Paula Reid

Paula Reid is a journalist and attorney who has transitioned from covering the Department of Justice to becoming a Chief Legal Affairs Correspondent, reporting on significant legal and political events across major news networks. After commencing her journalism career at CBS News, joining the Investigative Unit as an intern in January 2010, Paula Reid quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a production secretary for ‘CBS Evening News’ by June 2010. From 2011 to 2014, she served as a digital journalist based in New York before relocating to Washington, D.C., in 2014. As a reporter for CBS News covering the Justice Department, Reid distinguished herself through her in-depth reporting on critical national events.

At CNN, Reid has been instrumental in covering pivotal federal and state investigations, including probes into former President Trump and a Special Counsel investigation into President Biden, consistently contributing to significant news breaks and providing expert analysis on complex legal matters impacting the nation. Recognizing her exceptional contributions, CNN promoted Reid to Chief Legal Affairs Correspondent on October 16, 2023. In this elevated role, she continues to lead the network’s coverage of high-stakes legal and political developments, solidifying her position as a leading authority in legal journalism. Her ongoing work ensures that critical legal proceedings and their implications for the American public are reported with unparalleled depth and clarity.