American basketball star in prison in Russia wrote a letter of help President Joe Biden
In February when the relationship between the US and Russia became tense, the basketball star Brittney Griner was arrested by Moscow police at Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) because of the discovery of marijuana essence in smoking tools Her electric cabinet.
The 31 -year -old was charged with transporting large quantities, with a maximum imprisonment of up to 10 years. The Phoenix Mercury and Wnba teams have shown their support and advocacy to bring Griner back home.
On the US National Day 4/7, Brittney Griner's representative sent to President Joe Biden, praying for the for help from the head of the United States and expressed his thirst for freedom. The letter was later published with the media:
"This letter was sent when I sat in prison in Russia, lonely with my thoughts and did not receive the protection from my wife, family, friends ... I was afraid I would be here forever." .
"I know the president is very busy, but please don't forget me and the Americans are imprisoned here. Hope all of you can take me back home."
"When I entered the 2020 election room, I wrote down your name. I believe in you. I know you can help me regain my freedom and my life."
"I miss my wife! I miss my family! I miss my teammates! I know they are suffering a lot. I am very grateful to the president for his efforts to get me back."
White House press secretary Karin Jean-Pierre confirmed that the letter had been sent to Joe Biden and that the U.S. president had asked to do everything in his power to bring home Grenner and the Americans held in Russian custody.
Additionally, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamara Harris spoke personally with Britney Grenner's wife, Sharyl, to express their support and determination to bring the female basketball player back.
After about 130 days in custody, Brittney Griner is entering the trial and is likely to plead guilty, thereby qualifying to be exchanged by the Russian government or returned to the United States. This is considered the only way for the WNBA basketball star to return home in the near future.
