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Crime fears drive South America's sharp turn to the right

By Carrie Kahn,

Daniel Estrin

Published December 28, 2025 at 7:07 AM CST

From tough-on-crime politics to uneasy ties with Washington, Latin America's year-end story is one of a decisive rightward turn, insecurity at home and a more complicated relationship with the US.

Carrie Kahn

Carrie Kahn is NPR's International Correspondent based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Kahn's reports can be heard on NPR's award-winning news programs including All Things Considered, Morning Edition and Weekend Edition, and on NPR.org.

Daniel Estrin

Daniel Estrin is NPR's international correspondent in Jerusalem.