Taylor Lorenz has announced her departure from the Washington Post, a move following a controversy where she labeled President Biden a 'war criminal' in an Instagram post during a White House event. Lorenz, who has not published anything since August, stated her intention to launch an independent newsletter called 'User Magazine' on Substack, aiming to cover technology from the user perspective. She expressed a desire for more autonomy in her reporting, which she found difficult to achieve in traditional media outlets. The Washington Post has remained silent about whether Lorenz faced suspension over the backlash from her Instagram post. Her resignation comes at a time when she seeks to engage more directly with her audience as a content creator, moving away from conventional journalism. Lorenz has previously faced scrutiny for her reporting style and interactions with younger online communities.