Will Lewis, a seasoned media executive, has been appointed as the new publisher and CEO of The Washington Post, stepping into the role in January. Lewis, formerly editor of The Daily Telegraph and publisher of The Wall Street Journal, is known for his work in cleaning up scandals within media organizations. In the past, he was tasked by Rupert Murdoch to address hacking and bribery issues at News of the World.
However, recent court documents reveal a different side of Lewis, alleging that he was involved in covering up criminal activities. These accusations suggest that Lewis played a key role in a conspiracy to conceal wrongdoing and delete potentially incriminating emails. Despite these claims, Lewis has denied any wrongdoing.
The British tabloid scandal unfolded in 2011 when it was revealed that News of the World had hacked into the voicemails of a murder victim. This led to investigations and lawsuits exposing widespread privacy violations by British tabloids. News UK, a subsidiary of News Corp., has faced significant financial liabilities and settlements as a result of these actions.
Prince Harry and Hugh Grant are among those who have sued News UK over phone hacking and privacy breaches, alleging that Lewis and other officials misled police and engaged in a cover-up. The legal battles continue in court.
Lewis’ appointment at The Washington Post has raised questions about his past actions and the implications for the newspaper’s reputation. Despite his successful career in journalism, these allegations threaten to overshadow his new role at the influential publication. Lewis has yet to publicly address these accusations.
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