Appearing on CNN with broadcaster Erin Burnett on Wednesday, Fogel said in his first national interview the conditions imposed by the Russian government were “diabolical.” Released in February 2025, Fogel faces constant reminders of how long he spent trapped in Russia and the challenges he faces readjusting to daily life in America. “Just readjusting, the first few months were… It was hard to leave the house sometimes. It was hard to just go out and be overwhelmed at a grocery store,” Fogel told Burnett. “I remember one time going and paying for some groceries I bought, and she wanted me to tap. And I had never done the tap with the credit card. Click the link in bio for more. #marcfogel #butlercountypa #recovery #prison #russia cnn