Maggie Haberman

Maggie Lindsy Haberman is a distinguished American journalist and one of the most renowned political reporters of our time. Currently serving as a White House correspondent for The New York Times and a political analyst for CNN, Haberman’s insightful coverage has significantly shaped the understanding of American politics. With a career that began in 1996 at the New York Post, she honed her skills while covering City Hall before moving on to major political events, including the 2008 U.S. presidential campaign.

In 2015, Haberman joined The New York Times as a political correspondent, where her reporting focused on the 2016 U.S. presidential election. She quickly gained recognition for her incisive analysis and breaking news stories, forming a powerful journalistic alliance with Glenn Thrush. Her work has earned her a reputation as “the highest-profile reporter” covering Donald Trump’s presidency, reflected in her significant citations in the Mueller report and her unique ability to gain insights into Trump’s administration.

Throughout her career, Haberman has received numerous accolades for her outstanding reporting. In 2018, she was honored with the Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting, shared with colleagues for their groundbreaking work on the Trump administration. She also received the Aldo Beckman Award for Journalistic Excellence and the Front Page Award for Journalist of the Year, underscoring her substantial contributions to political journalism.

In addition to her reporting, Haberman published the best-selling book “Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America” in 2022. This work not only details Trump’s presidency but also provides deep context, demonstrating her skill at illuminating complex political dynamics. Haberman’s expertise, commitment to truth, and ability to engage with pivotal political narratives make her an invaluable voice in the field of journalism.