McCaul Celebrates George Glezmann’s Release From Afghanistan

March 20, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — chairman emeritus of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs — issued the following statement on the release of American citizen George Glezmann, who had been held in Afghanistan by the Taliban for more than two years. "I am deeply relieved that George is finally coming home after more than two grueling years of Taliban captivity. President Trump continues to demonstrate a steadfast commitment to bringing Americans home, and I thank his team — including Special Envoy Adam Boehler — and Qatari mediators for the vital role they played securing George’s release. “For years, I’ve advocated for Americans held hostage by the brutal Taliban regime, and I’m thrilled President Trump has now brought both Glezmann and Ryan Corbett home to their families. As we celebrate their return, we also pledge to continue fighting for Mahmood Habibi and all American citizens unjustly detained around the world.” ### Issues : Foreign Affairs