The Washington Post Wins Major Photojournalism Awards With Talent It Laid Off

The Washington Post Wins Major Photojournalism Awards With Talent it Laid Off

In late February, award-winning photojournalist Matt McClain of The Washington Post was recognized by the annual Best of Photojournalism contest sponsored by National Press Photographers Association (NPPA). Earlier that month, McClain and 300+ Post journalists were laid off as the publication restructured.

Journalist Dorothy Butler Gilliam Donates $10,000 to Laid-Off Washington Post Reporters

When retired journalist Dorothy Butler Gilliam heard about the mass layoffs at the Washington Post in early February, the news stunned her. The Post hired Gilliam in 1961 as its first Black woman reporter, and the newspaper remains dear to her heart for many reasons. “It made me very sad, even upset, because I know

Journalism job cuts in 2026 tracked: Washington Post announces biggest media layoffs of year so far

The Washington Post has proposed to cut hundreds of staff, amounting to one-third across the business. In the same week, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution said it would cut about 50 jobs, or 15% of staff. Politico started 2026 by cutting 3% of staff and Future plc proposed to cut 45 editorial staff at its tech titles including Tom’s Guide and Techradar, although it is also creating 15 new roles. Other layoffs so far this year have taken place at …

The Post is killing the spirit of journalism

Last spring, our Editorial Board criticized how Jeff Bezos’ ownership of The Washington Post threatened free journalism — specifically his censorship of the opinions section. Since then, over 300 Post journalists have been laid off in a February round of firings, highlighting the ever-growing threat facing American journalism. While The Post claims that these layoffs stemmed from financial hardship, it’s difficult to believe that one of the rich…