Behind the scenes of what it took to get Brittney Griner home

Cherelle Griner, President Biden and Vice President Harris (ADAM SCHULTZ/THE WHITE HOUSE)

For 293 days, Cherelle Griner prayed, pleaded and pressed for the safe return of her wife. Since February 17, Brittney Griner had been held in Russian custody, separated from the family, team and country she loves and represents…