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Grace Panetta

Political reporter (She/Her)

I’m Grace Panetta, a political reporter at The 19th covering the candidates, issues and voters that power our elections. My journey in political journalism began at the end of my sophomore year of college, where I took an internship on Business Insider’s politics desk that turned into a full-time job. I got to cover lots of big stories while honing a beat on elections and voting rights.

Four years, a pandemic and a presidential election later, I joined The 19th to cover campaigns up and down the ballot and abortion rights ballot measures, centering the voters and advocates who make it all happen.

I graduated from Barnard College in the class of 2020. I’m a proud New England native and live in Washington, D.C. — though I can be easily persuaded to say yes to spontaneous concerts and weekend trips. If I’m not spending my weekend with friends, I’m probably in an airport, chain hotel or rental car in a battleground state near you.

My work is free to consume and free to republish because of contributions from readers like you. A donation of $19 goes a long way toward sustaining our nonprofit newsroom.

Contact gpanetta@19thnews.org

Latest from Grace Panetta

Maine’s Senate race could help decide control of Congress

2026 elections to watch: Republican Sen. Susan Collins, who has won even as her state has trended increasingly Democratic, has indicated she plans to run again.

Grace Panetta · July 17, 2025
In Illinois, an open Senate seat draws a historic field of primary candidates

2026 elections to watch: Illinois' primary election is expected to draw national interest and tens of millions in outside spending.

Grace Panetta · July 17, 2025
Women have long fought to protect the Florida Everglades, the site of 'Alligator Alcatraz'

President Donald Trump visited the new migrant detention center being built in a biodiversity-rich area that environmentalists like Marjory Stoneman Douglas have worked to preserve.

Grace Panetta · July 1, 2025
Zohran Mamdani pulled off a political upset running on affordability

Mamdani won the primary with a focus on policies including lowering housing costs and universal child care. Here's where he stands on key issues.

Grace Panetta · June 25, 2025
Cuomo concedes to Zohran Mamdani in New York City mayoral primary

The 33-year-old Democratic socialist thwarted the comeback attempt by the former governor, at least for now.

Grace Panetta · June 24, 2025
Deadly shootings in Minnesota have shaken abortion providers

The suspected shooter had a list of targets that included abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood affiliates and employees.

Shefali Luthra, Grace Panetta · June 18, 2025
Cuomo resigned amid sexual harassment accusations. He's back on the ballot.

His comeback campaign for New York City mayor has gained traction — as reforms meant to support survivors have stalled.

Grace Panetta · June 16, 2025
Rep. Melissa Hortman, killed in targeted attack, was a champion for Minnesotan families

Hortman worked closely with Gov. Tim Walz to enact policies that prioritized children and expanded protections for abortion and gender-affirming care

Grace Panetta · June 14, 2025
Rep. Mikie Sherrill is New Jersey Democrats' pick for governor

Her win means women candidates will lead 2025’s two biggest statewide elections.

Grace Panetta · June 10, 2025
Case of a brain-dead pregnant woman kept on life support is ‘gut-wrenching,’ advocates say

Adriana Smith’s case is the latest instance in which Georgia’s six-week abortion ban and its impacts on Black women have raised serious concerns.

Grace Panetta, Barbara Rodriguez · May 16, 2025