Congress considers law named after Michigan’s Paul Whelan to provide financial compensation for returning hostages

Congress is considering a bill named after Michigan's Paul Whelan to provide financial compensation to returning hostages who face difficulties reintegrating.
When Paul Whelan was released from Russian custody, he had to start over with no support. Congress is looking at a bill to change that.
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