US EditionWashington Post says one-third of its staff across all departments is being laid off
- On Wednesday, The Washington Post announced it is laying off one-third of its staff across all departments, Executive Editor Matt Murray said during a Zoom call.
- Leadership cited prolonged financial losses and declining audiences forced a restructure as Jeff Bezos, owner of The Washington Post, and Will Lewis, Publisher and CEO, pushed changes after voluntary separation packages offered in 2023.
- The Post will shut or suspend several units including the sports department, Books section, and Post Reports podcast, while restructuring the Metro/local desk and shrinking international bureaus.
- Staff and the Washington Post Guild immediately reacted, noting some decisions were reversed after public criticism, including limiting coverage to four reporters, as management said the cuts would be severe.
- Observers say these cuts narrow the Post's scope toward federal politics and reflect broader industry pressures, with rivals like the New York Times expanding ancillary products.
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