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Will The Washington Post undergo significant staff changes due to political endorsement conflicts by end of 2024?
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Amazon•Washington Post•Jeff Bezos•Donald Trump•Twitter•Bezos•Trump•America•The Washington Post•Kamala Harris
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Official announcements from The Washington Post or credible news reports detailing staff changes
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Jeff Bezos Congratulates Trump on Election Victory After Blocking Washington Post's Harris Endorsement
Nov 6, 2024, 05:53 PM
Amazon founder and Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos publicly congratulated President-elect Donald Trump on his election victory, praising his "extraordinary political comeback and decisive victory." In a rare post on X (formerly Twitter) shared on Wednesday morning, Bezos extended his well wishes to Trump, stating, "Big congratulations to our 45th and now 47th President on an extraordinary political comeback and decisive victory. No nation has bigger opportunities. Wishing Donald Trump all success in leading and uniting the America we all love." His remarks come after speculation about his political affiliations and reports that he influenced The Washington Post not to endorse Kamala Harris, sparking a staff boycott.
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1-2 staff members • 25%
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Yes, Several Outlets • 25%
Yes, A Few Outlets • 25%
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Molly Roberts • 25%
Mili Mitra • 25%
A new member • 25%
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