Jim Acosta
Jim Acosta (Abilio James Acosta) was born on April 17th, 1971 and is currently 54 years old. Jim Acosta was born in Washington, DC, USA. Acosta attended James Madison University where he received a bachelor's degree in mass communication.
Jim Acosta is an American journalist and chief domestic correspondent for CNN. He began his career in radio at WMAL in Washington, D.C., and later worked as a reporter for WBBM-TV in Chicago from 2000 to 2001, followed by a correspondent role with CBS News from 2001 to 2003. At CBS, Acosta covered major stories like the Iraq War from Baghdad, John Kerry's 2004 presidential campaign, and Hurricane Katrina.
In 2007, Acosta joined CNN, where he covered the presidential campaigns of Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton the following year. By 2012, he was promoted to national political correspondent and served as CNN's lead correspondent for Mitt Romney's 2012 presidential campaign.
Acosta gained further recognition as CNN’s chief White House correspondent during the Trump administration, often drawing attention for his contentious interactions with President Donald Trump during press briefings. Previously, he had covered the Obama administration as CNN’s senior White House correspondent, even traveling to Cuba to cover President Obama's visit. Acosta was promoted to chief White House correspondent in January 2018.
Jim Acosta authored the book
The Enemy of the People, which became a New York Times bestseller. The book provides a first-hand account of the challenges Acosta faced reporting on the Trump administration, starting from Trump’s inauguration through early 2019. It includes the period when Acosta’s press credential was revoked and later reinstated through a judicial decision.
Acosta details the difficulties faced by journalists labeled "enemies of the people" in Trump's campaign against "Fake News." He shares his perspective on the lack of transparency, bureaucratic dysfunction, and what he perceives as an unprecedented threat to American democracy under Trump. He also recounts encounters with White House figures such as Stephen Miller, Sean Spicer, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, and Steve Bannon, emphasizing the importance of holding the government accountable and the public’s right to truth.
In his book, Acosta also reflects on his personal experiences as a journalist in an often hostile environment, facing threats and enduring verbal abuse from Trump supporters. His vivid writing style and compelling narratives provide an insider’s view of covering one of the most tumultuous periods in modern American politics. He includes reflections on his family’s journey as first-generation Americans, adding a personal touch to his experiences as a White House correspondent.
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Jim Acosta: F.A.Q
When was Jim Acosta Born? How old is Jim Acosta?
Jim Acosta was born on April 17th, 1971. Jim Acosta is currently 54 years old.
Where was Jim Acosta Born?
Jim Acosta was born in Washington, DC, USA and is American.
What was the first book Jim Acosta wrote?
The first book written by Jim Acosta was The Enemy of the People: A Dangerous Time to Tell the Truth in America, published in 2019.
What was the most recent book Jim Acosta wrote?
His most recently released work was The Enemy of the People: A Dangerous Time to Tell the Truth in America on June 11th, 2019.
Will there be any more books by Jim Acosta?
Jim Acosta does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
How many books has Jim Acosta written?
Jim Acosta has written 1 book. All of his books are Non-Fiction Books.