Joe Scarborough

Former Congressman Joe Scarborough (R-Fla.) serves as host of “Morning Joe,” weekdays from 6-9 a.m. ET on msnbc.  “Morning Joe” features interviews with top newsmakers and politicians and in-depth analysis of the day’s biggest stories.

Previously, Scarborough hosted “Scarborough Country,” in primetime on msnbc.

Prior to the launch of “Scarborough Country” in April 2003, Scarborough was the publisher and editor of the award-winning newspaper “The Florida Sun.”

Joe Scarborough served as a member of Congress from 1994-2001.  While in office, he served on the Judiciary Committee and the Armed Services Committee. After leaving Congress, he was named by President Bush to the President’s Council on the 21^st Century Workforce, where he served with Labor Secretary Chao, national labor officials and business leaders. Scarborough is a member of Beggs and Lane, the oldest law firm in Florida.

Joe in his own words About me I am currently the host of Morning Joe (WHICH AIRS AT 6/5c ON MSNBC). Before TV, I served in the U.S. Congress from 1994-2001. I moved around quite a bit growing up. Born in Atlanta, I lived in Meridian, MS and Elmyra, NY before my family settled in Pensacola, FL, where I have lived since. I spent most of my wasted youth playing music and sports, playing quarterback for Pensacola Catholic High and spending all my free time writing and recording original music. I went to the University of Alabama as an undergraduate, where I was blessed to get to watch the great Paul 'Bear' Bryant coach his final seasons. After graduating I went to Law School at the University of Florida. I practiced law until I was compelled to run for public office in 94. I emerged from a crowded field of five Republicans and took the seat from an 18 year incumbent, becoming the first Republican to represent my district since 1873. During my time in congress I was fortunate to have to opportunity to serve on the Armed Services, Judiciary, Government Reform, and Education committees.

Scarborough resides in Florida with his wife, Susan, and their children.