Press Releases

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) gave the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in support of Justice Janice Rogers Brown and in opposition to Senate Democrats' partisan and unprecedented obstruction of President Bush's judicial nominees. Congressman Wilson strongly supports the constitutional option, which would ensure that all judicial nominees receive a fair, up-or-down vote on the Senate floor. "Mr. Speaker, for over 200 years, judges have been confirmed by a simple majority," said Wilson.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) gave the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in support of Justice Priscilla Owen and in opposition to Senate Democrats' partisan and unprecedented obstruction of President Bush's judicial nominees. Congressman Wilson strongly supports the constitutional option, which would ensure that all judicial nominees receive a fair, up-or-down vote on the Senate floor. "Madame Speaker, yesterday The Wall Street Journal highlighted the extreme and politically-charged use of the Senate Democratic filibuster," said Wilson.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following announcement regarding the Department of Defense's (DOD) Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) recommendations: "Today is a great day for the Second District of South Carolina. The Department of Defense has reinforced its commitment and confidence in Ft. Jackson, Parris Island, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, and the Beaufort Naval Hospital," said Wilson.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) reminded all high schools in the Second District of South Carolina to submit their nominations for the 2005 Annual Congressional Art Competition, "An Artistic Discovery." The nationwide art competition is an excellent opportunity to showcase the talent of area high school students and acknowledge South Carolina's gifted young artists. "The Congressional Art Competition is a wonderful way to nationally recognize South Carolina's young artists," said Wilson.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) issued the following statement praising the new employment numbers released by the Department of Labor reporting that the U.S. economy gained a larger-than-expected 274,000 jobs in the month of April: "I'm thrilled that over 274,000 Americans found new jobs last month," said Wilson. "Today's great news is another indication that Republican efforts to reduce spending and decrease taxes are helping Americans and strengthening our economy.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson voted to support the Emergency Supplemental Wartime Appropriations Act Conference Report (H.R. 1268). The bill was passed by a bipartisan vote of 368 to 58, and contains $82 billion in defense-related spending with primary focus on support for the global War on Terror. More than $54 billion from this total supports military personnel and the operation and maintenance of their equipment.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) spoke on the floor of the U.S House of Representatives regarding accomplishments by House Republicans in the first 100 days of the 109th Congress:"In the past 100 days, House Republicans have delivered a long list of accomplishments that are spurring economic growth and making a positive difference for millions of American families," said Wilson.

April 25, 2005Wilson Congratulates Parris Island on DOD AwardWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) congratulated Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island on winning the Secretary of Defense Environmental Award in the category of Cultural Resource Management. The award ceremony will take place on May 4, 2005, at the Pentagon. "Parris Island is located on land that is rich in history and heritage," said Wilson. "The military and civilian personnel are doing a great job in preserving and protecting the unique environment of the Island.