Rodman's trip to Russia drews Biden Administration response

Dennis Rodman planned a trip to Russia to aid jailed NBA star Brittney Griner

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The plan got response from Biden Administration on Monday during a press

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The former NBA star told earlier that he is planning a trip to Russia to seek Griner’s release.

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“We believe that anything other than negotiating further through the established channel is likely to complicate and hinder those release efforts,”:State Department spokesperson Ned Price

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Price also made it clear that Rodman will not be traveling on the US government's behalf

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Griner is in Russia's custody since February

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The player got arrested at Moscow-area airport for allegedly carrying Hashish oil

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“put forward a substantial proposal to Russia to seek the freedom of Paul Whelan or Brittney Griner.” Price

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