Brittney Griner released a statement expressing gratitude to President Biden, commitment to helping Paul Whelan and her intention to play next WNBA season.
One week after she arrived back in the U.S. following 10 months of imprisonment in Russia, WNBA starexpressed gratitude to all those who helped secure her release and provided their love and support during her ordeal.
“The last 10 months have been a battle at every turn. I dug deep to keep my faith and it was the love from so many of you that helped keep me going,” Griner said in a statement released Friday morning. “From the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone for your help.” Griner was arrested in Moscow on Feb. 17, when Russian authorities say they found vape cartridges with 0.7 of a gram of cannabis oil in her luggage. She was sentenced to nine years in prison. Last week, her release was secured by the U.S. as part of a high-profile prisoner swap for notorious Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout., who has been jailed in Russia for nearly four years.Plaschke: An American is coming home.
Brittney Griner’s release from Russia in a high-profile prisoner exchange should be celebrated, not disparaged by reactions reeking of bias and bigotry. “President Biden, you brought me home and I know you are committed to bringing Paul Whelan and all Americans home too,” Griner wrote. “I will use my platform to do whatever I can to help you. I also encourage everyone that played a part in bringing me home to continue their efforts to bring all Americans home. Every family deserves to be whole.
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