Melina Khan is a national trending news reporter for USA TODAY, covering the day’s most talked‑about stories with a focus on entertainment and politics.
She reports on fast‑moving news at the intersection of Hollywood and D.C., from celebrity happenings and reality TV updates to explainers on policy and finance.
Previously, Melina covered breaking and trending news for the USA TODAY Network’s New England publications. Her byline has appeared in publications including CNBC, NBC and POLITICO. A Massachusetts native, she holds a master’s degree in journalism from Boston University and a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Quinnipiac University.
Outside of work, Melina can usually be found rapt in a good book, trying a new restaurant or binge-watching a Bravo show. True to her New England roots, Melina loves a Dunkin' iced coffee all year round and will always let you know when there's a deal to be found.
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