Robert Costa

Robert Costa

Keynote Speaker: CBS News Chief Election & Campaign Correspondent

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Robert Costa Biography

Robert Costa is the Chief Election & Campaign correspondent for CBS News, where he covers national politics and American democracy. Based in Washington D.C., he is a regular contributor to the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell," "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," "CBS Mornings," and "Sunday Morning," as well as to CBS News Streaming programs such as "America Decides." As part of his coverage, Costa has interviewed high-profile leaders ranging from Vice President Kamala Harris to Congresswoman Liz Cheney to presidential candidates.

Before joining CBS News in 2022, Costa and reporting legend Bob Woodward co-wrote "Peril," which was published by Simon & Schuster (a division of Paramount Global) in September 2021. The book documented the tumultuous transition between the Trump presidency and the Biden presidency and was a No. 1 New York Times bestseller. It was also cited in congressional subpoenas issued by the House committee investigating the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.

From 2014 to 2021, Costa was a national political reporter at The Washington Post, where he worked with colleagues on numerous investigations and covered Congress, the White House, and campaigns. He served as a lead host of "Post Live," the Post's live interview series featuring his in-depth conversations with newsmakers such as Senator Bernie Sanders, Vice President Mike Pence, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and actress Jane Fonda.

Costa served as the moderator and managing editor of "Washington Week" on PBS from 2017 to 2020. The respected prime-time news program, which features discussions with top national reporters on Friday nights, is one of the longest-running shows on television. During Costa's tenure, The Associated Press called the broadcast "satisfyingly wonkish and amid a TV sea of partisan megaphones ... especially important."

From 2015 to 2020, Costa was a political analyst for NBC News and MSNBC, appearing on "Morning Joe," "Today," "Meet the Press" and "The 11th Hour," among other programs. Costa holds a bachelor's degree with honors from the University of Notre Dame, where he is a former trustee, and a master's degree in politics from the University of Cambridge. During the 2022-2023 academic year, Costa served as a non-resident scholar at the University of Virginia's Center for Politics where his work focused on American democracy and journalism.

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Robert Costa Speaking Topics

Inside Trump's Washington: The Rise and Stall of an Outsider President

Robert Costa Videos

Peril -- Featuring Bob Woodward and Robert Costa
Robert Costa's 2018 American University SPA Commencement
Robert Costa, Inside Trump's Washington

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What topics does Robert Costa speak about?

Robert Costa is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Political, Journalism, News & Media, Government and Broadcasting.

Where does Robert Costa travel from?

Robert Costa generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Robert Costa is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Political, Journalism and News & Media. The estimated speaking fee range to book Robert Costa for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Robert Costa generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Nia-Malika Henderson, Norman Ornstein and Asma Khalid. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Robert Costa for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/05/2024.

Robert Costa Speaking Topics

  • Inside Trump's Washington: The Rise and Stall of an Outsider President

Robert Costa Videos

Peril -- Featuring Bob Woodward and Robert Costa
Robert Costa's 2018 American University SPA Commencement
Robert Costa, Inside Trump's Washington

Robert Costa Reviews

  • Robert was great! Our group really enjoyed his insight and he was very generous with his time, staying afterwards to speak with the long line of guests who wanted to get a word with him.
    Bryan Cameron Education Foundation - Apr 30 2024

  • Mr. Costa was beyond generous with his time. What a quality individual and an awesome journalist with CLASS! The membership totally enjoyed his presentation and I was equally impressed with his kindness and time.
    National Council on Teacher Retirement - Oct 15 2018

  • How do I book Robert Costa to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Robert Costa for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Robert Costa, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Robert Costa or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Robert Costa for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Robert Costa, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Robert Costa are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Robert Costa, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Robert Costa speak about?

    Robert Costa is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Political, Journalism, News & Media, Government and Broadcasting.
  • Where does Robert Costa travel from?

    Robert Costa generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Robert Costa?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Robert Costa for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Robert Costa for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Robert Costa or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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