NYT Taps Michael Cooper as New Politics Editor
March 23, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via Editor and Publisher
The New York Times announces Michael Cooper as its next Politics editor, praising his deep knowledge of the U.S. electoral map, sharp judgment, and tireless drive to break news and probe power dynamics. Cooper anchored live coverage of the 2020 presidential campaign and served as weekend editor during the Trump-Harris showdown, now stepping up as Republicans hold power and Democrats scramble ahead of 2026 midterms. Read more about this...