Rep. Stevens Statement on White House Meeting with Families of Paul Whelan and Brittney Griner    

Washington, DC– Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) released the following statement ahead of President Biden’s meeting with the sister of her constituent, Paul Whelan, and wife of WNBA star, Brittney Griner, Americans wrongfully detained in Russia: 

“This afternoon, President Biden will meet with the families of Paul Whelan and Brittney Griner, Americans wrongfully detained in Russia. This level of recognition from the White House meets the moment that we are in. Paul has already had nearly 4 years stolen from him, and Brittney has had almost 7 months stolen from her. They do not deserve to spend another minute used as political pawns and must be reunited with their loved ones immediately. This Administration and the Congress are firm in our resolve - we will not relent until Russia gives up their inhumane games and returns Paul and Brittney home.”