President Joe Biden said that the U.S. is serious about pursuing a prisoner exchange for American journalist Evan Gershkovich detained in Russia. The Kremlin suggested earlier this month that it was open to a possible prisoner swap that could involve Gershkovich. In Washington, Gershkovich’s family have sought to keep the spotlight on his detention. At a National Press Club event on Thursday, Gershkovich’s sister, Danielle, described the emotional toll from her brother’s captivity. “I just try to take it day-by-day. It still feels unreal sometimes. For my parents, it’s a full-time job.” Danielle Gershkovich just received a letter from her brother, who has been detained for more than 100 days. The Wall Street Journal reporter was arrested in late March on espionage charges, allegations which he and his employer have denied.
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