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Joe Wilson

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Joe Graves Wilson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for South Carolina's 2nd congressional district since 2001. A member of the Republican Party, he has been involved in various legislative efforts during his tenure in Congress. Wilson is known for his focus on issues such as military and veterans' affairs, education, and energy policy. He has also been active in promoting economic development in South Carolina.

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Feb 13, 2024

Families in South Carolina have been negatively affected by the failed policies of Biden, with the highest inflation in 40 years destroying jobs. Gratefully, in South Carolina, with the leadership of Republican Governor Henry McMaster, all…

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Feb 7, 2024

2 days ago, I issued a heartfelt warning for all families in America. This is bipartisan in that the terrorists consider all Americans as targets. I had been excusing the irresponsible open borders as recruiting millions of low-information…

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Feb 6, 2024

The failed policies of Biden and Democrats are costing American families over $11,400 more a year to buy the basics. The dollar stores I shop at are now $1.25. When Biden took office, inflation was just 1.4 percent. Since then, inflation…

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Feb 5, 2024

My heartfelt warning today is for all families of all political parties in America. I had been excusing the irresponsible Biden open borders as recruiting millions of low-information voters to perpetuate Democrat elitist power. This…

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Jan 31, 2024

It has been over 100 days since the murderous invasion of Israel by Iranian puppet Hamas. There was merciless slaughter of over 1,200 Israelis and over 200 taken hostage, including Americans. One of the hostages still being held in Gaza is…

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Jan 30, 2024

As a Korean Caucus co- chairman, I was grateful last week to participate in the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Program. With prior visits it has always been inspiring to observe the phenomenal success of the talented people of…

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Jan 29, 2024

Americans are saddened by the deaths and injuries of U.S. servicemembers yesterday in the Middle East. My thoughts and prayers are with the families. Americans are sitting ducks for primary attacks that are occurring abroad and at home…

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Jan 18, 2024

I am grateful to recognize the upcoming celebrations for National School Choice Week. Partnering with over 27,000 schools around the country, the focus is to inform parents of the education options available, meeting the needs for each…

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Jan 17, 2024

We all appreciate the great work and leadership of Congressman Moore of Utah, as he is conducting tonight's Special Order. As the anniversary approaches for the 1973 infamous Supreme Court ruling Roe v. Wade, I was grateful to attend…

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Jan 17, 2024

I was grateful to participate this weekend in the legislative exchange program of the Association of Marshall Scholars to Oxford and London, led by co- chairs, Mark Green and Jim Himes; with emeritus co-chairs, Linda Sanchez and Mike…

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Jan 11, 2024

Biden issued a statement in December falsely claiming job creation and reduced inflation as the American people have endured the highest inflation in 40 years. His war on energy independence has led to devastating fuel costs for cars and…

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Jan 10, 2024

the Corps is not in compliance with the WIIN Act law by choosing an alternative that does not maintain the pool at the 114.5 foot level

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Jan 10, 2024

Last week, I joined Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican colleagues from 26 States at the border in Eagle Pass, Texas. What I witnessed and heard was madness. Each month, Border Patrol agents, county sheriffs, and public safety personnel…

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Dec 14, 2023

I congratulate Chairman Mike Rogers and Ranking Member Adam Smith for the diligent work for this bipartisan NDAA, which I support. The axis of evil, war criminal Putin, the regime in Tehran, the Chinese Communist Party, dictators with rule…

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Dec 13, 2023

Last month, the Biden press secretary falsely fabricated: ``The data shows that households remain in a strong financial position.'' In reality, even CBS News admits: ``The typical American household must spend an additional $11,434…

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Dec 13, 2023

I thank Chairwoman Virginia Foxx for yielding, a former college president herself, who understands these issues. I am very grateful for Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik, who is courageously leading this resolution that…

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Dec 12, 2023

I thank Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur for her leadership in promoting the bipartisan remarks tonight, which reinforce what former Chairman Greg Meeks has already stated, and that is that there is overwhelming bipartisan support, Democrats and…

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Dec 12, 2023

I have warned over 110 times that the global war on terrorism is not over with appeasement in Afghanistan leading to terrorist attacks on American families with Biden open borders. The threat is clear. We see the shocking number of…

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Dec 11, 2023

Over 110 times since Biden appeasement in Afghanistan, I have warned the global war on terrorism is not over as terrorists plan to attack American families with Biden open borders. The threat is clear with a shocking number of trained…

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Dec 6, 2023

We are at a war we did not choose. It is Iran.

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Dec 6, 2023

The American people need to know that too.

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Dec 6, 2023

But we need to respond immediately to stop this, because the loss of life is really inexcusable.

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Dec 6, 2023

The disastrous decisions by Biden hurts the pocketbooks of Americans and destroys jobs, made even more obvious as we enter the holiday season of Christmas and Hanukkah. Bidenomics inflation has overcome hourly raises, reducing the spending…

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Dec 6, 2023

I would be disgusted if I had family there now, knowing the level of lack of response.

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Dec 6, 2023

We are at a war we did not choose. It is Iran. Their puppets--the Houthis, Hezbollah, Hamas--trained by war criminal Putin, are attacking our troops.

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