Bezos could have saved The Washington Post’s local news and sports reporters

• Jeff Bezos’ ownership of The Washington Post has been criticized for its impact on local news and sports reporting.
• The Post recently laid off 400 staffers and closed many of its desks, sparking concerns about the future of local journalism.
• Bezos’ leadership style and priorities have been questioned by some, with critics arguing that he is more focused on national politics than local issues.
• A “Save The Post” rally was held outside the Washington Post headquarters in February 2026, highlighting public concern about the newspaper’s future.
• The situation has raised questions about the role of corporate ownership in shaping media coverage and the impact on local communities.

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The biggest tech story dominating Washington right now is, incidentally, a media story. Last week, shortly after The Washington Post laid off 400 staffers and closed many of its desks, and before its absentee CEO Will Lewis got summarily shoved out, I wrote a column trying to figure out whether there was e …

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