Bezos Calls Washington Post 'Worst Investment' to Trump Months Before Staff Cuts Announced
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos reportedly told then-President-elect Donald Trump that The Washington Post was his 'worst investment' months before staff cuts were made.
Jeff Bezos reportedly told then-President-elect Donald Trump at a December 2024 dinner that The Washington Post was his 'worst investment', months before he authorized sweeping staff cuts at the newspaper. This claim comes after it was previously reported that Bezos had authorized layoffs of around 100 employees in November 2024. It is not clear what specific issues led Bezos to make this statement, but it has sparked renewed debate about Amazon's role in media ownership and its influence over The Washington Post. The move has also raised questions about the future of the newspaper under Bezos' leadership.
