Michael Hedges

Michael Hedges is an accomplished journalist with extensive experience in editorial roles across various prominent publications. Currently serving as the Executive Editor at AARP since September 2013, Hedges oversees the AARP Bulletin and AARP Magazine, which boast a combined monthly reach of 38 million readers. Previously, as the Managing Editor at The Washington Examiner from June 2007 to June 2013, Hedges led a team that produced six newspapers weekly, achieving recognition for journalistic excellence and consistently outpacing major competitors on local stories. A background as the National Security Correspondent for the Houston Chronicle and as a National Correspondent for Scripps Howard News Service further underscores Hedges' expertise in investigative reporting, including coverage of national security issues, the Clinton administration, and significant political events. Hedges began a career in journalism as an Investigative Reporter at The Washington Times, where notable investigative work garnered multiple awards.