Casey Wooten
About Casey Wooten
Casey Wooten is a House Leadership Reporter at National Journal, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in journalism, particularly in agriculture policy and legislation, having previously reported for Bloomberg BNA and served as an intern at the Student Press Law Center.
Current Role at National Journal
Casey Wooten serves as the House Leadership Reporter at National Journal, a position held since 2017. In this role, Wooten focuses on legislation and regulation, providing timely updates on policy issues. He is responsible for filing breaking news for the web and crafting enterprise stories for the overnight edition. His work involves regular engagement with lawmakers and staffers to ensure accurate reporting on the latest developments in Congress.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining National Journal, Casey Wooten worked at Bloomberg BNA as a Reporter from 2012 to 2017. During his tenure, he covered agriculture and tax issues, contributing to the Daily Report for Executives. His earlier experience includes a role as a Project Assistant at King & Spalding from 2008 to 2009 and an internship at the Student Press Law Center in 2007. Wooten also served as an energy and banking reporter at the Houston Business Journal.
Educational Background
Casey Wooten holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Political Science from the University of Houston, which he completed from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education at American University, where he earned a Master of Arts in Journalism and Public Policy from 2012 to 2013. This academic background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his reporting career.
Expertise in Agriculture Policy
Wooten began covering the agriculture beat in March 2016, leveraging his experience from Bloomberg BNA. His reporting includes a focus on agriculture policy, where he has developed a deep understanding of the issues affecting this sector. His expertise allows him to provide informed insights into legislation and regulatory matters related to agriculture.
Houston Native
Casey Wooten is a native of Houston, Texas. His background and experiences in Houston have influenced his career in journalism, particularly in his reporting on energy and banking issues during his time at the Houston Business Journal.