Jeff Bezos defended his controversial decision to prevent The Washington Post, which he owns, from endorsing a presidential candidate in the 2024 election. Speaking at the Dealbook Summit in New York City on December 4, Bezos acknowledged that his move—breaking from the paper’s tradition of offering such endorsements—drew significant backlash, including the loss of 200,000 subscribers. However, he stood by the decision, stating it was in the paper’s best interest for the long-term health and integrity of its journalism.
Bezos emphasized that The Washington Post will continue to cover all presidential candidates, including Joe Biden and Donald Trump, “very aggressively,” signaling the paper’s commitment to unbiased and thorough political coverage. Additionally, he expressed optimism about the potential for a second Trump presidency, citing Trump’s focus on reducing regulations as a key factor in his support.
