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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