Terence Samuel Appointed Usa Today Editor In Chief

Jun 02, 2023•about 2 years ago

Position

Vice President Of Opinion

Company

USA TODAY

Michael McCarter

Mclean

Description

Gannett Co., Inc. today announced veteran journalist and news executive Terence Samuel will join Gannett and lead USA TODAY’s award-winning newsroom as Editor in Chief effective July 10. Samuel will oversee the flagship national publication and guide the next phase of growth and innovation at USA TODAY

Company Information

Company

USA TODAY

Location

Mclean, Virginia, United States

About

Since its introduction in 1982, USA TODAY has been a cornerstone of the national media landscape under its recognizable and respected brand. It also serves as the foundation for our newsroom network which allows for content sharing capabilities across our local and national markets. Through USA TODAY, we deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism to an engaged audience of approximately 75 million unique visitors each month across our digital platforms.

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