PHILADELPHIA — The White House announced today that President Obama plans to free the more than 300 prisoners/Eagles fans who still remain locked away in the old Veterans Stadium jail. Thestadium itself was knocked down in 2004, but it was leveled so the jail remained intact — leaving prisoners in place, many of whom were held without charges.
The decision comes after years of urging by vice president Joe Biden, a lifelong Philadelphia sports fan. The president reportedly decided to close the prison and free those inside as an outgoing favor to his friend and political partner. Biden confirmed the decision today in brief comments to reporters.