On November 9, it was reported that Brittney Griner was being moved to a Russian penal colony. The basketball player’s lawyers told the Washington Post that they don’t know her whereabouts. “In accordance with the standard Russian procedure the attorneys, as well as the U.S. Embassy, should be notified upon her arrival at her destination,” they said, adding that the transfer can take up to two weeks. Penal colonies are known for their harsh living conditions, per CNN, and authorities are deeply concerned for Griner’s safety.
“Every minute that Brittney Griner must endure wrongful detention in Russia is a minute too long,” White House Press Secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, tweeted when the news about the penal colony transfer broke out. She mentioned that President Biden and his administration will make sure that the living conditions improve to ensure the safety of Griner’s health.
Fans have also spoken out about the matter. “What they’re doing to Britney Griner is so beyond cruel,” one person tweeted. Another fan tweeted about how it’s unfair that the basketball player has played in Russia numerous times and they can still do this to her. “Thinking endlessly about Brittney Griner,” another person tweeted. “Two weeks of unknown whereabouts en route to a Russian penal colony possible in Siberia. I just can’t.”
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