Rupert Murdoch Accused of Covering Up Phone Hacking Scandal Spanning Two Decades
In a recent shocking revelation, media mogul Rupert Murdoch has been accused of knowingly covering up phone hacking and other illegal activities by his British tabloids for nearly two decades. Prominent figures such as Prince Harry and Hugh Grant have accused The Washington Post’s new CEO, Will Lewis, of actively plotting to cover up senior executives’ role in the scandal while working for Murdoch’s publishing empire in London.
These accusations have put Lewis’s new role at The Washington Post in jeopardy, as Britain’s Prince Harry and others are now suing over various forms of invasion of privacy, including phone and computer hacking and payments for confidential personal information. Murdoch’s tabloids have a long history of hacking into the voicemails and emails of royals, politicians, and celebrities, leading to News Corp paying an estimated $1.5 billion in settlements and costs related to the scandal.
Lewis is further accused of helping to cover up wrongdoing, including deleting emails and erasing evidence of the scandal. However, News UK argues that the allegations are based on old documents and should not be considered valid. Lewis, who was previously named publisher of The Wall Street Journal before taking command of The Washington Post under owner Jeff Bezos, now faces a challenging road ahead as these accusations threaten to tarnish his reputation and career.
The scandal surrounding Murdoch’s tabloids and the alleged cover-up by Lewis has sent shockwaves through the media industry, sparking calls for accountability and transparency in journalism. As the story continues to unfold, the repercussions of these accusations are likely to have far-reaching effects on the future of The Washington Post and its leadership.
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