Aiken Times

Joe Wilson, a long-serving member of the U.S. Congress representing South Carolina's 2nd district, has recently shared several statements on social media addressing international political issues. His comments focus on the activities of certain individuals and legislative measures concerning foreign policy.

On February 10, 2025, Wilson addressed concerns regarding the Ivanishvili family. He stated that "The Ivanishvili family are beneficiaries & enablers of the regime’s sale of Georgia to US enemies & must be sanctioned & kicked out of the West: Ekaterine Khvedelidze Uta Ivanishvili Tsotne Ivanishvili Bera Ivanishvili Gvantsa Ivanishvili Alexander Ivanishvili Ucha Mamatsashvili".

On February 11, 2025, Wilson announced his introduction of new legislation aimed at supporting Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. He declared, "Grateful to introduce the FREEDOM FIRST LEND-LEASE ACT as HR 1158. War Criminal Putin understands only the language of force. We must give President Trump the authority to MASSIVELY & QUICKLY arm Ukraine with war-winning weapons to get Russia to the table. Peace through Strength!"

Later that day, Wilson criticized President Biden for not enforcing laws related to sanctions against China over human rights issues involving Uyghur Muslims. He asserted that "Biden refused to enforce laws Congress passed sanctioning the Chinese Communist Party for Uyghur Muslim slave labor. The Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act must be enforced. Trump will fix it."