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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

5 stories

  1. December 2025

    1 story: 1 news story

  2. Fri

    News: Business and Finance · United States

    Two SSI Payments in Dec 2025: Get Your Jan 2026 Benefits Early

    SSI recipients will receive two payments in December 2025, with the January 2026 benefit paid early. Discover how the 2026 COLA impacts your SSI payment schedule.

  3. November 2025

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  4. Thu

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    National Guard Shooter: Rahmanullah Lakanwal’s CIA Ties

  5. Sat

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Manhunt in Chicago: Border Patrol Agents Shot in Little Village

  6. October 2025

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  7. Sun

    News: Election · United States

    Hakeem Jeffries Rigged Elections: Election Denier Debate Heats Up

  8. Sat

    News: Politics · United States

    Appeals Court Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Order