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Trump Welcomes Marc Fogel to White House After “Fair Deal” Wins His Release from Russian Prison

HeadlineFeb 12, 2025

U.S. schoolteacher Marc Fogel has arrived in the United States after his release from a Russian prison, following three-and-a-half years in captivity after he was charged with carrying a small amount of medical marijuana. President Trump welcomed Fogel to the White House Tuesday night and said Russia would free another U.S. prisoner on Wednesday — without giving their name. Asked what Russia got in exchange, Trump said a “fair deal,” but would not elaborate.

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