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Sara Phillips

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Sara Phillips is a senior national politics reporter for Times Media Service, based in the Washington bureau. Phillips covers national politics and policy, including federal government decisions and how those decisions affect Americans across the country. Phillips holds a master's degree in public policy and grew up in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Stories by Sara Phillips

12 stories

  1. August 2026

    1 story: 1 explainer

  2. Thu

    Explainer · Politics · Washington DC

    DOJ memo may shield Trump communications with private advisers from scrutiny

    Public and congressional access to Donald Trump's talks with private advisers could be restricted under a new Justice Department legal opinion.

  3. July 2026

    6 stories: 1 analysis, 3 explainers, 2 news stories

  4. Wed

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Trump eulogizes Lindsey Graham at National Cathedral, calling him ‘a force of nature’

  5. Tue

    Explainer · Politics · Washington DC

    Why Biden’s pardon does not settle the fight over Fauci’s Senate testimony

  6. Thu

    Explainer · Food and Dining · Florida

    Burger King explains its new manager role and Whopper guarantee after customer feedback campaign

    Burger King is launching a new manager role and Whopper Guarantee in Florida and nationwide to improve customer service after recent feedback.

  7. Sun

    Explainer · Transportation · United States

    What travelers need to know about the Gordie Howe bridge opening July 27

  8. Thu

    News: Business and Finance · United States

    Toyota to invest $3.6 billion in San Antonio expansion, shift Tacoma production to Texas

  9. Tue

    Analysis · Business and Finance · United States

    Walmart and Sam’s Club cut summer prices nationwide as Trump claims credit

    Walmart and Sam's Club are lowering prices on thousands of summer staples across the U.S. to attract budget-conscious shoppers.

  10. June 2026

    3 stories: 3 news stories

  11. Sun

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Duck boat overturns in Cambridge, injuring passengers near Charles River ramp

  12. Sat

    News: Travel · United States

    Viral Alberta grizzly video offers warning for hikers in Kananaskis bear country

  13. Thu

    News: Politics · United States

    Senate rejects Kaine Iran war powers resolution after Trump meets with Republicans

  14. November 2025

    1 story: 1 news story

  15. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Social Security COLA 2026: 2.8% Increase for 71 Million

  16. October 2025

    1 story: 1 news story

  17. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Government Shutdown May Delay 2026 Social Security COLA Announcement