Internal Politics at the Washington Post

The article discusses internal politics at the Washington Post, involving changes in leadership and allegations of unethical behavior. It criticizes the staff for resisting reform and highlights a 20-year-old scandal being used to target the CEO. The author accuses the media of hypocrisy and bias, suggesting ulterior motives behind the attacks on the Post's leadership.

Allegations against Will Lewis in the midst of Partygate scandal

Will Lewis, Washington Post publisher and informal adviser to Boris Johnson, advised No 10 staff to 'clean up' phones amid Partygate scandal but denies allegations. Lewis's journalistic record and alleged efforts to kill negative stories about him are under scrutiny. Allegations of cover-up of criminal activity by Lewis's former employer, News Corp, have also been raised.

Journalism Ethics

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists at The Washington Post are calling for leadership change due to questions about the integrity of its new publisher, Will Lewis.

Jeff Bezos supports Washington Post CEO and emphasizes maintaining journalistic standards

Jeff Bezos expresses support for Washington Post CEO Will Lewis in an email to staffers, reassuring that the journalistic standards and ethics of the outlet will remain unchanged despite necessary business model changes.

Washington Post Leadership

Former Washington Post managing editor Kevin Merida visited the Post's headquarters amid scrutiny of its new leadership, including new publisher and CEO Will Lewis. Employees fear the drama is distracting journalists from their work.

Challenges faced by the Washington Post

The Washington Post is facing financial losses and declining audiences, leading to significant changes in leadership. The CEO criticized the staff for their lack of readership and announced plans to improve diversity. The article from Breitbart is highly critical of the Post and its staff.

Alex Jones, Washington Post, Climate Change

Alex Jones agrees to liquidate his assets to pay Sandy Hook families; Washington Post publisher attempted to suppress stories about him; increasing levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

Allegations against Washington Post's Publisher and CEO Will Lewis

The Washington Post's new publisher and CEO, Will Lewis, has been accused of pressuring the newsroom not to run stories about him. Lewis has a history of engaging in efforts to prevent negative coverage. He denies any wrongdoing but has faced allegations related to covering up criminal practices at Rupert Murdoch's British tabloids.

Washington Post's Decision on Reporting Supreme Court Justice Alito's Upside-Down Flag Incident

The Washington Post acknowledged having a story about an upside-down American flag at U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's home over three years ago but chose not to publish it. The incident occurred shortly after the January 6, 2021 Capitol insurrection. Alito's wife raised the flag in response to neighbors' insulting yard signs. The Post's decision to withhold the story raised questions about whether a public official's family should be held to the same standards. The Post's current executive editor acknowledged the decision but did not explicitly say it was wrong.

Controversy over American flag at Justice Samuel Alito's house

The Washington Post initially passed on reporting on an upside-down American flag flying outside Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's house in 2021. Alito's wife hung the flag in response to insults from a neighbor. Members of the media and Democratic lawmakers are calling on Alito to recuse himself from cases related to Donald Trump.

Washington Post turns to AI after $77 million loss

The Washington Post plans to use artificial intelligence (AI) to help recover from a $77 million loss in 2023. The CEO acknowledges the financial challenges and aims to implement AI in reporting. Critics question the decision and suggest the Post should focus on unbiased journalism instead of relying on AI.

Washington Post's Pivot to Artificial Intelligence

The Washington Post's CEO announced a pivot to artificial intelligence to improve financial situation, amid controversy over past involvement in a hacking scandal. The move comes as part of efforts to boost revenue, although details on how AI will be used remain unclear.

Washington Post CEO's past actions under scrutiny in British court

The Washington Post CEO faces scrutiny in a British court as he tries to revive the financially troubled newspaper.

Washington Post's push for cold water usage

The Washington Post is criticized for pushing an agenda of using cold water for showers and other household activities, with the author arguing against it and calling it hypocritical.

Fact-checking claims about Joe Biden and rent assistance programs for migrants

Glenn Kessler of the Washington Post refuted Donald Trump's claims about Joe Biden being responsible for rent assistance programs for migrants, stating that there is no evidence Biden is aware of the spending. Trump and MAGA Inc. have criticized Michigan's rent assistance program, but Kessler rated their claims as 'not true.' Kessler's analysis ignores the contested legality of Biden's programs and the ongoing lawsuits against the administration for parole policies.

FBI Criminal Probe on Container Ship Bridge Crash

The FBI is investigating if laws were broken when a container ship crashed into a bridge last month. NPR's A Martinez speaks with Washington Post reporter Katie Mettler.

Montana Senate Race Fundraising and Controversy

Former Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy, a Republican Senate candidate for Montana, raised over $3 million in the first fundraising quarter of 2024. Democratic incumbent Sen. Jon Tester raised $8 million. Sheehy is being attacked by liberal allies for his military background and fundraising. Washington Post published a controversial article questioning Sheehy's combat injuries.

Controversy Surrounding Tim Sheehy's Revelation of Bullet Wound in Afghanistan

Former Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy faced backlash after revealing he sustained a bullet wound in Afghanistan but initially claimed it was from a fall. The Washington Post quoted experts with Democratic ties who questioned the validity of Sheehy's story.

Kim Mulkey threatens lawsuit against Washington Post

LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey has threatened a lawsuit against the Washington Post over a rumored “hit piece”. Mulkey claims the Post has been working on a negative story about her for two years, attempting to gather negative comments from former players and coaches.

President Joe Biden's immigration policies

President Joe Biden is considering stricter executive action on the border in response to Republican pressure. Washington Post and MSNBC analysts believe Biden must balance his immigration policies to avoid alienating his base while also addressing the concerns of Republicans.