Congressional Reporter

Semafor is seeking a proven, news-hungry Washington reporter to join our growing DC team. This reporter will cover Capitol Hill with a focus on the political, policy, and legislative priorities of the US House, and its engagement with the Trump administration across all of the above.

Requirements

• Approximately 3 or more years of professional reporting experience, ideally covering Capitol Hill
• A demonstrated ability to break news and build sources in Washington, including on the Hill, at the White House, or within federal agencies
• Strong news judgment and a sharp instinct for identifying the next big political or policy story
• A versatile reporter who can move beyond the story-of-the-day and spot broader themes shaping Washington
• Clear, authoritative writing style with the ability to explain complex policy and political dynamics to a sophisticated audience
• Intellectual curiosity, ambition, and the drive to thrive in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial newsroom
• Openness to approaching coverage from different angles and bringing fresh perspectives to established Washington beats

Benefits

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy