Aiken Times

Joe Wilson, a U.S. Congressman representing South Carolina's 2nd district since 2001, has recently shared his views on international affairs through a series of tweets. Known for his outspoken opinions, Wilson addressed issues involving Iran, Iraq, and Russia.

On February 8, 2025, Wilson alleged that "The Iranian regime tried to assassinate President Trump and is insistent that it still will. Iran will be free and all its puppets will fall, including the Houthis, Qassim al-Araji, Kais Saied, and Bidzina Ivanishvili."

Later the same day, he questioned the U.S. Treasury's oversight concerning Iraq's financial institutions: "Iraqi Kleptocracy starts with Rafidain Bank. Why is @UStreasury allowing Iraq’s largest bank to be a piggy bank for Iran’s militias?"

On February 9, 2025, Wilson commended three Baltic states for their energy independence from Russia: "Congratulations to Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania for disconnecting from the Russian power grid! War Criminal Putin uses energy as a weapon. We must fully sanction and ban Russian energy worldwide!"