Summary
Will Lewis, the CEO of The Washington Post, announced his resignation in an email to staff. This decision comes shortly after the newspaper laid off about one-third of its employees, impacting various sections including sports and books. Jeff D’Onofrio will step in as the acting CEO immediately.
Key Facts
- Will Lewis resigned as CEO of The Washington Post.
- The resignation follows significant staff layoffs at the newspaper.
- About one-third of the staff lost their jobs, affecting sports, books, metro, and international reporting.
- The layoffs prompted concerns about the newspaper’s editorial direction.
- The Washington Post is owned by Jeff Bezos.
- Lewis took on the role of CEO in January 2024.
- Jeff D’Onofrio, the CFO, will be the interim CEO.
- Nearly half-a-million dollars were raised to support the laid-off staff.
