Eliana Johnson

Eliana Johnson is an accomplished journalist and editor, serving as the Editor-in-Chief of the Washington Free Beacon, bringing extensive experience from roles at POLITICO, National Review, Fox News, and the Council on Foreign Relations. After being promoted to Washington Editor for National Review in August 2014 and subsequently leading the organization’s extensive 2016 election coverage, Eliana Johnson solidified her reputation as a formidable voice in political journalism. Her foundational experience included roles as a staff reporter for The New York Sun, where she specialized in higher education, and as a research associate at the Council on Foreign Relations. Johnson also gained valuable production experience earlier in her career at the Fox News Channel, building a robust understanding of media operations.

She is a familiar face on NBC’s Meet the Press, CBS’s Face the Nation, ABC’s This Week, and the PBS News Hour, providing astute political analysis. Eliana Johnson continues to lead the Washington Free Beacon, ensuring its dedication to maintaining exacting journalistic standards and a commitment to holding power accountable. Her work consistently reflects an emphasis on fact-based reporting and the pursuit of truth, making her a trusted and respected figure in contemporary political discourse. Through her leadership and consistent media contributions, Johnson maintains a significant impact on shaping public understanding of national issues, further cementing her position as a preeminent editor and commentator.