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Congressman Joe Wilson released the following statement on chairing the January 29 Helsinki Commission Hearing:

"I am grateful to have chaired today's Helsinki Commission hearing on Human Rights and Democracy in Europe and for the bipartisan Congressional representation at today's hearing. As an election observer in Bulgaria 30 years ago, I learned firsthand the importance of human rights to a healthy Democracy. America must remain committed to the protection and preservation of human rights in Europe and around the world."

On January 9, Congressman Joe Wilson released the following statement on the vote to limit President Trump's Power on Iran:

"House Democrats' vote to tie the hands of President Trump from being able to protect American families is again senseless partisan politics. Soleimani was a merciless terrorist that was directly and indirectly responsible for over 600 American deaths. Soleimani also recently directed rocket attacks on U.S. bases, killing an American 13 days ago, and organized an attack on a U.S. embassy last week.

On January 8, Congressman Joe Wilson released the following statement on following Fort Jackson's expansion announcement:

"I am grateful for the relocation of the Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Advanced Individual Training Courses to Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C., which has been recognized as one of the ‘Most Military Friendly Communities in America.'

On January 3, Congressman Joe Wilson announced his Legislative Agenda for 2020:

"I was grateful to share my priorities for 2020. In this new legislative year, I will continue to advance legislation that creates jobs for American families and reduce harmful regulations that destroy jobs and I will promote working with local chambers and agencies. In 2020 I will advocate for future and current missions the Savannah River Site and Savannah River National Lab.

On December 20, Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement on plans to attend the National Defense Authorization (NDAA) Signing Ceremony tonight:

"As an NDAA Committee Conferee, I am thankful to be with President Donald Trump as he signs the NDAA into law. I am extraordinarily grateful that this year's NDAA included my legislation with the most co-sponsors of any bill this Congress, 383, to finally AXE the Widow's Tax. This is a big win for military spouses, families, and servicemembers who for years have been victim to this unjust offset."

Today, Representative Joe Wilson released the following statement after voting in support of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA):

"As we close this year's legislative session, I am grateful that President Trump was able to come to an agreement for the USMCA. This deal will bring North American trade into the 21st century and delivers a huge win for our economy and South Carolina. The USMCA is a major accomplishment of President Trump's that makes good on his promise to fight for American workers and create jobs."

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On December 19, Representative Joe Wilson (SC-02) with Representatives Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), Trent Kelly (MS-01), Elaine Luria (VA-02), Elise Stefanik (NY-21), and Steve Stivers (OH-15) along with Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) released the below statements following the introduction of H.R. 5491, the Body Armor for Females Modernization Act (BAFMA):