Robert Jimison
Robert Jimison is a reporter and audio producer for The New York Times, based in Washington, D.C. He covers members of Congress across a wide range of domestic, economic, political and foreign policy issues and reports on how decisions made in both the Senate and the House impact lives far beyond Washington. As an audio producer, he has worked on several Times podcasts, including The Headlines, The Daily, The Field and The Latest. He joined The Times in 2020 after covering politics for NPR member station Georgia Public Broadcasting, where he reported on Donald Trump’s first impeachment and the Democratic presidential primary across the Southeast. He previously covered health and produced international news for CNN. Jimison graduated with a degree in political science from Georgia State University. He grew up in Macon, Ga. As a Times journalist, he adheres to the standards of integrity outlined in The Times’s Ethical Journalism Handbook, which means he doesn’t donate to politicians nor participate in political campaigns or causes such as petitions and rallies. Contact him at robert.jimison@nytimes.com.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
92%
Examples:
- Ms. Greene savaged Mr. Johnson, saying he had been ineffective in advancing the ultraconservative agenda that she and other far-right allies hoped to achieve when Republicans took control of the House with a slim majority in the 2022 midterm elections.
- Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene’s announcement was an escalation of threats she has leveled against Speaker Mike Johnson for weeks.
Conflicts of Interest
96%
Examples:
- Dozens of demonstrators who caused the traffic jam at the Golden Gate Bridge were ultimately arrested on Monday. Law enforcement officials said that is how the process is supposed to work, and that people should not take matters into their own hands.
- Let’s just say I think there would be a lot of very wet criminals that would have been tossed overboard – not by law enforcement, but by the people whose road they are blocking.
Contradictions
75%
Examples:
- Greene intends to act under special rules, forcing the House to vote on the motion within two full legislative days.
- Johnson responded by calling Greene’s motion ‘wrong for the Republican Conference, wrong for the institution, and wrong for the country.’
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- How it should be done.
- If they glued their hands to their car or pavement, it’d probably be pretty painful to have their skin ripped off.
- Senator Tom Cotton urged people whose routes were blocked by pro-Palestinian protesters to ‘take matters into your own hands’ and confront the offenders.
Recent Articles
US House Passes Bill Imposing Sanctions on ICC for Proposed Israeli, Hamas Investigations
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024The House of Representatives passed a bill imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its move to seek arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials. The legislation would restrict entry into the US, revoke visas, and impose financial restrictions on anyone involved in investigations related to protected persons or allies of the US at the ICC. The bill is unlikely to become law due to opposition from the White House. 
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep. Thomas Massie Challenge House Speaker Kevin McCarthy: A Battle for Republican Leadership
Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024Two Republican representatives, Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie, plan to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy within six months of his tenure due to accusations of misalignment with conservatives and lack of support for former President Trump. Critics argue Johnson's reliance on Democratic support and funding for Ukraine aid are evidence of this. The outcome is uncertain as Democrats aim to save Johnson from the motion. 
Senator Tom Cotton Urges Citizens to Confront Pro-Palestinian Protesters: A Call for Force or Peaceful Resolution?
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024Republican Senator Tom Cotton urges citizens to confront 'pro-Hamas' protesters blocking roads, leading to arrests and traffic jams in cities like San Francisco and Chicago. Cotton suggests using force against protesters, but law enforcement advises against it and encourages peaceful protesting while respecting others' rights.