After Brittney Griner received a nine-year sentence in Russian court Thursday, President Joe Biden reiterated the stance the U.S. government has taken in recent months.
It’s “one more reminder of what the world already knew: Russia is wrongfully detaining Brittney,” Biden said in a statement.
“It’s unacceptable, and I call on Russia to release her immediately so she can be with her wife, loved ones, friends and teammates. My administration will continue to work tirelessly and pursue every possible avenue to bring Brittney and Paul Whelan home safely as soon as possible.”
