Politico was founded in 2007 by two former Washington Post reporters, John Harris and Jim VandeHei, who saw an opportunity to create a news outlet dedicated to covering the fast-paced world of American politics. The idea behind Politico was to provide readers with real-time, in-depth reporting and analysis on the key issues, debates, and power dynamics shaping the political landscape in the United States. Today, Politico is owned by Axel Springer, a German media conglomerate, which acquired the company in 2021. Based in Arlington, Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C., Politico covers a wide range of political news, including federal elections, congressional activities, White House policies, and the inner workings of government agencies. While the website's primary focus is on national politics, it also occasionally reports on state and local political developments that have broader implications. In addition to news coverage, Politico features opinion pieces, investigative reports, and interviews with political figures, policymakers, and industry experts. One interesting fact: Politico is known for its innovative use of technology and data to enhance its political reporting. The website has developed a range of interactive tools and visualizations, such as its “Politico Caucus“ feature, which allows readers to track the latest polling and sentiment data on key political issues and races.