Prisoner exchange viewed through a political lens Gene Marrano August 2, 2024 1 minute read The 24 people released from Russian prisons yesterday – four headed back to the United States – will be viewed through a political lens with the Presidential election just over three months away. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: VT professor talks Trump’s race comment on Harris’ raceNext: Biometrics technology at ROA should speed check-in process Related Stories Lynchburg to host grand opening of new concert venue today Web Staff April 24, 2026 Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026