Chicago TV Station Adds Political Reporter with ‘Command of the Political Landscape’

By Paul Greeley

Brandon Pope has joined WFLD, the Fox-owned station in Chicago, branded as FOX 32 Chicago, as a political reporter, covering the people, policies and institutions shaping Chicago, Illinois and the Midwest.

“Brandon brings a deep understanding of Chicago, a strong command of the political landscape and a real ability to connect policy decisions to the people they affect,” said Sean O’Heir, Vice President of News Content & Programming, FOX Chicago. “His experience, perspective and commitment to thoughtful reporting make him a terrific addition to the FOX 32 team.”

Pope brings more than a decade of experience covering politics at the local and national levels. Since 2012, he has reported from Chicago and key battleground states including Michigan and Wisconsin, covering elections, government and the issues impacting communities across the region.

Throughout his career, Pope has worked across television, radio, digital and print, with reporting and commentary featured by the Chicago Sun-Times, WBEZ, Block Club Chicago, Ebony Magazine and The Root.

Paul Greeley is the manager and a writer for News Blues.

He can be reached at Paul@NewsBlues.com or 817-578-6324.