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Robert Winnett Withdraws from Washington Post Editor Role Amid Ethical Controversies

The British journalist's decision follows internal backlash and scrutiny over past practices, leaving the Post in further turmoil.

  • Winnett will remain deputy editor at the Daily Telegraph in London.
  • The Washington Post will begin a new search for an editor to lead core coverage.
  • Publisher Will Lewis faces criticism over his own journalistic ethics and leadership decisions.
  • Former Wall Street Journal editor Matt Murray will continue as interim executive editor.
  • The Post's financial struggles and leadership changes have led to low morale among staff.
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