Press Releases

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement on the Trump administration's announcement of new sanctions on Iran:

"I applaud President Donald Trump's swift action to hold the regime in Iran accountable for testing another intercontinental ballistic missile on Sunday. Imposing strong sanctions against individuals and businesses makes it clear that the United States will stand with our allies against Iranian aggression.

"This is what peace through strength looks like.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after attending the National Prayer Breakfast:

"I was deeply grateful to attend the 65th Annual National Prayer Breakfast. This is a meaningful event that brings Members of Congress and other leaders from around the world to reflect on how our faith shapes our service. I was grateful to be seated with parliamentarians from Algeria, Bosnia, Albania, China, Canada, and Russia.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) and Congressman Steve King (IA-04) issued the following statement after introducing H.R. 785, the National Right to Work Act this morning.

Rep. Joe Wilson, the original co-sponsor of the legislation, stated:

Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement praising President Trump's selection of Judge Gorsuch to the Supreme Court:

"Judge Neil Gorsuch is an excellent choice to be the next Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court, and a fitting choice to replace Justice Antonin Scalia. Throughout his career, Judge Gorsuch has demonstrated he is committed to interpreting law, not using the Court to make laws.

Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement on Iran's recent ICBM test:

"On Sunday, the Iranian regime tested another intercontinental ballistic missile in violation of existing U.N. resolutions. This is unacceptable and puts the safety of our allies in the Middle East at risk. Earlier today I met with King Abdullah of Jordan to discuss our shared concern of Iranian aggression, and just yesterday, Israel condemned the testing of the medium-range ballistic missile.

Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement in response to the President's executive order on extreme vetting:

"I support the President's efforts to secure our borders and keep American families safe from terrorist attacks by pausing the refugee program to provide necessary improvements to the vetting process. I plan to work quickly in Congress and with the Administration to reinforce providing expedited waivers for interpreters that have assisted the U.S. Military.

"I urge everyone to examine the facts behind the executive order:

Rep. Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after Governor Nikki Haley's appointment as U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. was confirmed by the U.S. Senate:

"Governor Nikki Haley will be a remarkable U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. She will be a fierce advocate for American values and our allies on the world stage and will bring fresh leadership to the United Nations.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after Congressman Mick Mulvaney finished his confirmation hearings before the Senate Budget Committee and the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs:

"Congressman Mick Mulvaney is a strong choice to lead the Office of Management and Budget and I firmly believe that Congressman Mulvaney can make a difference in reining in the federal government's out of control spending.