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Congressman Aderholt Announces Americans Andy Huynh and Alex Drueke Have Been Freed

September 21, 2022

Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt announced the news that Americans captured in Ukraine, Andy Huynh and Alex Drueke, have been freed according to Andy’s family.

“The family of Andy Huynh has informed my office that the two veterans have been freed from their captivity in eastern Ukraine,” said Congressman Aderholt.  “My office is working to get more information from the United States Department of State about the health of these men and how soon they will be brought home to their families in the U.S.”

“I want to say how thankful and relieved I am that they have been freed.  Having met with Joy and Darla Black, I know they are beyond relieved and excited for this news.  I know we all look forward to seeing them back safely, on American soil.”

According to the family of Andy Huynh, Andy and Alex are currently at the U.S. Embassy in the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh where they are undergoing a medical evaluation.