Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has come under scrutiny for allegedly aligning with policies supported by President Trump, particularly concerning the disclosure of tariff impacts on product prices. Despite previously opposing Trump, Bezos is now accused of currying favor with the administration. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized Amazon’s plan to list tariff impacts on product prices, calling it a ‘hostile and political act.’ Bezos has reportedly taken steps to appease Trump, including altering the editorial direction of The Washington Post, which he owns, to focus on supporting personal liberties and free markets. Critics argue that Bezos’ actions contradict his stated principles and damage journalistic integrity. By not clearly showing the impact of Trump’s tariffs on Amazon’s platform, Bezos is accused of avoiding potential retribution from the administration. This stance challenges Bezos’ earlier claims of being unafraid of retaliation, as he now appears to prioritize business interests over journalistic independence. — new from Daily Kos