Brittney Griner released in prisoner swap for Russian arms dealer
Posted on AllSides December 8th, 2022
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WNBA star Brittney Griner has been freed in a prisoner swap between the U.S. and Russia and is in the custody of U.S. officials, President Biden said Thursday.
Driving the news: In exchange for Griner, the U.S. has freed convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, according to multiple media reports.
"Moments ago I spoke to Brittney Griner. She is safe. She is on a plane. She is one her way home," Biden tweeted Thursday, alongside photos of Griner's wife, Cherelle Griner.
Catch up quick: Griner was arrested in February after Russian authorities said they found a vape cartridge with hashish...
