Addison Graves "Joe" Wilson Sr. is the U.S. Representative for South Carolina's 2nd congressional district, serving since 2001. The district stretches from the state capital, Columbia, to the Georgia-South Carolina border. From 1985 to 2001, he served in the South Carolina Senate. He is a member of the Republican Party.He is a member of the House Republican Policy Committee and is an Assistant Republican Whip.In September 2009, Wilson interrupted a speech by U.S. President Barack Obama to the joint session of Congress by shouting "You lie!". The incident resulted in a reprimand by the House of Representatives. Read More
