How Stephanie Ochoa Became a Leading Voice in Political Journalism

Stephanie Ochoa is a seasoned journalist with over a decade of experience covering social and political issues across Mexico, Spain, and the United States. Based in Washington, D.C., since 2020, she serves as the White House Correspondent for Entravision, delivering daily political coverage to local Univision-affiliated stations nationwide.

Throughout her career, Stephanie has reported on major events shaping the U.S. and Latin America, including the 2020 presidential election, nationwide protests against police brutality, and the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. She has also provided in-depth coverage of immigration and border issues, as well as President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s campaign and administration in Mexico. Her work has earned significant recognition. In 2021, she was named an “Emerging Leader” by the Washington Academy of Political Arts and Sciences, and in 2023, she received a Capital Emmy for her reporting on the 2022 U.S. midterm elections. Additionally, her contributions to journalism have been honored by UNESCO as part of an archival project highlighting women journalists covering high-risk issues.

This interview was conducted by Alan Herrera, who oversees AFPC-USA's editorial operations.