Kelsey Snell

Kelsey Snell is a prominent journalist and the Senior Editor for Congress at NPR, where she has been instrumental in covering congressional policy since October 2017. With nearly 15 years of experience in political reporting, she has previously worked for major outlets like The Washington Post, Politico, and National Journal.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Senior Congressional Editor at NPR (2017 - Present)
  • Focuses on budget, tax, economics, and fiscal policy.
  • Known for producing long-form analysis and breaking news on Capitol Hill.
• Previous Positions:
  • Reporter at The Washington Post (2015 - 2017)
    • Led coverage on tax reform and contributed to various political analyses.
  • Economics and Budget Reporter at National Journal (2010 - 2012)
    • Covered complex economic issues, including the Farm Bill.
  • Intern at NPR (2010)
    • Assisted with story research and production.

Education

• Master's Degree in Journalism from Northwestern University (2009-2010)
• Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, English, and Journalism from DePaul University (2002-2006)

Kelsey Snell's expertise lies in her ability to handle sensitive political stories through careful source cultivation, making her a respected figure in political journalism.123