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Former President Donald Trump has called for the release of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich from a Russian jail, stating in an interview with Time magazine that "The reporter should be released and he will be released." Gershkovich, 32 years old, was detained in Russia on March 29, 2023, while working as a journalist, accused of espionage, an allegation denied by him, the Journal, and the U.S. government. Despite efforts by the State Department and President Biden to secure his release, including a rejected appeal in a Moscow court, Gershkovich remains in detention, with a trial date set for at least June 30.
Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, expressed regret for not speaking out earlier, citing a busy schedule. He emphasized his positive opinion of Gershkovich, calling him "a very brave young man." Trump, known for his relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin, contrasted his approach with Biden's, promising to secure Gershkovich's release if elected.
The White House, in response, highlighted Biden's efforts in bringing Americans wrongfully detained abroad back home, including ongoing work for Gershkovich's release. The Journal expressed optimism about bipartisan support for Evan's release and urged for immediate action.
Gershkovich's case marks a troubling development, as he is the first American journalist held in Russia on espionage allegations since the Cold War. Efforts are reportedly underway for a potential prisoner exchange involving Gershkovich and another American detainee in Russia. Putin has previously expressed openness to such exchanges.
In the same interview, Trump outlined a prospective second-term agenda, including extending tax cuts and adopting a more aggressive immigration stance. He reiterated his promise to pardon those involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, and hinted at potential violence depending on the fairness of future elections. Democrats criticized Trump's remarks, calling them dangerous and un-American.
On the topic of abortion, Trump avoided a direct answer about vetoing a national abortion ban, instead emphasizing states' rights. He declined to comment on a Florida abortion referendum and promised a statement on the abortion drug mifepristone, amid ongoing Supreme Court discussions on the medication's accessibility.
Biden's campaign responded, condemning Trump's abortion comments and framing the upcoming election as crucial for women's reproductive freedom in the United States.