Republican South Carolina Rep. Joe Wilson was hospitalized after collapsing Tuesday night at an event in Washington, D.C, his office announced.
The 77-year-old congressman, who has represented South Carolina’s 2nd District since 2001, was at a Ukrainian Independence Day celebration when he fell ill, according to Politico. He received immediate medical assistance from a doctor in attendance before being transported to a local hospital.
Wilson’s son, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, confirmed his father’s condition via X.
“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 wrote. Wilson’s wife was by his side at the hospital.
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
Members of South Carolina’s congressional delegation offered their support following the news.
“Praying for a full and speedy recovery for my friend,” Republican South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott said.
Praying for a full and speedy recovery for my friend, @RepJoeWilson. 🙏🏾 https://t.co/XDnqeUiRl7
— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) September 11, 2024
Rep. Nancy Mace also expressed support, writing, “Spoke to his family tonight. Prayers up for a speedy recovery – as fast as humanly possible! Go Joe!”
Spoke to his family tonight. Prayers up for a speedy recovery – as fast as humanly possible! Go Joe! https://t.co/GkTe5XCgkv
— Nancy Mace (@NancyMace) September 11, 2024
Earlier in the day, Wilson had taken part in votes on the House floor and was seen joking with reporters, NBC News reported. Wilson recently returned from a series of international trips as part of his role as Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa and Central Asia.