Matt Mullenweg returns to lead Automattic after attempted ouster
Automattic confirmed that WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg has returned as chairman and chief executive after the board attempted to remove him earlier in the week. The company said he had the board's full support. The available RSS items do not explain why the attempted ouster was reversed or whether Automattic changed its governance arrangements.
Why it matters
The abrupt reversal leaves questions about oversight and control at the company behind WordPress.com.
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Part of the September 13, 2026 brief.