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On March 13, Congressman Joe Wilson released the following statement:
"I commend President Donald Trump and South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster for each declaring a State of Emergency to promote the safety of our families. Our country is resilient and has faced many obstacles. I am confident that with the proven leadership of President Trump and Governor McMaster that we will come out of this pandemic stronger than ever."
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On March 2, Congressman Joe Wilson released the following statement encouraging students from South Carolina's Second District to enter the Congressional Art Competition:
"I am grateful to announce that my office is now accepting submissions for the 2020 Congressional Art Competition. For the past 38 years, this competition has inspired and encouraged young artists and I look forward to seeing this tradition continue."
On February 5, Congressman Joe Wilson released the following statement following the Senate vote to acquit President Donald Trump:
"Congress has been occupied because of House Democrats' obsession with impeaching President Donald Trump, an obsession that began even before he was elected to office. I am thankful that today the Senate voted to acquit the President and Congress can finally get back to work for the American people. I am grateful that President Trump will now always be credited as acquitted."
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Congressman Joe Wilson released the following statement following President Donald Trump's 2020 State of the Union address:
"Last night, President Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to keeping his promises and demonstrated how his Administration has generated the Great American Comeback.
I am always grateful to serve the people of South Carolina's Second District. Although Republicans are not currently in the majority and were forced to deal with a false impeachment inquiry, I was able to work with my Republican colleagues to fight for our pro-job, pro-family and pro-America agenda. I am looking forward to the second half of the 116th Congress and working toward the goals outlined in my 2020 Legislative Agenda of limited government and expanded freedoms.
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."