Who are the Americans freed in a Russian prisoner swap? And, Simone Biles is GOAT

August 02, 2024
Reporter Evan Gershkovich hugs his mother Ella Milman, left, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., following his release as part of a 24-person prisoner swap between Russia, the U.S. and several other countries on Thursday. Looking on at right is Elizabeth Whelan, sister of released prisoner Paul Whelan.

Americans were welcomed home last night after the largest prisoner exchange between the West and Russia since the end of the Cold War. And, Simone Biles secures her GOAT status at the Olympics.

(Image credit: Alex Brandon)



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