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Congressman Joe Wilson made the following statement on the President's budget request:

"I am encouraged by the President's fresh approach to the budget process, ultimately achieving a balanced budget. However, I have grave concerns that the budget released by the Administration does not align with the President's commitments to the American people—especially when it comes to national security and defense—and lets down the people of South Carolina.

Congressman Joe Wilson made the following statement following the attack in Manchester:

"Yesterday's terrorist attack in Manchester is a senseless act of violence against innocent civilians. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families.

Congressman Joe Wilson issued the following statement following President Trump's speech in Saudi Arabia:

"The President's remarks today were extraordinary--I especially was grateful to hear his call for unity of all people and faiths--Islam, Christianity, and Judiasm; as well as a strong condemnation of Islamic extremism and terrorism."

"I appreciate the warm welcome the President received in Saudi Arabia and look forward to the success of the rest of his first overseas visit."

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Roy Blunt (Mo.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (N.Y.), along with U.S. Representatives Joe Wilson (S.C.) and Susan Davis (Calif.), yesterday introduced the bipartisan Military Family Stability Act. The measure would increase flexibility for military families by allowing them to either move early or remain at their current duty station for up to six months while their spouse begins a new assignment.

WASHINGTON – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) introduced the South Carolina Peanut Parity Act in the House of Representatives today, critical legislation that would grant South Carolina representation on the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Peanut Standards Board.

Congressman Mark Sanford (SC-01), Congressman Jeff Duncan (SC-03), Congressman Trey Gowdy (SC-04), Congressman James Clyburn (SC-06), and Congressman Tom Rice (SC-07) are original co-sponsors of the legislation.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02), Vice Chairman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce participated in a markup on the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21^st Century Act. Congressman Wilson spoke in support of the legislation.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) participated in a roundtable with the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) at Café Strudel, an NFIB member business, in West Columbia today:

"I was grateful for the opportunity to meet with small business owners from the Midlands today and hear about their role in creating jobs and serving their community. I also appreciated hearing about the challenges small businesses face, and discussing how Congress can support their efforts to create jobs.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Ed Young:

"Former Congressman Ed Young of Florence was a southern gentleman who will be cherished as a courageous pioneer in the development of the two-party system. As lifelong family friends we especially appreciate his achievements as a World War Two hero, dedicated family man, church leader, business developer creating jobs, farmer, and public servant."