Malphine Fogel, mother of Marc Fogel, expressed immense relief and gratitude towards former President Donald Trump after her son's release from Russian detention on Tuesday. "President Trump assured me he would secure Marc's freedom, and he honored that commitment," she shared in an interview. "I am incredibly thankful for his efforts."

Marc Fogel, a history teacher employed at the Anglo-American School in Moscow, is returning to the United States following negotiations between the Trump administration and Russian authorities. He had been serving a 14-year sentence stemming from an August 2021 arrest at a Russian airport for possessing what his family maintains was medically prescribed marijuana.

Last year, prior to a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Malphine Fogel personally appealed to then-presidential candidate Trump, urging him to remember her son's plight. He reassured her that he would prioritize Marc's return home.

Ellen Keelan (center) and other family members rally outside the White House for the release of Marc Fogel on July 15, 2023, in Washington.   (AP/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Reflecting on her meeting with Trump, Malphine Fogel described him as exceptionally gracious and emphasized his repeated promise to secure her son's release if elected. She believes Trump's involvement was crucial to the successful outcome. In addition to thanking Trump, she also expressed appreciation for Secretary of State Marco Rubio and others who contributed to the effort.

Overwhelmed with joy, Malphine Fogel recounted the surprise of receiving a call from her son informing her of his presence at the Moscow airport, signaling his imminent departure from Russia. She admitted to feeling increasingly optimistic in the preceding days, despite not having heard from Marc for a week. The call came as a welcome shock.

Malphine Fogel, mother of Marc Fogel, opens up about the release of her son from Russian custody and thanks President Donald Trump for 'keeping his promise' on 'America Reports.' (Fox News)

Anticipating her son's arrival in the United States, Malphine Fogel humorously remarked that he would likely be "sore from all the hugs" he'll receive. She expressed the overwhelming joy and disbelief surrounding the situation and predicted that Marc's first action upon returning to American soil would be to "stoop down and kiss the ground."