In her struggle for freedom from detention in Russia, WNBA star Brittney Griner now has another big name in her corner: former U.S. ambassador to the U.N. Bill Richardson.
While Richardson's direct role in Griner's case was first reported this week, he suggested at his involvement in an interview with ABC's Linsey Davis following Reed's release last week.
On Tuesday, Griner's 75th day in Russian custody, the State Department said it would reclassify her case as a"wrongful detention," signaling the U.S. would now play a more active role in negotiating for her release. "We do often partner with various individuals and organizations on these cases," Price added."We welcome all of those efforts that are coordinated closely with us that might help to seek the safe release of any American who's unjustly detained around the world."In this Oct. 8, 2021, file photo, Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury warms up before Game Five of the 2021 WNBA Playoffs semifinals against the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas.
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