Chinese-American Pastor David Lin Freed After 18 Years

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Breaking:** After nearly two decades, Chinese-American pastor David Lin is finally released from prison! Here's what you need to know:

  • Lin was detained in 2006 for attempting to establish a Christian training center in Beijing.
  • Convicted of fraud in 2009, he spent 18 long years in jail.
  • The U.S. government and his family have always dismissed the charges as baseless.
  • Lin's daughter, Alice, was diagnosed with cancer and urged for his release in April.
  • His release comes after a visit by U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan to Beijing in late August.
  • Over 200 other U.S. nationals are still being held in China.

Welcome home, Pastor Lin!

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