Washington Post Ends 40-Year Tradition of Endorsing Candidates, New York Post Supports Donald Trump

washington - The Washington Post, owned by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos, has announced it will no longer endorse Democratic presidential candidates after a 40-year tradition. Meanwhile, the New York Post has declared its support for Donald Trump as a 'hero'.

The influential newspaper The Washington Post has decided to cease endorsing Democratic presidential candidates after decades of doing so. The decision comes as the publication aims to return to its roots and stay neutral in the upcoming elections. CEO Will Lewis announced the end of the 40-year tradition and stated that the newspaper will no longer publicly support any candidate. There were reports that a commentary endorsing Kamala Harris was halted by Bezos, with former editor Martin Baron criticizing the move as cowardice. The decision is seen as a setback for Harris and a victory for Trump.

The Washington Post, known for its slogan 'Democracy Dies in Darkness', is considered a reputable and internationally respected newspaper. This decision follows a similar step taken by another major American newspaper, the Los Angeles Times. CEO Lewis explained the change as a way to support readers' ability to make their own decisions.

On the other hand, New York Post, owned by media mogul Rupert Murdoch, has openly supported Donald Trump, calling him a 'hero' who is ready to reclaim the presidency. The split in endorsements showcases the polarized nature of the US media landscape, with outlets like Fox News leaning conservative and CNN being more left-leaning.