Associated Press cuts U.S. journalists as it shifts away from print news

The Associated Press began laying off an unspecified number of U.S.-based journalists on May 15, 2026, as part of a restructuring aimed at shifting resources from print journalism toward visual journalism and other revenue sources. The cuts follow AP’s April 2026 buyout offer to more than 120 U.S.-based journalists. About 40 employees volunteered and were accepted, according to the News Media Guild, which represents AP journalists. The union said affected employees were told May 15, 2026, would be their final workday. AP Executive Editor Julie Pace said in April the organization aimed to reduce global headcount by less than 5%, while saying AP “is not in trouble.” AP said newspaper revenue has fallen 25% over the past four years, while revenue from technology customers rose 200%. Gannett and McClatchy dropped AP service in 2024.