Wilson Statement after Meeting with Incoming Commanding General of Fort Jackson

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after meeting with Brigadier General John P. Johnson, incoming Commanding General at Fort Jackson:

“I am grateful to welcome Brigadier General Pete Johnson to Fort Jackson. I look forward to welcoming him to the Midlands—a community that has been designated the ‘Most Military-Friendly Community in America.’ I look forward to working with him to support the crucial missions at Fort Jackson.

“I commend Brigadier General Roger Cloutier on his dedicated service to Fort Jackson and to the community."

The Change of Command is scheduled for June 24, 2016.

Congressman Wilson, whose district includes Fort Jackson, serves on the House Armed Services Committee, where he is Chairman of the Emerging Threats and Capabilities Subcommittee. Wilson served in the U.S. Army Reserves and S.C. Army National Guard for 31 years, and all four of his sons have served in the military.