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Biography

Ella Lee covers courts and justice for The Hill, with a focus on cases tinged by national politics. Her reporting spans the legal battles of former President Trump and other prominent political figures, the U.S. Supreme Court and the aftermath of the Capitol riot. Before joining The Hill, she worked at USA Today as a political reporter covering Congress, elections and justice. She reported on the monthslong seditious conspiracy trials of the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys after Jan. 6, and covered young voters at length during the 2022 midterm elections. A Chicagoland native, her work has appeared in the Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Tribune and additional local publications. She studied journalism and American politics at DePaul University, where she served as managing editor of its student newspaper, The DePaulia.

Content

Total articles 15992

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  Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons spark several surprises

  By Ella Lee Verified

  Apr. 13, 2025

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  Appeals panel looks for middle ground on CFPB dismantling

  By Ella Lee Verified

  Apr. 10, 2025

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  Trump must face Central Park Five defamation suit, judge rules

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  Apr. 10, 2025

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The Hill

The Hill is a Washington, D.C.-based newspaper and digital media company founded in 1994 and owned by Nexstar Media Group since 2021. It specializes in nonpartisan reporting on U.S. politics, policy, business, and international relations, with a strong focus on Congress, the presidency, and election campaigns. The publication attracts around 32 million monthly online viewers and offers a print edition distributed free in Washington, D.C., including to congressional offices. The Hill provides real-time political news, analysis, and commentary through its website, featuring sections dedicated to campaigns, executive branch coverage, and the impact of policy on business. It also publishes a compact-format daily newspaper when Congress is in session and offers multimedia content, including blogs from lawmakers and contributors. The Hill primarily serves political professionals, such as lawmakers and lobbyists, as well as general readers interested in U.S. politics.