White House Will Be 'Relentless' In Securing Paul Whelan's Release

The transcript discusses the ongoing efforts by the White House to secure the release of former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan from Russian custody. It highlights a recent virtual meeting between White House officials and Whelan's sister, Elizabeth, to discuss strategies. The transcript also addresses criticism of the prisoner swap involving WNBA star Britney Griner and Russian arms dealer Victor Boot, noting the challenges faced in negotiations with Russia. The U.S. is exploring new offers to bring Whelan home, as he approaches four years in Russian detention on espionage charges.

What challenges did U.S. officials face in negotiating for Paul Whelan's release?

What was the outcome of Paul Whelan's trial in Russia, and how did the U.S. government describe the charges?