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( NewsNation ) — Former Chinese hostage Mark Swidan says he is still struggling every day almost a year after his return to the United States.

Speaking in his first television interview since being released in November 2024 as part of a prisoner swap, Swidan detailed his experience to “ Elizabeth Vargas Reports ” after the remaining living Hamas hostages were released.

“You’re starting off from scratch at 50 years old now,” Swidan said, referring to his 12-year absence from the U.S.

Swidan was accused of drug trafficking and ultimately sentenced to death twice before the United Nations and Biden administration worked to secure his rele

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