Freed American Paul Whelan thanks lawmakers for bringing him home during Capitol Hill visit
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Paul Whelan, after five years in Russian custody, expressed gratitude for the bipartisan effort that secured his release, emphasizing the hope for those still detained.
Whelan revealed that he spent his final days in solitary confinement, counting the days in prison, yet remained thankful for how he's now home, despite the challenges ahead.
In his address, he asserted that the U.S. is committed to supporting wrongfully detained Americans globally, showing solidarity with those still languishing in foreign prisons.
Whelan noted his appreciation for the team and individuals behind the scenes who worked tirelessly to secure his release, acknowledging their impacts in his journey home.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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