Who Is Running in South Carolina Congressional District 2nd in 2026?

Joe Wilson opposes noncitizen voting, arguing that allowing individuals to vote without identity verification diminishes lawful voters' voices and enables illegal immigrants to influence elections. He advocated for border security and national defense as part of his 2026 legislative agenda and criticized the 2026 State of the Union address regarding immigration issues.

Representative Joe Wilson opposes stringent Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, stating they increase energy costs and eliminate jobs. He advocates for domestic production of natural resources, including support for the Keystone XL Pipeline, to achieve energy independence. He also supports rolling back regulations that he believes limit innovation in energy technologies. The League of Conservation Voters gave him a 14% score on both "Climate Change Science" and "Corporate Climate Risk Disclosure Requirements."

Joe Wilson advocates for a foreign policy of "peace through strength," emphasizing a strong military with necessary equipment and funding to safeguard national security. He co-sponsored the Holding Accountable Russian Mercenaries Act 2.0 (HARM Act 2.0), which aimed to designate the Wagner Group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. Additionally, he expresses support for the enduring relationship between the U.S. and Kurdistan.

Joe Wilson voted against the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act in 2022. This legislation included provisions for expanded background checks for gun purchasers under 21, incentives for states to include juvenile records in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, and closing the "boyfriend loophole."