Washington Post Offers Anti-Trump Enthusiasts Tips On Leaving The US
The Washington Post has published a guide for readers looking to leave the United States following President Donald Trump’s decisive win in the 2024 election. The article offers advice on obtaining visas for countries like Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, catering to a liberal audience dismayed by Trump’s return to the White House.
Written by reporters Leo Sands and Vivian Ho, the piece explores the “political outlook” and healthcare systems in these countries while omitting economic considerations, which often favor the US. The guide also features insights from Jen Barnett, owner of a business that helps Americans relocate abroad. According to Barnett, traffic to her company’s website surged after the election results were announced.
This isn’t the first time liberals have threatened to flee the US over Republican victories. Such theatrics date back at least two decades, yet few actually follow through. Trump’s reelection appears to have reignited the trend among left-wing voters seeking what they describe as safer or more inclusive havens.
The Post’s article follows internal turmoil within the newsroom over the paper’s decision not to endorse Kamala Harris for president. Post employees reportedly clashed with owner Jeff Bezos after he blocked the editorial board’s endorsement of Harris, prompting several staff members to quit. Opinion columnist Karen Attiah called the decision “a stab in the back” to the paper’s values.
Bezos further angered staff by criticizing partisan journalism in an op-ed, urging media outlets to rebuild trust with the public. He congratulated Trump on his political comeback and announced an end to remote work policies, requiring employees to return to the office full-time.
Despite Bezos’ call for neutrality, some Post content continues to reflect partisan leanings. While one columnist urged journalists to reconnect with ordinary Americans, another article speculated that Republicans might seek to overturn no-fault divorce laws—a narrative critics say fuels unnecessary fear among readers.
