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As members of a global community, the United States and all nations of the world have much to learn from each other. Our nation has a proud history of leading the world in times of peace and times of war. We have formed coalitions of nations to depose tyrannical dictators that threatened the freedoms and safety of our citizens and allies. Together with our friends we have drawn attention to humanitarian crises and worked to improve the quality of life in those parts of the world that live in poverty and turmoil.

As a senior member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, I have the privilege to help address the issues facing our relationships with nations around the world. As one of only a few members of Congress to serve on both the Foreign Affairs Committee and the Armed Services Committee, I have the unique opportunity to contribute to our national dialogue from a military as well as a diplomatic perspective. An open and candid discussion among friendly nations and a clear and consistent message to unfriendly nations will ensure the safety and prosperity of the United States.

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Wilson, Cohen to Introduce Resolution Supporting International Day of Political Prisoners
October 30, 2025
Press Release

Washington, DC – Congressmen Joe Wilson (R-SC), Co-Chairman of the Helsinki Commission, and Steve Cohen (D-TN), the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly’s Special Representative on Political Prisoners, will introduce on Friday a House resolution supporting the designation of October 30 – today – as the International Day of Political Prisoners.  

“The resolution reads:

Issues: Foreign Affairs
Türkiye Caucus Statement Celebrating Turkish National Day
October 29, 2025
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Washington, D.C. - Congressmen Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Steve Cohen (D-TN), the Co-Chairs of the Congressional Caucus on U.S.-Türkiye Relations and Turkish Americans issued the following statement: 

     "As Co-Chairs of the Congressional Caucus on U.S.-Türkiye Relations and Turkish Americans, we join millions around the world in celebrating the 102nd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye.

Issues: Foreign Affairs National Security
Wilson Leads Bipartisan Delegation Introducing REPO Implementation Act
October 24, 2025
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Washington, DC – Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Tom Kean (R-NJ), and Steve Cohen (D-TN) introduced the REPO Implementation Act of 2025. This bipartisan legislation builds off the REPO law of last Congress by repurposing a sizeable subset of the frozen Russian sovereign assets for Ukraine on a regular, set, timetable.

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Wilson Introduces Bill to Re-Impose Jackson-Vanik Sanctions on Russia
September 12, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson introduced the No Trade with Terrorists Act. This legislation will reimpose the Jackson-Vanik Sanctions on the Russian Federation. 

Issues: Foreign Affairs
Wilson Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Repeal Syria Caesar Civilian Protection Act
June 12, 2025
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Washington, DC – Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), Marlin Stutzman (R-IN), Lou Correa (D-CA), Jack Bergman (R-MI), and Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) introduced bipartisan legislation repealing the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019. Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) joined as an Original Cosponsor, as well. 

Issues: Foreign Affairs National Security
Statement from the Co-Chairs of the Congressional Korea Caucus Congratulating President-Elect Lee Jae-myung
June 3, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC), Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA), Mike Kelly (R-PA), and Marilyn Strickland (D-WA)*** Co-Chairs of the Congressional Korea Caucus, released a statement on the election of Lee Jae-myung as President of the Republic of Korea:

Issues: Foreign Affairs
Congressmen Wilson, Cohen, Hudson, Veasey Welcome House Passage of MEGOBARI Act
May 5, 2025
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Washington, DC - U.S. Helsinki Co-Chairman Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC), Helsinki Commission Ranking Member Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN), Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) and Congressman Marc Veasey (D-TX) welcome the House passage of the bipartisan Mobilizing and Enhancing Georgia’s Options for Building Accountability, Resilience, and Independence (MEGOBARI) Act.

Issues: Foreign Affairs National Security
Wilson Introduces ‘Bulgarian-American Heritage Month Resolution’
April 3, 2025
Press Release

Washington, DC – Co-Chairs of the Congressional Bulgaria Caucus Joe Wilson (R-SC), Bradley Schneider (D-IL), Neal Dunn (R-FL), and Richard Neal (D-MA) yesterday introduced the Bulgarian-American Heritage Month Resolution. This legislation recognizes the critical contributions that the people of Bulgaria have made to the U.S. since the 19th Century.  

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Wilson Introduces the ‘Maximum Support Act’
April 3, 2025
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Washington, DC – Congressmen Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced the bipartisan Maximum Support Act, sending a strong message to the regime in Tehran that America will not tolerate Iranian backed terror and aggression around the world.

Issues: Foreign Affairs
Wilson and Panetta Introduce ‘Pakistan Democracy Act’
March 25, 2025
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Washington, DC - Congressmen Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) introduced the Pakistan Democracy Act. This legislation will promote democracy, human rights, and rule of law in Pakistan, especially following the flawed elections of February 2024 and ongoing concerns about military influence over civilian government. The legislation will provide support for democratic forces, authorize targeted sanctions, and require a report on progress towards democracy in Pakistan.

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