POLITICO

POLITICO is a prominent American political journalism organization founded in 2007 by former Washington Post journalists John F. Harris and Jim VandeHei. The company has established itself as a major player in political media, known for its in-depth coverage of U.S. politics, policy developments, and elections. POLITICO operates primarily through its digital platform, offering breaking news, investigative reporting, and analysis across various political topics including Congress, the White House, lobbying, and international affairs. The organization has expanded significantly since its founding, launching European editions and developing specialized verticals like POLITICO Pro for policy professionals. With headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, POLITICO employs hundreds of journalists and maintains bureaus in key political centers worldwide. The company's business model combines advertising revenue with subscription services for premium content, particularly through its POLITICO Pro platform that serves government affairs professionals, lobbyists, and corporate clients. POLITICO has won numerous journalism awards and is recognized for its influence in political circles, often setting the agenda for political discourse in Washington D.C. and beyond. The organization continues to evolve with the media landscape, maintaining a strong digital presence while expanding into events, podcasts, and other multimedia formats to engage its audience of political professionals, policymakers, journalists, and politically engaged citizens.