 In a statement, President Biden says Gershkovich was punished despite having committed no crime. He said in part that, you know, Evan didn't do anything wrong. He was targeted by the Russian government because he is a journalist and an American. The president goes on to say that his administration is pushing hard for Evan's release and will continue to do that. He also says that he and the first lady are holding Evan and his family in their prayers.