Biden has called Griner's wife, Cherelle, and has pledged that he is working to win her release, the White House said Wednesday.
In an interview with Robin Roberts, Cherelle Griner described the last direct message she had with the basketball star, who can only communicate through letters or lawyers while in a Russian prison."...As I sit here in a Russian prison, alone with my thoughts and without the protection of my wife, family, friends, Olympic jersey, or any accomplishments, I'm terrified I might be here forever," Griner wrote.
"On the 4th of July, our family normally honors the service of those who fought for our freedom, including my father who is a Vietnam War Veteran," the Phoenix Mercury center added."It hurts thinking about how I usually celebrate this day because freedom means something completely different to me this year."
Cherelle Griner originally expressed disappointment in not having direct communication with the White House since the letter was delivered. She said for Brittney to reach out directly to Biden is an indication of just how afraid her wife is about what's next.
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