Republican Rep. Joe Wilson of South Carolina collapsed during an event in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday night and was hospitalized, his office said.
The 77-year-old congressman, who has represented South Carolina's 2nd District since 2001, fell ill while attending a Ukrainian Independence Day celebration. According to He received immediate medical attention from medics at the scene before being transported to a local hospital.
Wilson's son, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, X.
“Doctors have confirmed that he experienced stroke-like symptoms. I spoke with him earlier and he is extremely grateful that he is in stable condition and is being monitored by medical professionals,” Alan wrote. Wilson's wife was by his side at the hospital.
“I spoke with my mother, who is in the hospital with my father. The doctors confirmed that my father experienced stroke-like symptoms. I spoke with my father earlier and he is in stable condition and is very grateful to be under the watchful eye of medical professionals.
— Alan Wilson (@AGAlanWilson) September 11, 2024
Following the news, members of South Carolina's congressional delegation also voiced their support.
“I pray for my friend's full and speedy recovery,” said Sen. Tim Scott, R-South Carolina.
I wish my friend a full and speedy recovery. @RepJoeWilson.🙏🏾 https://t.co/XDnqeUiRl7
— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) September 11, 2024
Rep. Nancy Mace also voiced her support, writing, “Spoke with his family tonight. I am praying for a speedy recovery. Good luck, Joe!”
I spoke with his family tonight and we are praying for a speedy recovery. Good luck, Joe! https://t.co/GkTe5XCgkv
— Nancy Mace (@NancyMace) September 11, 2024
Wilson was seen taking part in a vote on the House floor that day and joking with reporters, NBC News reported. ReportedWilson recently returned from a series of overseas visits as part of his duties as chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia.
