U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson has urged Pakistan’s civilian and military leadership to release former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Wilson argued that Khan’s freedom would contribute to strengthening U.S.-Pakistan relations.
In a letter addressed to Pakistan’s civilian and military leadership, Wilson stated that freeing Khan “would be a major step towards strengthening U.S.-Pakistan relations.” The South Carolina Republican, who serves as Assistant Majority Whip, made his appeal public on February 7 by sharing the letter on X (formerly Twitter).
“Grateful to send this letter today to the political and military leaders of Pakistan to free Imran Khan,” Wilson wrote. He emphasized that U.S.-Pakistan ties have historically been strongest when Pakistan upholds democratic principles, the rule of law, and human rights.
Joe Wilson
Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Addison “Joe” Graves Wilson graduated from the High School of Charleston before earning his undergraduate degree from Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Virginia. He later obtained a law degree from the University of South Carolina.
His public service career began on the staffs of South Carolina political figures, including Senator Strom Thurmond and Congressman Floyd Spence. During the Reagan administration, he served as Deputy General Counsel for the U.S. Department of Energy under former South Carolina Governor Jim Edwards.
Before his election to the U.S. Congress in 2001, Wilson served 17 years in the South Carolina State Senate, maintaining a perfect attendance record.
Wilson dedicated 31 years to military service. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1972 to 1975 and later in the South Carolina Army National Guard.
