Emily Rauhala

Emily Rauhala is a seasoned journalist currently serving as the Congress editor at The Washington Post since June 2021, overseeing the publication's congressional coverage and leading a diverse team of reporters, editors, and visual journalists. Previously, Rauhala was the Brussels bureau chief, where coverage focused on the European Union and NATO amid the geopolitical landscape shaped by Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. From 2015 to 2021, Rauhala worked as a staff writer covering foreign affairs, notably investigating the World Health Organization's response to the coronavirus pandemic, and previously held the position of China correspondent. Rauhala's journalism career began at Time Magazine from 2010 to 2015 in various roles, including Beijing correspondent and associate editor, and also includes freelance reporting for prestigious outlets. Rauhala holds an MS in Digital Media from Columbia University, an MA in International Relations from the University of Toronto, and a BA (Honours) in Politics from Queen's University.