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Jen Psaki

Jen Psaki is an American political analyst and former government official who served in senior communications roles in the Obama administration and as White House press secretary under President Joe Biden from 2021 to 2022.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jen Psaki is an American political analyst, television host, and former government official. She served as the 34th White House press secretary under President Joe Biden from January 2021 to May 2022. After leaving government, she joined MSNBC as a political commentator and host of her own interview program.

Early life and education

Psaki was born in Stamford, Connecticut, and graduated from Greenwich High School in 1996. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English and sociology from the College of William & Mary in 2000.

Government career

She worked in Democratic politics and later held communications posts in the Obama administration, including White House deputy press secretary, White House communications director, and State Department spokesperson. She became White House press secretary in the Biden administration in January 2021.

Media career

After leaving government in 2022, Psaki joined MSNBC as a television host and political commentator. Her current program is an interview show on the network, titled "The Briefing with Jen Psaki."

Personal life

Psaki is married to Gregory Mecher, a political aide and communications professional. Public biographical sources identify them as having children together.

Key facts

  • Served as the 34th White House press secretary from January 2021 to May 2022.
  • Held communications roles in the Obama administration, including White House communications director and State Department spokesperson.
  • Joined MSNBC after leaving the Biden administration and hosts a political interview program.
  • Born on December 1, 1978, making her 47 years old as of 2026.
  • Graduated from the College of William & Mary in 2000 with a degree in English and sociology.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jen Psaki?
Jen Psaki is an American political analyst, television host, and former government official who served as White House press secretary under President Joe Biden.
How old is Jen Psaki?
She was born on December 1, 1978, which makes her 47 years old as of 2026.
What is Jen Psaki doing now?
She hosts MSNBC’s political interview program, currently titled "The Briefing with Jen Psaki."
Was Jen Psaki a White House press secretary?
Yes. She served as the 34th White House press secretary from January 2021 to May 2022.
Who is Jen Psaki married to?
She is married to Gregory Mecher, a political aide and communications professional.
Where did Jen Psaki go to college?
She attended the College of William & Mary, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in English and sociology in 2000.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jen_Psaki
    Supports: Birth date, education, government roles, and White House press secretary tenure.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Jen-Psaki
    Supports: Birth date, education, current MSNBC role, and marriage to Gregory Mecher.
  3. Archives of Women's Political Communication — https://awpc.cattcenter.iastate.edu/directory/jen-psaki
    Supports: Government career timeline and education.
  4. People — https://www.people.com/jen-psaki-7569983
    Supports: Transition to MSNBC and current hosting role.
  5. Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service — https://politics.georgetown.edu/profiles/jen-psaki/
    Supports: Current MSNBC hosting role and prior White House press secretary position.
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6754660/bio/
    Supports: Marriage to Gregory Mecher and children.