Los Angeles Times Owner Fires Editorial Board

Patrick Soon-Shiong, owner of the Los Angeles Times, has fired the entire editorial board following their failure to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president. Soon-Shiong cited Harris' support for Israel's military actions in Gaza as a significant factor in his decision and expressed the desire to create a more balanced editorial team that includes conservative voices. This overhaul has led to widespread staff resignations and subscription cancellations, with critics calling the decision 'complicity' in a politically charged environment. Soon-Shiong has stated that he aims to ensure the paper represents diverse political views, emphasizing the need for balance from left to right. The changes have created a tense atmosphere within the organization, with reports of