Washington Post Staff Urge Bezos Amid Financial Crisis

Over 400 journalists from The Washington Post have written to Jeff Bezos, expressing concern over the newspaper's direction under CEO Will Lewis and requesting his intervention. The staff cites leadership decisions that have led to a loss of integrity and transparency, resulting in significant subscriber loss and the departure of notable journalists. Tensions have been exacerbated by Bezos's controversial decision to halt the endorsement of Kamala Harris during the 2024 presidential election, leading to further resignations. Financial struggles, including a reported $100 million loss in 2024, and recent layoffs have compounded the crisis. The letter emphasizes the need for Bezos to become more involved to restore trust and establish a clear vision for The Post's future. Despite Bezos's historically hands-off approach, employees urge him to meet with Post leaders to address these issues.