Conservative Columnist Hugh Hewitt Exits The Washington Post

Hugh Hewitt, a conservative commentator, announced his resignation from The Washington Post on November 1, 2024,

His departure was precipitated by a heated exchange during the 'First Look' program, where he clashed with fellow panelists Jonathan Capehart and Ruth Marcus regarding former President Donald Trump's

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During the broadcast, Hewitt expressed his frustration by removing his earpiece and declaring, "I'm done," before standing up and leaving the frame, stating it was "the most unfair election ad" he had ever participated in

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The discussion focused on Trump's lawsuit in Pennsylvania aimed at extending mail-in voting deadlines, which Hewitt argued was misrepresented by his colleagues,

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Capehart responded to Hewitt's comments by stating he did not appreciate being lectured about reporting standards, leading to further tension between them

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Hewitt had been a contributing columnist for The Post since 2017, representing one of the few conservative voices in its opinion section

His resignation follows a tumultuous period for The Post, including multiple resignations from its editorial board after owner Jeff Bezos decided not to endorse any candidate for the upcoming presidential election

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The newspaper has reportedly faced significant subscriber losses, with over 250,000 cancellations attributed to its editorial decisions and political stance

Conservative commentators and supporters praised Hewitt for his stand during the broadcast, highlighting his commitment to presenting what he believed was a more accurate narrative regarding Trump's actions