But Putin had invaded Ukraine and wanted some high-profile leverage, if one of his generals was captured. That's about the sum and substance of it. She's entered a guilty plea, to get to a verdict. . . and be eligible for a diplomatic swap.
I don't care who we give up -- she deserves to be. . . home. The way pay (doesn't) work in the WNBA, most players play off-season in the EU or Russia to earn a living commensurate with their formidable talents. In any event, here's NPR on the latest:
. . .There has been chatter in Washington and Moscow about a possible prisoner swap involving Griner and a Russian national imprisoned in the U.S. Citing confirmation from an official source, Russian state agency Tass previously reported that discussions had centered on the notorious convicted arms dealer Viktor Bout, also known as the "Merchant of Death. . . ."
Russia has said there will not be a potential prisoner swap until after a verdict has been reached. . . .
C'mon, Joe -- and Kamala -- let's get our girl. . . home, already.
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