Overview
- Jeff Bezos has reshaped The Washington Post's opinion section to prioritize 'personal liberties and free markets,' prohibiting editorials opposing these principles.
- President Trump praised Bezos for making the Post's coverage 'more fair,' revealing private discussions and a growing rapport between the two during Trump's second term.
- Bezos reportedly expressed frustration over the Post's newsroom, calling staff 'crazy' and 'out of control,' and lamented financial losses from owning the paper.
- The changes have led to internal backlash, with high-profile resignations and criticism from journalists concerned about editorial independence.
- Observers highlight concerns over billionaire influence in media, with critics questioning whether Bezos's decisions are driven by personal or business interests.