jonathan swan

Jonathan Swan is an Australian-American investigative journalist known for his incisive political reporting and interviews with prominent figures, including two in-depth interviews with former U.S. President Donald Trump. After gaining recognition for an investigative series that exposed misuse of taxpayer money by politicians, leading to new rules governing entitlements and expenses, Jonathan Swan moved to the United States in 2014 for a one-year fellowship with the American Political Science Association. He began his career in American political journalism in 2015 at The Hill newspaper in Washington before joining Axios in 2016, shortly before its founding.

In January 2023, Swan transitioned to The New York Times, joining as a White House reporter. He covers the administration of President Donald J. Trump, having extensively reported on all three of his campaigns, his first term, and his activities post-presidency. Swan remains committed to delivering compelling and accurate political analysis, consistently working for readers to hold powerful individuals accountable.

Building on his extensive career in American journalism, Swan became an American citizen in 2024, further solidifying his dedication to the political landscape he covers. His work at The New York Times continues to provide critical insights into the highest levels of U.S. government, maintaining his reputation as a leading investigative journalist and interviewer of prominent figures.