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February 6, 2026 - The Washington Post Announces Major Layoffs
Episode 28: “The Washington Post Announces Major Layoffs”Release Date: Friday, February 6, 2026In today’s episode of News Report with Aidan, Aidan explains the major layoffs at The Washington Post, where nearly one‑third of the newsroom was cut. This story is especially meaningful because The 7, a Washington Post podcast, inspired the creation of this show. The episode breaks down what happened, why the layoffs occurred, and how financial struggles can reshape even the most respected news organizations.This episode includes a Financials 101 section to help kids understand the money side of…
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