WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Michael Cloud (R-TX) released the following statement regarding the news that Bryan Hagerich, one of the four Americans being detained in Turks and Caicos, would be free to return to the United States:

“We are grateful to hear that Turks and Caicos will be releasing Bryan shortly and allowing him to reunite with his family.

This is the outcome that we had hoped for following our recent visit to the country and ongoing conversations with officials.

We remain engaged and hopeful for the speedy release of Sharitta, Ryan and Tyler.”