“I fell in love with US history and American politics and wanted a chance to witness the first draft of today's democracy. My original goal was to cover political conventions and interview presidents and presidential candidates. I've now reported from 12 national political conventions - including the 2024 RNC in my hometown of Milwaukee.” – Charles Benson
Charles is a senior national political correspondent for Scripps News. He is based in Milwaukee and primarily covers Wisconsin politics and presidential races in the battleground state.
Charles first started his career in journalism as a radio reporter in Greenwich, Connecticut. His first TV job took him to Peoria, Illinois. He has also worked in Green Bay and Madison, Wisconsin.
With over 40 years of experience in journalism, Charles was inducted into the prestigious Wisconsin Silver Circle in 2013, a lifetime achievement honor given by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
Charles graduated from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois.
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