Mara Liasson

Mara Liasson joined NPR in 1985 as a general assignment reporter and newscaster, quickly establishing herself in the dynamic landscape of Washington politics. Prior to her tenure at NPR, Liasson honed her journalistic skills as a reporter for The Vineyard Gazette and as a freelance radio and television reporter in San Francisco, alongside serving as managing editor and anchor for ‘California Edition,’ a nightly news program for California Public Radio, and contributing to Berkeley’s KPFA. Demonstrating a commitment to in-depth reporting, she was awarded a Knight-Bagehot Fellowship in Economics and Business Journalism at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, attending from September 1988 to June 1989. Upon her return, Liasson served as NPR’s congressional correspondent from 1989 to 1992, providing comprehensive coverage of legislative affairs.

Further showcasing her versatile expertise, Liasson has been a respected contributor to Fox News Channel since 1997, appearing on prominent programs such as ‘Special Report with Bret Baier’ and ‘FOX News Sunday.’ She also lent her insights as a panelist for WETA-TV’s ‘Washington Week.’ As a seasoned and highly respected voice in political journalism, Mara Liasson continues to be a go-to source for understanding the intricacies of the White House, Congress, and broader national political trends. Her decades of experience, coupled with her nuanced reporting and analytical depth across multiple platforms, solidify her position as a leading authority, making her an invaluable resource for audiences and industry professionals seeking insightful commentary on the evolving political landscape.