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Incoming Washington Post Editor Robert Winnett Faces Scrutiny Over Stolen Records and Journalistic Practices

Jun 17, 2024, 12:16 AM

Incoming Washington Post executive editor Robert Winnett is facing scrutiny over his journalistic practices. Reports indicate that Winnett has ties to a self-described 'thief' who claimed to have assisted him in his reporting. Additionally, unpublished book drafts and other documents have surfaced, raising questions about his journalistic record. The allegations suggest that Winnett may have used deceptively obtained material while working for The Sunday Times. Washington Post publisher Will Lewis is also implicated in the use of stolen records during their reporting in Britain, according to the NYT. Sources also reveal that Winnett received legal help.