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Eugene Daniels is a distinguished journalist currently serving as a Senior Washington Correspondent for MSNBC and the co-host of The Weekend.

He joined MSNBC full-time in early 2025, having previously contributed to the network during his time as White House Correspondent at Politico and co-author of the influential Playbook newsletter. During his time at Politico, Daniels covered the midterms, the Democratic presidential primary, and the general election through print, video, journalism, and podcasts. During the country’s reckoning with race in 2020, Daniels moderated Politico's “Confronting Inequality” Town Hall series that examined how inequities in policing, housing, healthcare, education, and employment permeate and plague the United States. He recently completed his term as president of the White House Correspondents' Association.

Prior to Politico, Daniels covered elections and national politics as a political reporter at Newsy, after starting his career in local television in Colorado Springs. As an engaging moderator and compelling keynote speaker, Daniels shares his unparalleled perspective on culture and diversity, what’s to come in U.S. politics and policy, and how the media and voters are making sense of the headlines.

 


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Eugene Daniels Moderates Balanced Political Conversations

MSNBC's Senior White House Correspondent, EUGENE DANIELS draws on his vast experience in the political sphere to moderate timely and topical conversations. Daniels is frequently praised as a moderator who keeps the conversation flowing and fair, as well as entertaining for audiences. ...

MSNBC's Senior White House Correspondent, EUGENE DANIELS draws on his vast experience in the political sphere to moderate timely and topical conversations. Daniels is frequently praised as a moderator who keeps the conversation flowing and fair, as well as entertaining for audiences.

Breaking Barriers, Changing Stories: My Journey in Media and Politics

As one of the few Black, openly gay journalists covering the White House, EUGENE DANIELS shares his personal journey of breaking barriers in political reporting. Through candid reflections and powerful storytelling, he highlights why diverse voices matter, how representation changes narratives, and ...

As one of the few Black, openly gay journalists covering the White House, EUGENE DANIELS shares his personal journey of breaking barriers in political reporting. Through candid reflections and powerful storytelling, he highlights why diverse voices matter, how representation changes narratives, and what it means to lead with authenticity in spaces of influence.

Breaking Down the Headlines

EUGENE DANIELS is in-demand as MSNBC's Senior White House Correspondent, Co-Host of The Weekend, President of the White House Correspondents' Association, and more. Audiences trust and resonate with Daniels’ analysis and insights about what today’s big issues mean in the bigger picture, and what’s n ...

EUGENE DANIELS is in-demand as MSNBC's Senior White House Correspondent, Co-Host of The Weekend, President of the White House Correspondents' Association, and more. Audiences trust and resonate with Daniels’ analysis and insights about what today’s big issues mean in the bigger picture, and what’s next in Washington.

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Eugene Daniels makes waves as co-host of MSNBC’s The Weekend

EUGENE DANIELS is breaking barriers and sparking conversations as one of the first Black and openly gay men to co-host a cable news show. Since stepping into his role on MSNBC’s The Weekend Eugene Daniels’ reporting has closely followed Vice President Kamala Harris, including analysis of her new book and political positioning. He also leads discussions with top mayors on how local leaders can safeguard their cities in moments of national turmoil. Offscreen, Daniels continues to inspire as a sought-after speaker, returning to his alma mater Colorado State University to deliver a powerful commencement address on resilience, empathy, and navigating imposter syndrome. With his trademark candor and curiosity, Daniels bridges politics and people, offering fresh insight into the forces shaping America’s future.

Eugene Daniels is in demand for his talents as a moderator

White House Correspondent EUGENE DANIELS draws on his vast experience in the political sphere to moderate timely and topical conversations. As a journalist who covered the 2016 and 2020 elections through print, video, and podcasts, Daniels is known for his ability to moderate conversations from opposite sides of the aisle and host a productive, educational conversation that honors everyone’s opinions. He is well-versed in handling delicate conversations, exemplified by how he moderated Politico’s Confronting Inequality Town Hall series that examined how inequities in policing, housing, healthcare, education and employment permeate and plague the United States during the height of the country’s reckoning with race in 2020. Daniels is frequently praised as a moderator who keeps the conversation flowing and fair, as well as entertaining for audiences.

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Eugene Daniels Once Questioned if He Could Be 'Taken Seriously.' Now He's MSNBC's Newest Host (Exclusive) - People Magazine
He’s the Face of a White House Press Corps Under Attack by Trump - The New York Times
Eugene Daniels To Take Full-Time Role At MSNBC - Deadline
Exclusive: MSNBC's Eugene Daniels to Give Commencement Speech at Alma Mater - AdWeek
Eugene Daniels named as Senior Washington Correspondent, 'Weekend' co-host [video] - MSNBC
Jonathan Capehart and Eugene Daniels Make LGBTQ History at MSNBC - GLAAD
Clout Chasing with Eugene Daniels - Dumb Gay Politics Podcast
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Eugene Daniels is a distinguished journalist currently serving as a Senior Washington Correspondent for MSNBC and the co-host of The Weekend.

He joined MSNBC full-time in early 2025, having previously contributed to the network during his time as White House Correspondent at Politico and co-author of the influential Playbook newsletter. During his time at Politico, Daniels covered the midterms, the Democratic presidential primary, and the general election through print, video, journalism, and podcasts. During the country’s reckoning with race in 2020, Daniels moderated Politico's “Confronting Inequality” Town Hall series that examined how inequities in policing, housing, healthcare, education, and employment permeate and plague the United States. He recently completed his term as president of the White House Correspondents' Association.

Prior to Politico, Daniels covered elections and national politics as a political reporter at Newsy, after starting his career in local television in Colorado Springs. As an engaging moderator and compelling keynote speaker, Daniels shares his unparalleled perspective on culture and diversity, what’s to come in U.S. politics and policy, and how the media and voters are making sense of the headlines.

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