Brittney Griner’s wife called for the release of former US marine Paul Whelan from Russian captivity, in a heartfelt social media post thanking people for support while her wife was detained.
Cherelle Griner, wife of WNBA star Brittney Griner, speaks after President Joe Biden announced Brittney Griner's release in a prisoner swap with Russia on Dec. 8, 2022, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington.called for the release of former US marine Paul Whelan from Russian captivity, in a heartfelt social media post thanking people for support while her wife was detained.
“I appreciate each and every one of you! Let’s continue to use our hands, voices, platforms, and resources to bring Paul and all Americans home,”
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