 But it was also a place that had been cast aside and forgotten by America's ruling class in Washington. J.D. Vance last night to Russia now in the closed-door espionage trial of U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich. He attended a trial session for a second day today. Closing arguments will be held Friday, says the court. The charges he faces are denied by him, his employer, and the U.S. government.