ABC News has selected Rick Klein to become the network’s Washington Bureau Chief.
“I have grown up professionally working with the legendary journalists of ABC News in Washington,” Klein said.
“I’m honored to step into the role of bureau chief at this critical time and for the chance to work more closely with my colleagues in Washington and beyond. Our audience depends on us more than ever for straightforward reporting about our government and political institutions — reporting that is essential to our democracy and around the world.”
Klein steps into the role after joining the network in 2007. He worked as a political reporter before becoming the senior Washington editor for World News Tonight. Most recently, he spent 11 years as the political director in the Washington Bureau. Now, he will fill the role recently vacated by Jonathan Greenberger.
“As a seasoned and highly respected journalist, Rick is uniquely qualified to lead our Washington bureau at such a pivotal moment in our nation’s history,” said Debra OConnell, President of Media and Entertainment Distribution at Disney.
“His years of guiding our coverage of the biggest political news events, including five presidential elections, and providing critical analysis across ABC News’ programs and platforms are invaluable to our exceptional team and viewers.”
Klein takes over immediately after the network aired President Joe Biden’s first interview following the most recent presidential debate. In two months, Biden and former President Donald Trump will return for a debate on ABC News.
