Childhood and Education Journey of Jen Psaki in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Jen Psaki. From birth to education, explore key events.

Jen Psaki is an American political analyst and former government official. A Democrat, she served in various roles under the Obama administration, including White House Deputy Press Secretary, White House Deputy Communications Director, State Department Spokesperson, and White House Communications Director. She served as the White House Press Secretary for the Biden administration until May 2022. She also worked as a political contributor for CNN and currently hosts the talk show "Inside with Jen Psaki" on MSNBC.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1904: Emigration of Psaki's Grandfather

In 1904, Jen Psaki's paternal grandfather emigrated from Greece.

1910: Birth of Sylvester J. Dailey and Genevieve Lambert

In 1910, both Sylvester J. Dailey and Genevieve Lambert, Jen Psaki's maternal grandparents, were born.

1916: Birth of Raoul Psaki

In 1916, Raoul Psaki, Jen Psaki's paternal grandfather, was born.

December 1, 1978: Jen Psaki's Birth

On December 1, 1978, Jennifer Rene Psaki was born. She would later become a prominent political advisor and White House Press Secretary.

1978: Psaki's Birth in New York City

In 1978, Jen Psaki was born in New York City to Eileen (née Dolan) Medvey and Dimitrios "James" R. Psaki.

1996: Graduation from Greenwich High School

In 1996, Jen Psaki graduated from Greenwich High School.

2000: Graduation from College of William & Mary

In 2000, Jen Psaki graduated from the College of William & Mary with a degree in English and sociology.

August 2021: Mention of Afghanistan Withdrawal

August 2021 marked the withdrawal from Afghanistan by the Biden Administration, which became a topic for a later interview with Jen Psaki.

June 2024: Psaki Agrees to Interview

In June 2024, Jen Psaki agreed to appear before the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

July 13, 2024: Psaki Endorses Kamala Harris

On July 13, 2024, Jen Psaki endorsed Kamala Harris for president, expressing her full support.

July 26, 2024: Psaki Appears Before House Committee

On July 26, 2024, Jen Psaki appeared before the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs for a transcribed interview about the Biden Administration's withdrawal from Afghanistan.