LA Times Owner Plans Editorial Overhaul After Non-Endorsement Controversy
Patrick Soon-Shiong aims to balance the paper's editorial board with diverse voices following backlash over the decision not to endorse Kamala Harris.
- Patrick Soon-Shiong, owner of the Los Angeles Times, announced plans to revamp the editorial board to include more conservative and centrist voices.
- The decision follows a controversial choice not to endorse Kamala Harris for president, leading to resignations and subscription cancellations.
- Soon-Shiong cited Harris' stance on the Gaza conflict as one of the reasons for withholding the endorsement, sparking internal and public debate.
- The LA Times has traditionally endorsed Democratic candidates, and this break from precedent has drawn criticism from staff and readers.
- Soon-Shiong emphasizes the need for clear distinctions between news and opinion to rebuild trust in the media.
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