MediaNews by Daniel Johnson Resignation Of LA Times’ First Black Executive Editor Sparks Controversy Less than three years after Merida’s celebrated arrival at the paper, a search for a new executive editor will have to commence. Kevin Merida, who became The Los Angeles Times’ first Black executive editor, resigned surprisingly on Jan. 19. On this end, Merida clashed with Soon-Shiong’s daughter, Nika, the paper’s self-appointed and unofficial ombudsman, The Hollywood Reporter reported. The recent conflict between Nika and Merida revolved around The Times‘ coverage of the Middle East war. According to a current staffer, another problem with The Times is Soon-Shiong’s pursuit of profit, which they intimate played a part in the abrupt departure of Merida.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 22, 2024 03:31 UTC