WNBA Star Brittney Griner Released from Russian custody
The Texas basketball star was first detained in February, and had recently been moved to a Russian penal colony.
Griner’s 9-year prison sentence upheld by Russian court
The Texas basketball star had asked for a suspended sentence. The White House is calling for her release.
U.S. Reportedly Offering Prisoner Trade with Russia
CNN reported Wednesday that the U.S. has offered a prisoner exchange in order to bring the WNBA player and Paul Whelan home. Biden reportedly backs such a deal.