Rally Demands Marc Fogel's Release from Russian Detention

Family, Friends, and Colleagues Unite for Imprisoned American

Western Pennsylvanians to Join Protest at White House

A landmark prisoner exchange between the United States and Russia has sparked hope for the release of Marc Fogel, an American citizen who has been languishing in a Russian jail since August 2021. In response to this glimmer of progress, a group of Western Pennsylvanians will gather at the White House on Saturday, August 2, 2024, at 4:49 AM to rally for Fogel's swift return home.

Fogel's family, friends, and colleagues have endured an agonizing wait for his freedom. They have worked tirelessly to raise awareness about his unjust detention, which stems from the discovery of a small amount of medical marijuana in his luggage at a Moscow airport. Despite repeated pleas from the American government and international human rights organizations, Russian authorities have refused to release him.

The rally at the White House will serve as a powerful reminder of the urgency of Fogel's case. Attendees will carry signs, chant slogans, and engage with government officials to demand that the Biden administration prioritize his release. The event is organized by a coalition of local activist groups and individuals who believe that Fogel deserves to be reunited with his family and friends, where he can receive proper medical care and rebuild his life.