- Expertly breaks down the politics, policies, and key figures shaping decisions on Capitol Hill
- More than ten years of experience covering Congress and national politics
- Translates complex political issues into clear, engaging narratives that resonate with a wide range of audiences
- Has spent years interviewing top lawmakers and reporting from the frontlines of Congress for outlets like CNN and Politico
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About Melanie Zanona
Download ProfileMelanie has over a decade of experience reporting on Congress and national politics, interviewing countless high-ranking officials and covering some of the most consequential stories in Washington — including two presidential impeachments, historic battles over the speakership and the Capitol insurrection.
As an NBC News White House Correspondent, Melanie is focused on reporting about the power, people and politics driving Capitol Hill. Prior to joining NBC News, Melanie was a senior congressional reporter for Punchbowl News. She is a proud Chicago native and University of Illinois graduate.
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Speech Topics
Download TopicsPolitics, policies, players and power struggles that dominate Congress and the White House: As a twelve year veteran of the congressional press corps, Melanie can discuss and deliver key insights and behind-the-scenes details about what’s really happening in the backrooms and corridors of power.
Broader national politics and political trends: The evolution of the GOP under Donald Trump and the Democratic Party’s ongoing search to find a way out of the political wilderness.
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