Who is Carol D. Leonnig?

Carol D. Leonnig has built a distinguished career as an investigative journalist at The Washington Post, where she has reported since 2000. She focuses on uncovering issues related to government accountability, national security, and presidential authority. Through her in-depth reporting, she has exposed major stories like NSA surveillance practices, misconduct within the Secret Service, and high-profile Justice Department investigations. Her dedication has earned her multiple Pulitzer Prizes.

In addition to her work at the Post, Leonnig has written several best-selling books that delve deeper into the subjects she covers. She regularly shares her insights on television and radio, offering expert analysis and commentary on current events. Her contributions have solidified her reputation as a leading voice in investigative journalism.

Carol D. Leonnig’s age and birthday

She was born circa 1966 in Upper Marlboro, located in Prince George’s County, Maryland.

Height and weight

D. Leonnig has hazel eyes and brown hair.

Carol D. Leonnig educational background

Carol graduated from Bryn Mawr College in 1987. Prior to that, she attended Queen Anne School, a now-closed college preparatory institution in Maryland.

Carol D. Leonnig dating life, spouse and children

She married John Reeder, who previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The couple has spent many years together, keeping the specifics of their wedding and dating history private. They live in Washington, D.C., where they raise their two daughters and enjoy a fulfilling family life.

Nationality and ethnicity

She is an American and identifies as white. She was born and grew up in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

Career

D. Leonnig has earned a strong reputation as an investigative journalist through her work at The Washington Post, where she has served as a staff writer since 2000. She launched her journalism career at The Philadelphia Inquirer in 1989, then moved on to The Charlotte Observer. At the Observer, she covered city government and the state legislature before becoming the paper’s Washington correspondent.

At The Washington Post, Leonnig began by reporting on corruption within the District of Columbia government. She then expanded her focus to federal courts, the Bush administration, and national security topics. Her work has played a key role in revealing government misconduct, including exposing NSA surveillance programs and failures within the Secret Service.

Leonnig’s investigative efforts have earned her multiple Pulitzer Prizes, highlighting her significant contributions to journalism. She won the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service in 2014, followed by National Reporting awards in 2015 and 2018. In addition to her reporting, she has co-authored books on presidential security and government accountability, solidifying her position as a leading figure in investigative journalism.

Carol D. Net worth and salary

She has a net worth of $450,000 and generates an annual salary of $108,000.

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