Bob Ortega

Bob Ortega is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in investigative reporting and media consulting. Currently serving as a Senior Writer at CNN since June 2017, Bob focuses on border, immigration, and national security issues. Bob's previous roles include Specialty Reporter at The Arizona Republic, Managing Editor at Honolulu Civil Beat, and Senior Reporter at The Arizona Republic, where investigative journalism and training were key responsibilities. Bob's international experience includes serving as Vice Consul at the U.S. Department of State and directing media training programs in Belarus and Georgia. Bob holds a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Princeton University.