Washington Post Announces Layoffs and Faces Leadership Challenges

The paper is cutting 4% of its workforce while grappling with financial losses, subscriber cancellations, and internal turmoil under Jeff Bezos' ownership.

The Washington Post is laying off nearly 100 employees, or about 4% of its workforce, primarily from its business divisions, including advertising and marketing.
The layoffs follow a period of financial struggles, with the paper reportedly losing $77 million in 2024 and shedding 250,000 subscribers after its decision not to endorse a presidential candidate.
Jeff Bezos, the paper’s owner, has faced criticism for intervening in editorial decisions, including blocking the endorsement of Kamala Harris, which prompted backlash from staff and readers.
High-profile staff departures, including Pulitzer-winning cartoonist Ann Telnaes and several top political reporters, have raised concerns about leadership and the paper's direction under CEO Will Lewis.
The Post’s newsroom morale has reportedly declined, with critics questioning Bezos' commitment to the paper's independence and long-term sustainability.