A. Scott Bolden serves as a political contributor for NewsNation. He joined the network in February 2024.
Currently, Mr. Bolden serves as a Partner at Reed Smith LLC, one of the world’s most acclaimed international law firms, where he has worked on some of the most high-profile cases fighting for racial justice.
As a nationally acclaimed attorney, legal commentator, and political analyst, he has appeared on several major networks to offer his insights on prominent legal issues.
Throughout his career, he has earned several awards and honors such as the National Bar Association’s Equal Justice Award, Savoy Magazine’s Top 100 Most Influential Lawyers, and more.
Mr. Bolden graduated from Morehouse College and later at Howard University School of Law. He serves at both of his alma maters, as Secretary to the Morehouse College Board of Trustees and a distinguished member of the Board of Visitors at Howard University School of Law. He is also a lifetime member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.