Jeff Bezos Faces Backlash Over Washington Post Editorial Shift

The Amazon founder's directive to align the Post's opinion section with 'personal liberties and free markets' has sparked resignations, subscription cancellations, and criticism of his motives.

Jeff Bezos announced a new editorial policy for The Washington Post's opinion section, mandating support for 'personal liberties and free markets' and excluding opposing viewpoints.
David Shipley, the editor of the opinion pages, resigned following the policy change, citing concerns about journalistic independence.
Critics, including former Post editor Marty Baron, argue that Bezos's decisions reflect an effort to protect his business interests from potential retaliation by President Trump.
Bezos's actions, including his attendance at Trump's inauguration and a $1 million Amazon donation to the event, have drawn accusations of appeasing the administration.
The Post's newsroom continues to operate independently, delivering critical reporting on Trump's second term, despite growing tensions over the paper's editorial direction.