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Robert Newport
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Robert Newport is a senior national politics reporter for Times Media Service, based in the Washington bureau. Newport covers the White House, Congress, federal agencies and national policy, focusing on government operations and the political forces shaping federal decisions. Newport holds a master's degree in political science and grew up in Victoria, British Columbia.
Stories by Robert Newport
9 news stories
July 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Sun
News: Politics · United States
Carville blasts far-left Democrats after primary wins, warns of another 2016-style loss
Democratic voters face a shifting party landscape as James Carville warns progressive primary victories could trigger general election losses.
December 2025
1 story: 1 news story
Fri
News: Business and Finance · United States
Two SSI Payments in December 2025: What You Need to Know
November 2025
2 stories: 2 news stories
Thu
News: Crime and Justice · Washington DC
White House Shooting: Afghan Evacuee with CIA Ties Identified
Sat
News: Crime and Justice · Illinois
Manhunt in Little Village After Shots Fired at Border Patrol Agents
October 2025
4 stories: 4 news stories
Sun
News: Election · United States
Jeffries: GOP Gerrymandering Seeks to Rig 2026 Midterms
Wed
News: Military · Illinois
Texas National Guard Deploys to Illinois Amid Chicago Protests
Sun
News: Military · United States
Trump Promises Military Pay Despite Government Shutdown
President Trump vows military personnel will receive full pay and future raises, despite the ongoing government shutdown impacting paychecks. Learn more about the situation.
Sat
News: Politics · United States
Appeals Court Rejects Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order
July 2025
1 story: 1 news story
Sat
News: Politics · Washington DC
2025 Supreme Court Term’s Major Decisions Fully Unveiled