Event Brief
Jesse Jackson Secures Release of Lt. Robert Goodman
Filed: Feb 17, 2026 at 8:02 AM ET
Summary: In January 1984, Jesse Jackson successfully negotiated the release of Lt. Robert Goodman from captivity in Syria.
WHO: Jesse Jackson
WHAT: Secured the release of Lt. Robert Goodman
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 7:08 AM ET
WHERE: Syria
WHY: To negotiate the release of an American officer held captive
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