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Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) co-chaired the 2016 Congressional Art Competition Reception in Washington, D.C.

“For 35 years, this competition has inspired many young people in their love of art. I was grateful to bring local artist Yvonne Kinney, from North Augusta, to Washington to have her encourage the students in their work and highlight the importance of giving back to your community,” Wilson said.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s 4-4 decision in United States v. Texas, which upholds the lower court’s decision that the President’s use of executive action on immigration is unlawful:

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee passed a House Resolution 737:

“I applaud the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, led by Chairman Jason Chaffetz, for passing a resolution to censure Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner John Koskinen.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after meeting with Brigadier General John P. Johnson, incoming Commanding General at Fort Jackson:

“I am grateful to welcome Brigadier General Pete Johnson to Fort Jackson. I look forward to welcoming him to the Midlands—a community that has been designated the ‘Most Military-Friendly Community in America.’ I look forward to working with him to support the crucial missions at Fort Jackson.

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement in response to the attacks in Orlando:

"My thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the attack in Orlando and their families. This is another chilling reminder we are in a Global War on Terrorism where this week Islamic terrorists have murdered dozens of innocent civilians from Baghdad, Iraq, to Orlando, Florida."

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to a joint session of Congress:

“The Administration’s decision to finalize the overtime rule is yet another regulatory blow that destroys jobs. This mandate especially hurts students, non-profits, and people starting a new career. This top-down, burdensome regulation will limit job creation, eliminate workplace flexibility, and penalize businesses, hurting hardworking Americans.

“Businesses should be responsible for managing their own employees, not the federal government.”

Rep. Joe Wilson (SC-02) today announced that he has received the “Hero of Main Street” award from the National Retail Federation for his support of legislation critical to the retail industry. Wilson is part of a bi-partisan group honored for their support of a wide range of issues including international trade, infrastructure investment, tax reform and labor issues.