Dasha Burns, one of the most talked-about political journalists of recent years, has just solidified her position at the center of power in Washington.
The reporter, known for her incisive work covering U.S. elections, assumed in 2025 the role of White House Bureau Chief and Chief Playbook Correspondent at Politico, one of the most influential media outlets in the American capital.
Burns, who gained national prominence during her tenure at NBC News, where she worked as a political correspondent from 2016 to 2025, now leads daily coverage of the U.S. government, expanding her visibility during one of the most polarized moments in American politics.
In addition to her role at Politico, Dasha Burns was chosen as the inaugural host of C-SPAN’s new program “Ceasefire,” dedicated to debates on national security, governance, and bipartisan efforts — content highly sought after by audiences interested in geopolitics and White House affairs.
Born in Ukraine and raised in the United States, Burns graduated from the University of California, Berkeley and began her career at CNN, before becoming one of the most recognized reporters covering topics such as presidential elections, foreign policy, and exclusive interviews with key figures in Washington.
The journalist gained wide attention in 2022 after her interview with John Fetterman, then a Senate candidate, which sparked discussions about health, accessibility, and transparency in politics. The episode boosted her search popularity and cemented her name in the political landscape.
With her new role at Politico and her constant presence on C-SPAN, Dasha Burns is now one of the most searched and influential journalists covering the White House, reinforcing her rising trajectory in American journalism.
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