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Washington Post Won't Endorse in 2024 Amid Claims Bezos Blocks Harris Backing Over Fear of Trump

Oct 25, 2024, 04:13 PM

According to social media reports, staff at The Washington Post are reportedly concerned that owner Jeff Bezos may be blocking an endorsement of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris. The speculation suggests that Bezos, fearing retribution from a potential Trump administration, is reluctant to endorse Harris because he believes Donald Trump will win the 2024 election. This has allegedly led to internal tensions within the newspaper, with staffers demanding an endorsement. The decision not to endorse a candidate has raised concerns about press freedom and the influence of billionaire owners on editorial independence. Similar reports indicate that the Los Angeles Times, also owned by a billionaire, is refraining from making an endorsement. Critics argue that such actions reflect anticipatory obedience that undermines journalistic integrity.