 because he is a journalist and an American. The statement went on to say, we are pushing hard for Evan's release and will continue to do so. And Biden added, there is no question Evan was wrongfully detained and that journalism is not a crime. The president went on to say that since the very first day of his administration, he's had no higher priority than seeking the release and safe return of Americans held in Russia and elsewhere. Linda Kenyon, CBS News, Washington.