Politics Reporter, Campaigns & Elections

Job description

The Philadelphia Inquirer is looking for an enterprising reporter to join our team covering the 2026 and 2028 elections in the key swing state of Pennsylvania. This Philadelphia-based reporter will work in partnership with our statehouse correspondent in Harrisburg to break news on the closely watched contest between Gov. Josh Shapiro and Treasurer Stacy Garrity, which will have major implications for the 2028 cycle. The ideal candidate will be able to balance breaking news and enterprise reporting on candidates, the electorate and the issues shaping the race. The role also includes covering election administration and key statehouse and congressional races in Philadelphia’s collar counties. This reporter will be able to identify trends across races and anticipate the issues that are motivating voters in these key counties, leading on-the-ground coverage as Shapiro and Garrity compete for votes in the crucial collar counties. Beyond November, this reporter will play a key role in election coverage as Pennsylvania prepares for a 2028 cycle when the state is poised to help decide both the presidency and control of the U.S. Senate. What You’ll Do: - Consistently break news on the two...