Kayla Tausche is 39 years old and was born on July 17, 1986, is a well-known American journalist known for her incisive reporting on finance and politics. Kayla has carved out a distinguished career, starting as a young journalist covering mergers and acquisitions before rising to become a Senior White House Correspondent. She gained national recognition during her time at CNBC, where she reported on pivotal financial events like the Facebook IPO and the Brexit vote. 

Now, as a leading correspondent for CNN, Kayla continues to provide in-depth coverage of the U.S. government and major political developments, making her a trusted voice in American journalism.

Find more on Kayla Tausche Wiki and learn about her age, husband, family, education, career, awards, and facts.

Kayla Tausche Wiki & Early Life

Kayla Tausche Wiki
Full NameKayla McCall Tausche
ProfessionJournalist, Correspondent
Age39 years old
Date of Birth17 July 1986
NationalityAmerican
Zodiac/Sun SignCancer
BirthplaceMinneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Current AddressWashington, D.C.

Kayla Tausche Husband, Children

Kayla Tausche with her Husband

Kayla Tausche got married to Jeffrey Jacob Izant on 11th April 2015, who works as a legal professional. The couple is blessed with three beautiful daughters namely, Margaret McCall IzantCatherine Clancy Izant, and  Grace Lincoln Izant.

Relationship StatusMarried
Husband/BoyfriendHusband: Jeffrey Jacob Izant
Children Daughter: Margaret McCall Izant, Catherine Clancy, Izant, Grace Lincoln Izant
Kayla Tausche with her Husband and Kids

Kayla Tausche Family

Kayla Tausche with her Father

Kayla Tausche was born to Karen C. Tausche and Kurt C. Tausche. Her father, Kurt, worked in marketing and public relations, which likely influenced Kayla’s strong communication skills and interest in media. Details about her mother, Karen, and any siblings are not widely available, as Kayla tends to keep her family life private, focusing more on her professional achievements. The influence of her upbringing is seen in her polished approach to journalism and her ability to navigate complex topics with clarity.

Parent’s NameFather: Kurt C. Tausche
Mother: Karen C. Tausche
SiblingsYet to be updated

Kayla Tausche Education

Kayla Tausche did her schooling at Greater Atlanta Christian School. Later she pursued her higher education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Journalism and International Politics. During her time at UNC, Kayla was actively involved in various academic and extracurricular activities, including working for the student newspaper and participating in international study programs. 

SchoolGreater Atlanta Christian School 
Alma MaterUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Highest QualificationB.A. in business journalism & international politics

Kayla Tausche Career

Kayla Tausche began her professional journey with internships at the Associated Press and Bloomberg News, where she honed her skills in business reporting. In 2011, she joined CNBC, where she quickly established herself as a key correspondent, covering major financial events such as the Facebook IPO and the Brexit vote.

Kayla’s expertise and insightful reporting led her to become a Senior White House Correspondent, where she covered the Trump and Biden administrations. 

In July 2023, after over a decade at CNBC, she transitioned to CNN, where she continues to provide comprehensive coverage of U.S. politics as a Senior White House Correspondent. Throughout her career, Kayla has been recognized for her ability to break complex stories and deliver them with clarity, making her a respected figure in journalism.

YearPositionOrganization
2007Reporter, InternAssociated Press 
2008Reporter, InternBloomberg News 
2008-2011Reporter, Assistant EditorDealReporter 
2011-2014CorrespondentCNBC 
2014-2017Co-AnchorCNBC’s Squawk Alley
2017-2023Senior White House CorrespondentCNBC
2020Co-HostCNBC
2023Senior White House CorrespondentCNN

Kayla Tausche Net Worth, Salary

Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.)$3.5 million
Salary (Approx.)$24k to $72k

Kayla Tausche Height, Weight & Physical Stats

Kayla Tausche Height
HeightIn centimeters: 167 cm
In meters: 1.67 m
In feet & inches: 5 feet and 6 inches
WeightIn kg: 50 kg
In lbs: 110 lbs
Hair ColourBlonde
Eye ColourLight brown

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10 Interesting Facts About Kayla Tausche

  1. Kayla began her journalism career with internships at the Associated Press in Brussels and Bloomberg News in New York.
  2. She developed an interest in journalism during high school and pursued it through college.
  3. Before joining CNBC, she reported on mergers and acquisitions for DealReporter in both New York and London.
  4. Kayla is fluent in French, a skill that has helped her in international reporting.
  5. She was one of the key reporters covering the historic Brexit vote for CNBC.
  6. Her father worked in marketing and public relations, which influenced her communication skills.
  7. She was co-anchor of Squawk Alley, focusing on the intersection of technology and Wall Street.
  8. Kayla graduated with honors from UNC-Chapel Hill, where she majored in Business Journalism and International Politics.
  9. She is an avid sports fan, particularly of college basketball.
  10. She received her first job offer from Bloomberg on the same day she graduated from college.

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