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Notus Aims to Double Staff Amid Washington Post Layoffs

3/18/2026

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Robert Allbritton expressed concern about the Washington Post's layoffs but said they present an opportunity to grow Notus.
He announced new hires from the Washington Post, aiming to double Notus's staff by 2026.
Allbritton emphasized Notus will serve the Washington community without legacy print costs.
He launched the Allbritton Journalism Institute to train future political reporters and dismissed any interest in acquiring the Washington Post, citing its recent cuts.

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Robert Allbritton expressed concern about the Washington Post's layoffs but said they present an opportunity to grow Notus.
He announced new hires from the Washington Post, aiming to double Notus's staff by 2026.
Allbritton emphasized Notus will serve the Washington community without legacy print costs.
He launched the Allbritton Journalism Institute to train future political reporters and dismissed any interest in acquiring the Washington Post, citing its recent cuts.