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AP Cuts Under 5% of Global News Staff Amid Shifts

4/6/2026

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  • On April 6, 2026, the Associated Press will cut under 5% of its global news staff.
  • The reductions will primarily affect the U.S. news team, with other reporting units affected.
  • Executive Editor Julie Pace of the Associated Press said the move aims to align operations with customer needs amid shifts in audience behavior.
  • AP will first seek voluntary departures, and coverage across all 50 states will remain unaffected.