SC Congressman Joe Wilson hospitalized
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– South Carolina Congressman Joe Wilson has been hospitalized.
According to his ‘X’ account, he fell ill in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, Sept. 10 and was taken to a hospital.
Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) was taken ill and is being evaluated at a local hospital in Washington, DC.
— Joe Wilson (@RepJoeWilson) September 11, 2024
His son, Attorney General Alan Wilson posted on ‘X’ that his father experienced stroke-like symptoms but he is stable and being monitored by medical professionals.
I just spoke to my mom who is currently at the hospital with my father. Doctors have confirmed to us that he has experienced stroke-like symptoms. I was able to speak with him moments ago and I am incredibly thankful that he is stable and being monitored by medical professionals
— Alan Wilson (@AGAlanWilson) September 11, 2024
The Republican has served South Carolina’s 2nd congressional district since 2021.