U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) taken to hospital after collapsing at event

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson, a Republican from South Carolina, has been rushed to hospital after collapsing at an event in Washington, D.C., according to his office. He is now in stable condition and reportedly doing well.

Wilson, 77, was at an event in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday night when he suddenly collapsed. He was given medical attention and rushed to an area hospital for further treatment and tests.

“I just spoke to my mom who is currently at the hospital with my father,” said the lawmaker’s son, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson. “Doctors have confirmed to us that he has experienced stroke-like symptoms.”

Wilson added: “I was able to speak with him moments ago and I am incredibly thankful that he is stable and being monitored by medical professionals.”

Wilson has served in Congress since 2001 and prior to that served in the South Carolina Senate between 1985 and 2001. Nationally, he’s well-known for shouting “You lie!” during President Barack Obama’s speech to Congress in 2009.

Wilson at a press conference on Tuesday

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— Joe Wilson (@RepJoeWilson) September 10, 2024