Joe Wilson, a U.S. Congressman representing South Carolina’s 2nd district since 2001, posted a series of updates on December 16, 2025, highlighting his recent legislative and diplomatic activities.
In a post published at 19:58 UTC, Wilson wrote, “Grateful to co-author this piece in @ForeignPolicy with @SenatorShaheen on the need to repeal the Caesar Act. Grateful that the Senate will follow the House and vote within hours for full repeal of Caesar!” The message refers to an opinion article advocating for the repeal of the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act and anticipates Senate action following a House vote.
Later that day, at 20:10 UTC, Wilson reported on his meeting with Lebanese Ambassador to the U.S., Nada Hamadeh Moawad. He stated, “Grateful to meet with Lebanese Ambassador to the U.S. Nada Hamadeh Moawad. I conveyed to our Lebanese friends that ACTIONS speak louder than words and that the disarmament of Hezbollah pursuant to Pres. Trump and @USAmbTurkiye plan must move rapidly.” He also mentioned emphasizing urgency regarding efforts toward Hezbollah’s disarmament.
At 21:43 UTC, Wilson described his participation in a commemorative event at Fort Jackson National Cemetery. He posted, “Grateful to have attended Wreaths Across America at Fort Jackson National Cemetery alongside MG Hood, Fort Jackson Commander, MG Stilwell, South Carolina Adjutant General, Kevin Shwedo, Executive Director of the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, and others.”
Wilson has served in Congress since replacing Floyd Spence in 2001 and previously represented constituents in the South Carolina Senate from 1985 through 2001. Born in Charleston in 1947 and currently residing in Springdale, he is an alumnus of Washington and Lee University (BA) and holds a JD from the University of South Carolina.
