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2026-02-08 01:10:08

Washington Post Publisher Resigns After Massive Layoffs

Washington Post publisher Will Lewis steps down just days after the newspaper announced major layoffs affecting one-third of its staff. He cited difficult decisions for the paper's future in his resignation announcement. read more

2026-02-08 00:10:04

Post Publisher Exits After Layoffs Uproar

Washington Post publisher William Lewis steps down days after laying off hundreds of staff. His departure, announced in a Saturday memo, follows intense criticism. CFO Jeff D'Onofrio will serve as acting publisher and CEO effective immediately. read more

2026-02-02 11:40:13

Bezos Puts Washington Post Future in Doubt

The author argues Jeff Bezos is destroying the Washington Post through layoffs, editorial interference to appease Trump, and alienating its core audience. This damages a vital journalistic institution at a critical time for democracy. read more

2026-01-29 21:20:04

Post Staff Plead with Bezos to Stop Layoffs

Washington Post's White House reporters publicly appeal to owner Jeff Bezos to halt massive layoffs, arguing cuts to other departments would diminish their own work. They join a newsroom-wide plea to save the paper from deep staff reductions. read more

2025-03-12 15:20:44

Ruth Marcus Exposes Rejected Column Criticizing Jeff Bezos' Mandate

Ruth Marcus, a former Washington Post writer, revealed a rejected column criticizing Jeff Bezos' new opinion mandate that led to her resignation. Another column by the Post's media critic was also rejected, provoking discussions on free speech and editorial decisions. read more

2025-03-10 16:50:45

Washington Post Columnist Resigns Over Disagreement with Publisher's Op-Ed Policy

Ruth Marcus, a long-time Washington Post columnist, resigns after her critical op-ed about Jeff Bezos is rejected by the publisher. Bezos announced a new policy for the opinion page, leading to resignations and controversy. read more

2025-02-28 20:10:43

Bezos stirs controversy with new direction for Washington Post opinion.

Jeff Bezos announced a shift in the Washington Post's opinion section focus on "personal liberties" and "free markets," prompting controversy. President Trump claimed to have dined with Bezos on the same night, sparking speculation on their relationship and potential business interests. read more

2025-02-27 00:40:46

Bezos's Editorial Limits Spark Resignation and Backlash at Washington Post

In 2016, quotes from Jeff Bezos were displayed in the Washington Post's newsroom. Recently, Bezos announced stricter guidelines for the opinion section, focusing on personal liberties and free markets only, leading to editor resignations and concerns over the Post's independence. read more

2025-02-26 17:50:04

Bezos' Opinion Page Shift Sparks Outrage Among Washington Post Staff

Jeff Bezos of The Washington Post faced backlash from staff over a new opinion page stance, with criticism over favoritism towards Trump. The move led to a top editor resigning. Workers expressed anger, fearing lost subscriptions, and protested against Bezos' interference in editorial decisions. read more

2025-02-18 05:10:03

Washington Post Refuses $115K Ad Calling for Trump to Fire Musk

The Washington Post rejects an ad seeking Elon Musk's dismissal by President Trump, causing controversy. The ad questions who is in charge and accuses Musk of chaos, with a QR code for donations. Musk criticizes the Southern Poverty Law Center for their involvement. read more

2025-02-17 11:50:06

Washington Post Refuses 'Fire Elon Musk' Ad Calling for Dismissal

The Washington Post declined to publish a $115,000 ad calling for President Trump to dismiss Elon Musk. Common Cause planned the ad, questioning Musk's influence. The newspaper did not explain the decision, leading to speculation about possible reasons behind it. read more

2025-01-30 00:20:03

Amazon sues to block release of Project Kuiper records

Amazon has filed a lawsuit to prevent The Washington Post, owned by Jeff Bezos, from obtaining records related to investigations at an Amazon facility. The company argues that the information contains proprietary trade secrets. read more

2025-01-16 20:10:05

Washington Post's New Mission Statement Sparks Mockery and Criticism

The Washington Post's new mission statement, "Riveting Storytelling for All of America," sparked online mockery. Critics questioned if it belonged to a news outlet or entertainment service, leading to doubts and sarcasm about its lofty goals and the influence of owner Jeff Bezos. read more

2025-01-15 19:40:06

Washington Post Staff Petition Jeff Bezos Amid Trust Concerns

Over 400 Washington Post journalists petition Jeff Bezos for a visit to restore lost trust in the newsroom. They seek open communication to address concerns impacting the paper’s integrity and direction. The staff stresses the importance of retaining a competitive edge. read more

2024-10-30 23:20:04

"Washington Post Loses 250K Subscribers for Non-Endorsement Decision"

The Washington Post has lost around 250,000 subscribers since announcing it would not endorse a candidate in the presidential race, constituting a significant loss in digital following. The paper's owner, Jeff Bezos, cited bias perceptions and lack of influence as reasons for the decision. read more

2024-10-29 20:10:11

The Washington Post Faces Backlash for Decision Not to Endorse

The Washington Post, owned by Jeff Bezos, faced backlash for not endorsing a presidential candidate, leading to 250,000 cancellations representing 10% of subscribers. Bezos defended the decision to boost media trust, but criticism persists. read more

2024-10-29 02:40:08

Bezos defends Post's end of presidential endorsements amid backlash

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos defends The Washington Post's decision to end presidential endorsements, citing limited impact and credibility concerns. Staff and subscribers protest, leading to resignations and subscription cancellations. Bezos denies quid pro quo accusations in the decision. read more

2024-10-28 20:10:07

Washington Post Sparks Backlash by Breaking Presidential Endorsement Tradition

The Washington Post faced backlash for not endorsing a presidential candidate, leading to subscription cancellations. Writers urged subscribers not to leave, emphasizing the negative impact on journalists' jobs. Concerns arose over the interference of owner Jeff Bezos in journalism integrity. read more

2024-10-27 17:10:04

Bezos Faces Criticism for Blue Origin Executives' Trump Meeting

Jeff Bezos, owner of the Washington Post, faced criticism after his Blue Origin executives met with Trump on the day the paper decided not to endorse Kamala Harris. Allegations of a deal prompted backlash from both current and former employees. read more

2024-10-25 18:40:07

"WashPost Breaks Tradition: No Presidential Endorsement Ignites Controversy"

The Washington Post, led by Will Lewis, decided not to endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in 30 years, causing upheaval among former staffers. Outrage over the move reflects concerns of its impact on democracy. read more

2024-10-01 18:50:07

Tech reporter Taylor Lorenz leaves The Washington Post for Substack

Technology reporter Taylor Lorenz leaves The Washington Post following an internal review of an Instagram post about President Joe Biden. She plans to focus on independent journalism with a new Substack newsletter, aiming to report on internet culture and technology. read more

2024-06-21 14:10:07

Robert Winnett, the newly-named editor of The Washington Post, has decided not to take on the role due to backlash. Citing concerns over his involvement in controversial practices, Winnett will remain in England as Deputy Editor of the Telegraph. read more

2024-06-12 19:40:05

Bezos needs to reaffirm his support for independent journalism at the Washington Post amidst turmoil caused by the appointment of a controversial CEO. Suggestions include ensuring editorial independence, reinstating an ombudsman, and publicly expressing commitment to accountability journalism. read more

2024-06-04 14:40:08

Will Lewis, the new publisher of the struggling Washington Post, has faced backlash from the talented journalistic staff due to his heavy-handed decisions, including abrupt leadership changes. Journalists demand transparency and respect, crucial for the paper to succeed again. read more

2024-06-03 11:20:07

Sally Buzbee steps down as Washington Post's first female executive editor after three years, replaced by Matt Murray and later Robert Winnett. No reason given for departure as newsroom restructures operations and focuses on new subscription plans. read more