Jake Tapper

Journalist and author, CNN anchor

Jake Tapper - Journalist and author, CNN anchor
Born

March 12th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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This individual has worked as a journalist for several notable news organizations, including CNN, where responsibilities included serving as the chief Washington correspondent and leading anchor for 'CNN Newsroom'. Also authored books focused on political issues and American history. Previous roles included reporting for ABC News and working as a White House correspondent.

Anchored 'The Lead with Jake Tapper' on CNN

Authored 'The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor'

Served as chief Washington correspondent for CNN

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