Arash Aalaei
Independent Iranian-American journalist based in Washington, D.C. covering Congress.
Followed By Millions
Journalist
Media Producer
Digital Broadcaster
Congress Correspondent
Arash Aalaei
Independent Iranian-American journalist based in Washington, D.C. covering Congress.
Followed By Millions
Journalist
Media Producer
Digital Broadcaster
Congress Correspondent
Explore Me
Hello, I’m Arash
Hello, I’m Arash
An Iranian-American journalist based in the heart of Washington, D.C. I founded Capitol Report to serve as an independent media platform that bridges the gap between Western policy and Persian reality.
By combining my direct access to U.S. lawmakers with real-time, boots on the ground insights from inside Iran.
An Iranian-American journalist based in the heart of Washington, D.C. I founded Capitol Report to serve as an independent media platform that bridges the gap between Western policy and Persian reality.
By combining my direct access to U.S. lawmakers with real-time, boots on the ground insights from inside Iran.
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Journalist
Two decades on the Hill. Your direct line to Congress.
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Media Producer
Driving digital engagement through 40+ hours of strategic video content every month.
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Congress Correspondent
Congressional Correspondent with a proven track record of breaking news and securing key interviews with Members of Congress.
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Digital Broadcaster
Bilingual Digital Broadcaster: Delivering 3+ hours of daily live video content in Persian and English across all major platforms.
1
Journalist
Two decades on the Hill. Your direct line to Congress.
2
Media Producer
Driving digital engagement through 40+ hours of strategic video content every month.
3
Congress Correspondent
Congressional Correspondent with a proven track record of breaking news and securing key interviews with Members of Congress.
4
Digital Broadcaster
Bilingual Digital Broadcaster: Delivering 3+ hours of daily live video content in Persian and English across all major platforms.
From Congress to the streets of Tehran, Capitol Report connects the decisions made in Washington to their real world impact, without filters, without delay
From Congress to the streets of Tehran, Capitol Report connects the decisions made in Washington to their real world impact, without filters, without delay
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Where to Find Me
Where to Find Me
Career
My Way
The journey to becoming who I am today wasn’t easy, and I look back on every step with love. Below are my key roles.
Co-Founder, CEO
The Capaitol Report
2024 → Now
Co-Founder, CEO
The Capaitol Report
2024 → Now
Co-Founder, CEO
The Capaitol Report
2024 → Now
Congressional reporter
Iran International News Agency
2019 → 2024
Congressional reporter
Iran International News Agency
2019 → 2024
Congressional reporter
Iran International News Agency
2019 → 2024
Senior Manager, Creative Director
US Department of State
2016 → 2019
Senior Manager, Creative Director
US Department of State
2016 → 2019
Senior Manager, Creative Director
US Department of State
2016 → 2019
Media Procuder
The Voice Of Amerrica News Agency
2008 → 2016
Media Procuder
The Voice Of Amerrica News Agency
2008 → 2016
Media Procuder
The Voice Of Amerrica News Agency
2008 → 2016