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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

6 stories

  1. December 2025

    1 story: 1 news story

  2. Fri

    News: Government

    Two SSI Payments December 2025: Dates & What It Means

    Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive two payments in December 2025. Learn why January 2026's benefit is paid early, not extra, and what it means for your finances.

  3. November 2025

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  4. Thu

    News: Government

    Rahmanullah Lakanwal Shoots Guards Near White House

  5. Sat

    News: Government

    Manhunt in Little Village: Shots Fired at Border Patrol Agents

  6. Fri

    News: Government

    US State Dept. Revokes 80K+ Visas in 2025 Amid Trump Crackdown

  7. October 2025

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  8. Sun

    News: Government

    Hakeem Jeffries Argues Gerrymandering Not “Rigged Elections” on CBS

  9. Sat

    News: Government

    US Appeals Court Blocks Trump Birthright Citizenship Order