Washington Post Faces Turmoil Over Newsroom Revamp and Editorial Policy Changes

Longtime columnist Ruth Marcus resigns, citing editorial interference, as the paper undergoes significant restructuring under Jeff Bezos' ownership.

Ruth Marcus, a 40-year veteran columnist at The Washington Post, resigned after her critical column on owner Jeff Bezos' editorial policies was rejected.
The Post recently overhauled its opinion section to focus on personal liberties and free markets, leading to staff resignations and subscriber losses.
Executive Editor Matt Murray announced a newsroom reorganization aimed at adapting to digital-first priorities and evolving reader habits.
Key changes include separating digital and print workflows, creating new leadership roles, and consolidating departments to focus on modern issues like technology and climate.
The Post has faced declining revenue, subscriber exodus, and internal strife under Bezos' ownership, with prominent journalists departing in recent months.