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Jackie Northam

NPR international affairs correspondent reporting on the protests in Iran, their economic drivers, and the regime's response including security crackdowns and government actions.

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Jan 12, 2026 • 14min

Minnesota ICE, Iran Protests, DOJ Subpoenas Federal Reserve

Jason DeRose, an NPR reporter focused on religion and local affairs, discusses rising tensions in Minneapolis after an ICE shooting, highlighting community vigils and resistance. Jackie Northam, an international affairs correspondent, delves into the escalating protests in Iran, detailing the regime's violent crackdown and protesters' frustrations. Scott Horsley, the White House and economics correspondent, explains the Justice Department's subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve, raising concerns about political pressure on interest rate decisions and Chairman Jerome Powell's response.
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Dec 31, 2025 • 15min

U.S. Strikes Inside Venezuela, Iran Protests, Flu Cases Surge

Franco Ordóñez, NPR White House correspondent, discusses the implications of the U.S. strike inside Venezuela, highlighting congressional oversight issues and risks of civilian casualties. Jackie Northam, an international affairs correspondent, covers the widespread protests in Iran driven by inflation and regime crackdowns, pondering the potential threat to the government. Gabriela Emanuel, health reporter, explains the surge in flu cases linked to a new strain, emphasizing low vaccination rates and public health recommendations to combat the outbreak.
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Feb 18, 2026 • 13min

US & Iran Plan To Meet Again, CBS: Colbert & Cooper, Social Media On Trial

Bobby Allen, NPR tech reporter covering Zuckerberg's trial over social media harms. David Folkenflik, NPR media correspondent on CBS corporate shakeups and Colbert-Cooper disputes. Jackie Northam, NPR international correspondent with on-the-ground Iran reporting. They discuss Iran-US talks and regional tensions. They cover CBS internal turmoil and a high-profile media dispute. They preview Zuckerberg testifying in a major trial.
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Mar 5, 2026 • 13min

Iran War Expanding, Khamenei Successor, China Mediates Middle East War

Jennifer Pack, NPR China correspondent in Beijing, on why China is sending a special envoy. Jackie Northam, NPR international affairs correspondent, on who could succeed Iran’s supreme leader. Ruth Sherlock, reporting near the Turkey–Iran border, on Iranians fleeing and civilian accounts. They discuss regional spillover, succession contenders, and Beijing’s diplomatic calculations in short, focused conversations.
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Jan 10, 2026 • 15min

Minneapolis Protests ICE Shooting; Protests in Iran; States Preparing for Midterms

Sergio Martinez Beltran, a local reporter from Minneapolis, shares gripping firsthand accounts of community protests following the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good. He delves into the ongoing trauma within the Somali community and the targeting by federal agents. Meanwhile, Jackie Northam, an NPR international affairs correspondent, provides insights into the widespread protests in Iran, fueled by economic collapse and government crackdowns. She discusses the growing unrest, protest slogans, and the uncertain fate of regime stability, painting a vivid picture of these significant global issues.

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