Some of the efforts by the Trump administration to free Americans have been reported publicly. Elizabeth Whelan told CNN that she too is worried about her brother's continued imprisonment. Foley Foundation executive director Margaux Ewen told CNN that they are slated to meet with incoming national security adviser Jake Sullivan next week. 'We will work tirelessly'Many of the families who spoke to CNN expressed optimism about the continuity of the efforts to free their loved ones. "We will work tirelessly to reunite Americans held unjustly against their will with their families and other loved ones," Price said.

Source: CNN January 01, 2021 14:03 UTC