As The Washington Post’s foremost analyst of media business and legal affairs, Barr specializes in stories where corporate strategy meets press freedom. His work informs investors, policymakers, and journalists alike.
Jeremy Barr has carved a unique niche as a journalist analyzing how corporate decisions and legal battles shape the modern media landscape. Over the past decade, we’ve seen his reporting evolve from courtroom coverage to authoritative examinations of billion-dollar media mergers, making him indispensable for understanding journalism’s business and legal frameworks.
Barr’s 4,000-word investigation revealed how Comcast’s planned separation of MSNBC would impact both NBC News operations and cable news economics. Through financial filings and insider interviews, he demonstrated how the spin-off could lead to:
“The SpinCo move represents cable news’ last attempt to remain profitable in an era where legacy business models collapse faster than replacement revenue streams emerge.”
This exclusive analyzed Judge McFadden’s landmark ruling requiring presidential press access, blending:
Barr’s reporting became essential reading for media lawyers, cited in 3 subsequent amicus briefs.
Documenting the first post-ruling White House access, Barr’s piece combined:
Barr consistently covers how antitrust regulations impact news organizations. Successful pitches should focus on:
Example: His SpinCo coverage analyzed 10-K filings most outlets overlooked.
Barr tracks press freedom cases across federal circuits. Compelling angles include:
With 18 articles on subscription trends since 2023, Barr seeks stories about:
Recognized for his investigative series on hedge fund ownership of local newspapers, which the judges called “a masterclass in financial journalism with public interest impact.”
Won for explaining complex Citizens United implications on campaign reporting, using plain-language breakdowns of FEC regulations.
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