Allegations against Washington Post's Publisher and CEO, Will Lewis

SOURCE www.npr.org
Scotland Yard is reviewing allegations against Washington Post's publisher and CEO, Will Lewis, for obstructing justice in connection with a phone-hacking scandal at Murdoch's U.K. tabloids. Lewis is accused of fabricating a security threat to justify deleting emails during a police investigation.

Key Points

  • Scotland Yard opens preliminary inquiry into Will Lewis
  • Allegations of obstructing justice in connection with phone-hacking scandal
  • Lewis accused of fabricating a security threat to justify email deletions
  • Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown requests criminal investigation

Pros

  • Transparency in media accountability
  • Investigation into potential obstruction of justice

Cons

  • Potential damage to Lewis' standing and reputation
  • Accusations of fabricating a security threat