U.S. Secures Release of Three Wrongfully Detained Americans

The Biden administration has successfully negotiated a prisoner swap with China, resulting in the release of three Americans—Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung—who were wrongfully detained. The White House confirmed that all three are now en route back to the U.S., marking a significant diplomatic achievement for the administration in its final months. Swidan faced a death sentence on drug charges, while Li and Leung were imprisoned on espionage charges. This agreement followed high-level discussions, including a recent meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The swap also involves the release of several Chinese nationals detained in the U.S., although the exact number remains undisclosed. This development highlights the ongoing diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and China regarding human rights and wrongful detentions.