LOADING ERROR LOADINGA legendary former editor of The Washington Post has called out the decision to gut the paper’s newsroom, calling it one of the “darkest days” in the publication’s history and torching billionaire owner Jeff Bezos for “sickening efforts to curry favor” with President Donald Trump. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos speaks at the America Business Forum on Nov. 6, 2025, in Miami. Baron said he remains grateful to have had Bezos’ backing during the years he served as The Post’s executive editor. AdvertisementThe Washington Post Guild also took aim at Bezos, calling for him to be replaced if he’s not willing to back the storied publication. It said in a statement, “If Jeff Bezos is no longer willing to invest in the mission that has defined this paper for generations and serve the millions who depend on Post journalism, then The Post deserves a steward that will.”

Source: Huffington Post February 04, 2026 21:10 UTC