicably blamed Hamas’ unprovoked terror rampage murdering Jewish civilians on a “cycle of violence.” He tweeted: I am appalled by the news of deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists against Israel. This act of terrorism is unacceptable. My heart is with the victims impacted by this attack. These cycles of violence must stop.”

Bernard Sanders (I-VT)

• Address: 332 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5141
• Twitter: @SenSanders
• Email: http://www.sanders.senate.gov/contact/
• He tweeted: “I absolutely condemn the horrifying attack on Israel by Hamas and Islamic Jihad. There is no justification for this violence, and innocent people on both sides will suffer hugely because of it. It must end now.”

Virginia

Mark R. Warner (D-VA)

• Address: 703 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2023
• Twitter: @MarkWarner
• Email: http://www.warner.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=Contact
• He tweeted his official statement: “Today, Hamas terrorists launched an unprovoked and despicable attack on Israeli civilians. The United States must stand firmly beside our friend and partner Israel as it defends its security and its citizens. The Senate Intelligence Committee will continue to monitor this situation closely.”

Tim Kaine (D-VA)

• Address: 231 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-4024
• Twitter: @timkaine
• Email: https://www.kaine.senate.gov/contact
• He tweeted: Hamas’ acts of terror against Israeli civilians are sickening. Leaders around the world must link arms with Israel and urge for an immediate end to this bloodshed.

I will continue to work with the Biden administration to ensure that Israel receives the support it needs. The families impacted by these killings are in my prayers.”

Washington

Patty Murray (D-WA)

• Address: 154 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-2621
• Twitter: @PattyMurray
• Email: https://www.murray.senate.gov/write-to-patty/
• She tweeted: “I strongly condemn the terrorist attacks against Israel. Israel has the right to defend itself and the United States will ensure they have the support to do so. I’m thinking of all those hurt by this horrific violence and will continue to monitor the situation closely.”

Maria Cantwell (D-WA)

• Address: 511 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3441
• Twitter: @SenatorCantwell
• Email: http://www.cantwell.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/email-maria
• She tweeted her official statement: “We must stand in solidarity with Israel in repelling this brutal attack on civilians and their towns. My heart goes out to the victims of these terrorist attacks and I am praying for civilians caught up in the fighting. We must ensure full U.S. support for Israel to defend itself and work to avoid further escalation and a wider war.”

West Virginia

Joe Manchin, III (D-WV)

• Address: 306 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3954
• Twitter: @Sen_JoeManchin
• Email: http://www.manchin.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact-form
• He tweeted: “The attack we saw on Israel is an appalling act of violence at the hands of a terrorist organization. My commitment and America’s commitment to Israel remains steadfast as they confront this continued terror. Gayle and I will continue to pray for those suffering as a result of this horrific violence.”

Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV)

• Address: 172 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6472
• Twitter: @SenCapito
• Email: https://www.capito.senate.gov/contact/contact-shelley
• She tweeted: “I am horrified and saddened by the news that our ally Israel is again under attack by Iran-backed terrorists targeting innocent civilian lives. I stand with the State of Israel, its right to exist, and its right to defend itself.”

Wisconsin

Ron Johnson (R-WI)

• Address: 328 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5323 Milwaukee: (414) 276-7282 Madison: Phone: (608) 240-9629
• Twitter: @SenRonJohnson
• Email: https://www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/email-the-senator
• No tweets appear yet.

Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)

• Address: 709 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-5653
• Twitter: @SenatorBaldwin
• Email: https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/feedback
• She tweeted: “The Hamas terrorist attacks on the Israeli people are appalling. My heart is with those killed, the injured, and the families grieving, and we must stand together against this horrific violence. I stand with the Israeli people.”

Wyoming

John Barrasso (R-WY)

• Address: 307 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-6441
• Twitter: @SenJohnBarrasso
• Email: https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact-form
• He tweeted: “America stands with Israel, one of our strongest allies. Israel is under heavy attack right now by Hamas and taking action to defend itself and its people. Our nation is committed to ensuring Israel has the means necessary to continue to fight against all terrorist threats. Joe Biden’s payment of $6 billion to Iran last month paved the way for deadly terrorist attacks against Israel today.”

Cynthia M. Lummis (R-WY)

• Address: 124 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington DC 20510
• Phone: (202) 224-3424
• Twitter: @SenLummis
• Email: https://www.lummis.senate.gov/contact/contact-form/
• She tweeted: “I am horrified to see Hamas terrorists attacking Israel, our greatest ally. Israel has every right to defend itself against these awful attacks.”

Pres. Biden Tweets and Video Remarks:

Address: The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., Washington, DC 20500

Comments phone: 202-456-1111

Switchboard: 202-456-1414

TWITTER: @POTU.S.

Email: https://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/

President Biden’s 11:08 a.m. tweet: “@POTU.S. Today, I spoke with @IsraeliPM about the appalling Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel. I offered our support and reiterated my unwavering commitment to Israel’s security. @FLOTU.S. and I express our heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost loved ones.”

Other Biden tweets and video remarks posted on Twitter today:

Biden 8:00 p.m. tweet: “We will never fail to have Israel’s back.” With video statement: “In this moment of tragedy, I want to say to them and the world and to terrorists everywhere that the United States stands with Israel. We will not ever fail to have their back. We’ll make sure they’ll have the help their citizens need. And they can continue to defend themselves.”

Biden 7:35 p.m. tweet: “Let me say this as clearly as I can. This is not a moment for any party hostile to Israel to exploit these attacks to seek advantage. My Administration’s support for Israel’s security is rock solid and unwavering.”

Biden 5:30 p.m. tweet: “The United States stands with the people of Israel.”

Biden 5:00 p.m. tweet: “The world is seeing appalling images. Thousands of rockets raining down on Israeli cities. Hamas terrorists killing not only Israeli soldiers, but civilians on the streets and in their homes. It’s unconscionable. Israel has a right to defend itself – full stop.”

Biden 2:48 p.m. tweet: “Tune in as I deliver remarks on the terrorist attacks in Israel.”

Biden’s Video Remarks: “Today, the people of Israel are under attack, orchestrated by a terrorist organization, Hamas. At his moment of tragedy, I want to say to them and the world and to terrorists everywhere that the United States stands with Israel. We will not ever fail to have their back. We’ll make sure they’ll have the help their citizens need. And they can continue to defend themselves. Now, the world’s seen appalling images. Thousands of rockets in the space of hours raining down on Israeli cities. I got up this morning and started at 7:30, 8:00 with my calls. Hamas terrorists crossing into Israel, killing not only Israeli soldiers, but Israeli civilians, on the street, in their homes. Innocent people murdered, wounded. Entire families taken hostage by Hamas. Just days after Israel marked the holiest days on the Jewish calendar. It’s unconscionable. When I spoke with PM Netanyahu this morning, I told him the United States stands with the people of Israel in the face of these terrorist assaults. Israel has a right to defend itself and its people. Full stop. There is never a justification for a terrorist attack. And my administration’s support for Israel’s security is rock solid and unwavering. Let me say this as clearly as I can: This is not a moment for any party hostile to Israel to exploit these attacks to seek advantage. The world is watching. I’ve also been in contact with the King of Jordan. I spoke with Congress, the director of my national security team to engage with their Israeli counterparts: military to military; intelligence to intelligence; diplomat to diplomat, to make sure that Israel has what it needs. I’ve also directed my team to remain in constant contact with __ throughout the region. Including Egypt, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Oman, UAE, as well as all of our European partners and the Palestinian Authority. It’s also a terrible tragedy on a human level. It’s hurting innocent people. Seeing the lives that have been broken by this; families torn apart; it’s heartbreaking. Jill and I are praying for those families that have been impacted by this violence. We grieve with those who have lost their loved ones, lost a piece of their soul. We hope for a swift recovery for many of them. We are and I am personally going to remain in close contact with PM Netanyahu, as this situation continues to develop. Let there be no mistake: The United States stands with the state of Israel. The United States became the first nation that recognized Israel eleven minutes after its founding 75 years ago. Thank you very much.” (Biden walked off without answering questions.)

Notable House members’ tweets:

Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH) tweeted: Rockets are raining down on Israeli towns right now. We need to immediately help replenish Israel’s stockpile of Iron Dome missiles to protect more innocent civilians from getting killed. Let’s make sure Congress can unite and assure Israel has what it needs to destroy Hamas.”

Yesterday, Jim Jordan tweeted: “The unprovoked terror attack today and the murders of innocent Israeli citizens are a stark reminder of the brutality of Hamas and Iran-backed extremists. The indiscriminate killings of men, women, and children are sickening. We must pray for Israel, its leadership, the men and women serving in its defense, and all Israelis today. It is heartening that Congress has come together in a bipartisan manner to strongly condemn the horrendous attacks on Israel and the Israeli citizens. We must continue to support our great ally as it expels this invasion, overwhelms these extremists, and works to prevent Hamas from ever harming Israeli citizens again.”

Jim Jordan also tweeted: “America stands with Israel today and every day. It must defend itself against these Hamas terrorists. We will continue to pray for our great ally and its citizens.”

Jim Jordan also reposted the following tweet by former Congressman Lee Zeldin: “The “Democratic Socialists of America” are protesting in NYC tomorrow in favor of Hamas’ rape, terrorism, and murder of innocent Israeli citizens. This is as sick as it gets. Many Democrat elected officials in NY actively seek the endorsement of this terrorist loving group.”

(The post also shows the DSA tweet, which says: “NYC-DSA @nycDSA. Tomorrow, October 8, at 1PM. Times Square. In solidarity with the Palestinian people and their right to resist 75 years of occupation and apartheid. FREE PALESTINE! twitter.com/PeoplesForumNY…”)

Sickeningly, Congressman & Squad member Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) tweeted a call for ending the weapons blockade of Gaza, saying: “. . . We need a way to end this deadly violence that is killing and traumatizing generations of Israelis and Palestinians alike – including the blockade of Gaza. I have been to the Gaza border and know that Israelis and Palestinians are constantly living in fear. . . .” [Ending the weapons blockade would allow Hamas to import even more weapons and perpetrate more violence.]

No tweets from Squad members Rashida Tlaib and Cory Bush; or from Andre Carson.

Squad member Ilhan Omar used the distorted “cycle” term and called for a ceasefire. She tweeted: “”I condemn the horrific acts we are seeing unfold today in Israel against children, women, the elderly, and the unarmed people who are being slaughtered and taken hostage by Hamas. Such senseless violence will only repeat the back and forth cycle we’ve seen, which we cannot allow to continue. We need to call for deescalation and ceasefire. I will keep advocating for peace and justice throughout the Middle East.” [A ceasefire means that Hamas cannot be attacked, degraded or destroyed – even as Hamas holds dozens or more Jewish hostages, including women, children, disabled and elderly Jews – and will do this all over again if it is not destroyed.]

Squad member Ayanna Pressley also called for a ceasefire, tweeting: “These devastating attacks on Israelis are deeply alarming and my heart breaks for the victims & their loved ones. We need an immediate ceasefire & de-escalation. It is long past time to stop this cycle of violence & trauma, and work toward a just & lasting peace in the region.”

Squad member Betty McCollum (D-MN) (who repeatedly introduces heinous antisemitic bills falsely accusing Israel of harming Palestinian children – see, e.g., here, here and here) released a statement saying that “The U.S. government and the international community must immediately unite in denouncing the escalating violence in Israel and Gaza, and demand the immediate release of all hostages. These appear to be serious acts of war, and war is never the answer. . . While we await more information, my heart goes out to all those families impacted by this violence.” McCollum referred to Hamas as “Gaza militants.” She appears to be indirectly angling for an early ceasefire.

Anti-Israel organizations blamed Israel and celebrated the Hamas atrocities committed against Jews:

IfNotNow (INN) accused Israel of every lie in the book, including genocide and “murdering Palestinians in the streets” [in other words, exactly what the Palestinian Arab terrorists due to Jews] and claimed that Israel provoked the “Palestinian militants’ actions” [INN’s term for Hamas murdering and raping innocent Jews and Jewish children]

Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) claimed that the source of “all this violence” [JVP’s term for Hamas’ atrocities against innocent Jews] is Israel’s “war on Palestinians” for 75 years [namely, Israel’s existence]. (INN and JVP’s statements are listed in Newsweek.)

Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapters across the U.S., including at American University, Rutgers, UC San Diego, the University of Minnesota and San Jose State University, all celebrated “the resistance.” (See Times of Israel article)

Violent anti-Israel groups Within Our Lifetime (which calls for “Globalizing the Intifada” terror wars against Jews), Samidoun (which is allied with terror group PFLP), Decolonize This Place, Al-Awda (which also has ties to terror groups PFLP, Hamas, PIJ, etc.) and others announced rallies on Sunday in Times Square and on Monday at the Israeli consulate in New York “to defend the heroic Palestinian resistance.” (TOI article)

We also received an alert from Canada that “PALESTINIAN RALLYS celebrating and glorifying the barbaric mass murder of over 700 Israelis and the numbers are climbing and the kidnapping of Israeli babies, young children their mothers and the elderly, are going on at Nathan Philips Square, as well all over Toronto and throughout Canada. Our Jewish leaders have appealed to the Police and the Liberal government to stop these Palestinian rallys glorifying the mass murder and kidnapping of innocent Israeli civilians, but as usual it has fallen on deaf ears.” There will be A SOLIDARITY RALLY FOR ISRAEL on Monday at 7pm at Mel LASTMAN SQUARE in Toronto, Canada.”

There will be a pro-Israel rally in Florida today, October 9, at 6:00 PM.

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