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Title: Washington Post Publisher Will Lewis Departs Days After Steep Layoffs.
Authors: Korn, Melissa (AUTHOR), Bruell, Alexandra (AUTHOR)
Source: Wall Street Journal - Online Edition. 2/9/2026, pN.PAG-N.PAG. 1p.
Subjects: Layoffs, Washington Post, The (Newspaper), Corporate reorganizations, Newspapers, Publishing, Digital transformation, Organizational change
Abstract: The article focuses on the departure of Will Lewis as publisher of the Washington Post, with Jeff D'Onofrio appointed as acting publisher and CEO. Lewis's tenure was marked by efforts to implement a digital transformation and address financial losses, but he faced criticism for his lack of engagement with staff and the recent announcement of significant job cuts. D'Onofrio, who previously served as finance chief at Raptive and CEO of Tumblr, aims to lead the publication towards a sustainable future by focusing on national news and audience-driven content. The Washington Post is undergoing restructuring, including the closure of its sports department and a shift in coverage priorities. [Extracted from the article]
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  Data: The article focuses on the departure of Will Lewis as publisher of the Washington Post, with Jeff D'Onofrio appointed as acting publisher and CEO. Lewis's tenure was marked by efforts to implement a digital transformation and address financial losses, but he faced criticism for his lack of engagement with staff and the recent announcement of significant job cuts. D'Onofrio, who previously served as finance chief at Raptive and CEO of Tumblr, aims to lead the publication towards a sustainable future by focusing on national news and audience-driven content. The Washington Post is undergoing restructuring, including the closure of its sports department and a shift in coverage priorities. [Extracted from the article]
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