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Cody Combs

Cody Combs

Technology Policy Editor
Washington, DC
Cody Combs is Technology Policy Editor for The National, where he reports on the innovations and trends that will be impacting our world for years to come. Cody explores topics such artificial intelligence, consumer technology, societal trends, energy and climate, as well as other topics we probably can’t imagine yet. He has an extensive background in reporting and content creation, and is constantly looking for new ways to tell stories through the use of various platforms. Previously, Cody worked in the United States as a broadcast journalist and an investigative reporter. He earned his master’s degree in journalism from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Before pursuing his master’s degree, he worked at CNN’s Washington Bureau.
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