December 2025

Second District Dispatch

Constituent Meetings

Meeting and speaking with those who live and work in the Second District provides me a firsthand understanding of the issues affecting the many businesses, organizations, and individuals represented. I welcome the opportunity to listen to your needs and concerns -- the offices and I stand ready to help.

Whether in the Washington, Midlands, or Aiken/Barnwell offices, we want to hear from you, and our goals are to provide support however possible, whether it is an individual concern, or more broad issues.

The following is a sampling of the groups and individuals representing our community that I have met with in the last few months. Please continue to check out the office Facebook and Instagram pages for more photos and insight.

Northwestern Mutual of South Carolina	Batesburg-Leesville Chamber of Commerce
Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce	Carolinas Independent Automobile Dealers Association
Midlands National Guard Retirees	Southern Crown Partners
Scout Motors	Rotary Club of Spring Valley
National Sand, Stone, & Gravel Association	South Carolina Corn and Soybean Association
American Academy of Physician Associates	American Occupational Therapy Association
U.S. Army Surgeon General	Rotary Club of Barnwell County
Legacy Traditional Schools	American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
American Society of Civil Engineers	South Carolina Association of Tourism Regions
Columbia Chamber of Commerce	The Classy Cruet: Olive Oils & Vinegars
Celebrate Freedom Foundation	U.S. Global Leadership Coalition
South Carolina Trucking Association	Aiken Chamber of Commerce
Rotary Club of Aiken	Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Meeting with the Celebrate Freedom Foundation

Meeting with the American Academy of Physician Associates

Meeting with the Carolinas Independent Automobile Dealers Association

Passing the 2026 NDAA

I was grateful to have joined my Republican and Democrat colleagues in passing the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), critical legislation that advances the Peace Through Strength priorities of President Donald Trump.

This bill represents the ongoing commitment for national security, modernization, servicemembers, and readiness to defend America at home and around the globe.

I am particularly grateful my language was included which:

Prohibits the acquisition of solar panels from companies owned or controlled by China and other adversaries.
Supports the Savannah River Site and nuclear modernization.
Authorizes defense research programs at higher institutions like the University of South Carolina, bridging the gap between academia and national security.

Now, the Senate must pass this legislation so that President Trump can sign it into law on behalf of American families.

Christmas and New Year's

As we reflect on 2025 and look forward to 2026, on behalf of myself and staff, we wish each of you a healthy, safe Merry Christmas, a Happy Hanukkah, and a Happy New Year.

Stay in Touch

Much remains to be done, but I am grateful to represent the people of South Carolina's Second District and will continue to work hard to keep us all safe, promote jobs, and make our lives and communities stronger.

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Sincerely,

Joe Wilson
Member of Congress