politico

Politico is an American political digital news organization founded in 2007 that covers politics and policy at the federal level in the United States, as well as internationally, including in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

Key Information

• Focus: The organization provides news, analysis, and opinion, focusing on the federal government, lobbying, media, and policy.
• Business Model: In addition to its free digital content, it offers Politico Pro, a paid subscription service providing specialized policy intelligence, legislative tracking, and directories to government and industry professionals.
• Ownership: It was acquired by the German media company Axel Springer SE in 2021.

Recent Developments

• White House Access: As of September 18, 2026, President Donald Trump announced that Politico, along with CNN and MS Now, is barred from the White House due to his characterization of their coverage as "fake news." Politico stated in response that its reporters would continue to fairly report on the White House.