Leigh Ann Caldwell serves as Chief Washington Correspondent for Puck News, specializing in Congress, politics, and White House coverage. Her reporting career spans major outlets, marked by Emmy and other awards for high-stakes political stories.
Early Life and Education
Born around 1977-1978 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Caldwell excelled in distance swimming, earning a four-year scholarship to North Carolina State University. She graduated in 2000 with a BA in Communications and Political Science.
Career Highlights
Caldwell began as a freelance journalist in New York after graduation, winning an award for coverage of 9/11 rebuilding. Key roles include NBC News (2014-2022), where she earned an Emmy for her January 6 Capitol attack reporting and covered Trump’s impeachments, shutdowns, and Supreme Court confirmations.
Recent Roles and Impact
She joined The Washington Post in 2022 as co-author of the “Early 202” newsletter and “Washington Post Live” anchor, departing for Puck in January 2025. Caldwell frequently appears on CNN, MSNBC, and other networks, recently discussing the 2026 midterms and congressional power shifts.
Notable Awards
- Emmy for January 6 coverage (NBC News).
- Joan Shorenstein Barone Award for congressional reporting on sexual harassment (2018).
- Radio Television Digital News First Amendment Clarity Award (2018 midterms).
