Tara Setmayer is an American journalist and political commentator and host for Independent.
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Best Known For:The television program The Breakdown
Breakthrough:Signed as a National Political Commentator for CNN ahead of the 2016 election cycle, launching her into high-profile in 2014
10 Quick Facts About Tara Setmayer
- Full Name: Tara Setmayer
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Host
- Known For: The television program The Breakdown
- Current Employer: Independent
- Date of Birth: September 9, 1975
- Age: 51 years old
- Place of Birth: Queens, New York
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Marcelle Love
Tara Setmayer Age
Tara Setmayer is 51 years old. She was born on September 9, 1975, and her zodiac sign is Virgo.
Education
She attended George Washington University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science.
- George Washington University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Political Science
- Period: Graduated 1998
Career & Work
Tara Setmayer's career includes sports broadcasting roles with The Lincoln Project and ABC News, a news outlet.
Organization: The Lincoln Project
Role: Senior Advisor and Podcast Host
Period: 2020–Present
Organization: ABC News
Role: Political Contributor
Period: 2017–2020
Details: New York, NY · Appeared frequently as a political analyst and guest co-host on 'The View'.
Organization: CNN
Role: Political Commentator
Period: 2014–2016
Details: New York / Washington · Provided on-air political analysis throughout the 2016 presidential election cycle.
Organization: U.S. House of Representatives
Role: Communications Director
Period: 2006–2011
Details: Served as communications head for Republican Representative Dana Rohrabacher.
Rise to Fame
Tara Setmayer rose to prominence for her role on the digital series The Breakdown.
Notable Works
- Digital Series: The Breakdown (Co-host, 2020-Present) — Weekly political analysis and streaming series produced by The Lincoln Project
Notable Coverage
- 2016 and 2020 US Presidential Elections - CNN / ABC News - Provided prominent anti-Trump conservative political analysis during major cable network election cycles
Tara Setmayer Family & Relationships
Tara Setmayer is married to Marcelle Love.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Tara Setmayer
- Popular As: Tara Lynn Setmayer
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Host
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Mixed
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: September 9, 1975
- Age: 51
- Birthday: September 9
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Place of Birth: Queens, New York
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Marcelle Love
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $80,000–$349,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $406,000–$5,796,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Broadcast employment and related professional work
Related Biographies
- Marcelle Love (Spouse • Husband, married in 2013)
