Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he plans to leverage his relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin to secure the release of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich. Trump, who is running for re-election in November, spoke confidently about Gershkovich’s imminent release.
“Evan Gershkovich, the Reporter from The Wall Street Journal, who is being held by Russia, will be released almost immediately after the Election, but definitely before I assume Office. He will be HOME, SAFE, AND WITH HIS FAMILY,” Trump posted on his Truth Social account. He further emphasized, “Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, will do that for me, but not for anyone else, and WE WILL BE PAYING NOTHING!”
Russia authorities arrested Gershkovich in March 2023 on espionage charges. Gershkovich, his employer, and the Biden regime have all vociferously denied that he is a spy. Russian government officials alleged that the reporter possessed sensitive information pertaining to a “Russian defense enterprise.” He has been detained in a Moscow prison for over a year with no formal trial date established.
In an interview in April, Trump also expressed confidence in his ability to secure Gershkovich’s release. “And here’s a difference between me and Biden: I’ll get him released,” Trump said.
