Marty Baron Warns of 'Death Spiral' for The Washington Post After Mass Layoffs

• Former editor Marty Baron expressed concern about The Washington Post's future, fearing a 'death spiral' after significant layoffs.
• The Post axed nearly one-third of its 2,500 employees, including closing the sports department and cutting local news, style, and international affairs teams.
• Baron criticized owner Jeff Bezos, suggesting his focus has shifted due to concerns about Donald Trump's potential re-election and protecting Amazon and Blue Origin.
• Publisher Will Lewis faced backlash for his absence during the layoff announcement, with Baron calling him an 'invisible publisher'.
• The Post, now a leaner organization focused on politics, faces stiff competition and concerns about reduced ambition and further subscriber cancellations.