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Alex Swoyer

aswoyer@washingtontimes.com

Alex Swoyer serves as The Washington Times' editor-at-large, covering law and politics in Washington. Alex leads "The Sitdown with Alex Swoyer" and her column, "Seen, Heard & Whispered," where she interviews officials and discusses the latest political noise echoing through the nation's capital.
She also hosts a podcast, "Court Watch," showcasing high-stakes legal battles. She has covered presidential campaigns, Capitol Hill, and the Supreme Court for more than a decade.
Originally from Texas, Alex left the Lone Star State to attend the Missouri School of Journalism where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in journalism with an emphasis in broadcast.
After graduating from Ave Maria School of Law in Florida, she decided to leave the courtroom and return to the newsroom with The Washington Times.
She can be reached by email at aswoyer@washingtontimes.com.

Seen, Heard & Whispered

Written by Alex Swoyer, "Seen, Heard & Whispered” is a weekly column taking you inside the conversations happening in Washington’s power corridors, the moves being made and the whispers that explain what’s really going on in the nation’s capital. Email tips to whispered@washingtontimes.com

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The Sitdown with Alex Swoyer

Washington Times' Editor-at-Large Alex Swoyer dives into political and legal news with lawmakers, administration officials and politicos inside Washington.

Court Watch Podcast

The 'Court Watch' podcast breaks down the Supreme Court's major cases and top news stories about the justices, federal courts and perplexing legal battles with key insight from court watchers from both sides of the aisle.

Articles by Alex Swoyer

In this image from video, Sam Vigil speaks from Washington, during the third night of the Republican National Convention on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020. (Courtesy of the Committee on Arrangements for the 2020 Republican National Committee via AP)

Sam Vigil backs Operation Legend after wife shot

Sam Vigil, who lost his wife Jackie after she was shot and killed while in their garage, spoke at the Republican National Convention Wednesday about President Trump's tough on crime agenda and the administration's Operation Legend.

August 26, 2020
Lara Trump walks on stage to tape her speech for the third day of the Republican National Convention from the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) **FILE**

Lara Trump courts women voters at RNC

President Trump's daughter-in-law Lara Trump told Americans that the Trump family is warm, down to earth and a big supporter of women.

August 26, 2020
In this image from video, Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, speaks from Des Moines, Iowa, during the third night of the Republican National Convention on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020.(Courtesy of the Committee on Arrangements for the 2020 Republican National Committee via AP)

Joni Ernst praises Trump support for Iowa farmers

Sen. Joni Ernst told Americans Wednesday that houses and farms were destroyed from the recent derecho in Iowa, slamming the national media for not covering the substantial damage that destroyed about a third of the state's crops.

August 26, 2020
In this image from video, Lou Holtz speaks from Orlando, Fla., during the third night of the Republican National Convention on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020.. (Courtesy of the Committee on Arrangements for the 2020 Republican National Committee via AP)

Lou Holtz backs ‘leader’ Donald Trump at RNC

College football legend Lou Holtz spoke at the Republican National Convention on Wednesday in support of President Trump's re-election, saying he is the right leader for the nation and a proven winner.

August 26, 2020
First lady Melania Trump speaks on the second night of the Republican National Convention from the Rose Garden of the White House, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Melania Trump in RNC speech calls for unity during racial unrest

Melania Trump thanked Americans for taking a chance on her husband -- a businessman with no political experience -- four years ago, and touted his record for another term at the Republican National Convention, delivering the keynote speech on Tuesday night.

August 25, 2020