Overview

• President Trump revealed private conversations with Jeff Bezos, claiming the billionaire criticized his own newsroom as 'out of control' and expressed regret over financial losses from running The Washington Post.
• Trump praised Bezos for attempting to make the paper's coverage 'more fair' and noted a significant shift in their relationship compared to his first term.
• Bezos has directed The Post's opinion section to prioritize 'free markets and personal freedoms,' a move that has led to high-profile resignations and internal dissent.
• Critics argue that Bezos's changes at The Post are influenced by his broader business interests, including Amazon and Blue Origin, and may align with pro-Trump ideologies.
• The Washington Post, once known for its aggressive coverage of Trump under the tagline 'Democracy Dies in Darkness,' has seen subscription losses and accusations of compromised editorial independence.