When Jonathan Greenberger left ABC News earlier this year to become the Executive Vice President of Politico, the TV network didn’t have to look far for his replacement. Rick Klein has been elevated to the role of Vice President and Washington D.C. Bureau Chief for the network.
The network announced Klein’s promotion
“I have grown up professionally working with the legendary journalists of ABC News in Washington,” Klein said. “I’m honored to step into the role of bureau chief at this critical time and for the chance to work more closely with my colleagues in Washington and beyond.”
“Our audience depends on us more than ever for straightforward reporting about our government and political institutions,” he continued. “Reporting that is essential to our democracy and around the world.”
Before ascending to his new role with the network, Klein has worked as the Political Director for ABC News, joining the network in 2007 from The Boston Globe.
“As a seasoned and highly respected journalist, Rick is uniquely qualified to lead our Washington bureau at such a pivotal moment in our nation’s history,” said News President Debra OConnell. “His expertise and deep relationships both inside and outside the Beltway are vital to our success as the No. 1 news network in the country.”
