Harris Criticizes Major Papers for Non-Endorsements

Vice President Kamala Harris expressed disappointment over the decisions of the Washington Post and Los Angeles Times to not endorse a presidential candidate, attributing it to the influence of their billionaire owners, who she claims are aligned with Donald Trump. The Washington Post, owned by Jeff Bezos, argued that endorsements create a perception of bias, while the Los Angeles Times' non-endorsement was reportedly influenced by Nika Soon-Shiong, daughter of the owner, due to her opposition to Harris's support of Israel’s actions in Gaza. Soon-Shiong's involvement has sparked controversy, as she has no official role at the paper, and her father refuted claims that her stance influenced the decision. Both newspapers have faced backlash, including subscription cancellations and staff resignations, over their non-endorsement decisions. These moves mark a significant departure from their historical practices of endorsing Democratic candidates in presidential elections.