U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris talked on Wednesday with the spouse of U.S. ball player Brittney Griner, who is kept in Russia, the White House said.
“The President called Cherelle (Griner) to console her that he is attempting to get Brittney’s delivery quickly, as well as the arrival of Paul Whelan and other U.S. nationals who are illegitimately confined or kept locked down in Russia and all over the planet,” the White House said in an explanation after the call.

Biden likewise joined Vice President Kamala Harris’ call, as per the White House.

‘He acknowledges it’: Biden peruses Brittany Griner letter, White House says

The White House said the president “offered his help to Cherrell and Brittany’s family, and he has focused on guaranteeing that all conceivable help is given to him, while his organization finds a way every way to bring Brittany home.” pursues.”

Biden’s letter is because of a transcribed letter from delegates of Brittany Griner that On Monday, the White House was passed communicating fears that she could stay in jail in Russia for eternity. In his letter, he Biden to bring him and others confined in Russia home.

“While I’m staying here in a Russian jail, alone with my viewpoints and without the security of my better half, family, companions, Olympic shirt, or any achievement, I dread I might remain here everlastingly,” Griner composed. “Kindly give your best for bring us home. I decided in favor of the initial time in 2020 and I decided in favor of you. I put stock in you. I actually need to do so well with my opportunity that you assist with reestablishing it.” can do. ”

Griner, a double cross US Olympic gold medalist and seven-time WNBA All-Star alongside Phoenix Mercury, has been imprisoned in Russian since February 17, after specialists got him at an air terminal close to Moscow and terminated on him. blamed for conveying oil. In wipe cartridge.

A blameworthy decision could convey as long as 10 years in jail. As per the Associated Press, under 1% of Russian respondents are vindicated.

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Public safety Adviser Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken have had different calls with Cherrell Griner, including last end of the week. As per the White House, Biden educated his public safety group to be in standard contact with Cherrell and Brittany’s loved ones.

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