U.S. Representative from Kentucky's 6th Congressional District since 2013. Born July 24, 1973, in Lexington. Graduate of Henry Clay High School, University of Virginia (B.A.), and University of Kentucky Law School (J.D.). Previously served in the administration of Kentucky Governor Ernie Fletcher. Barr has served as senior member of the House Financial Services Committee and chairs its Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy Subcommittee. He also serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Native of Lexington, Kentucky, from prominent family (Barr Street named after ancestor). Father founded accounting firm and physician practice company; mother is deacon in Episcopal Diocese. Barr worked as staffer for Sen. Mitch McConnell early in career, learning conservative leadership before running for House in 2012. Unsuccessful first run for House in 2010; elected to House in 2012 and re-elected six times, winning by margins ranging from 3 to 29 percentage points.
Strong restrictionist stance supporting deportations and border closure
Barr has positioned himself as one of the most vocal advocates for border security in Congress and claims to be 'rated one of the top members of Congress on border security for standing with President Trump.'
Voting History: Supported Trump's border policies; criticized for 2021 support for Afghan visa program
Pro-fossil fuel, pro-drilling expansion
Supports coal and natural gas development, opposes ESG and environmental regulations
Voting History: Voted for Lower Energy Costs Act and other deregulation measures
Anti-abortion with limited exceptions
Believes abortion should be illegal in all cases except to save mother's life. Opposed taxpayer funding for abortion.
Voting History: Voted for Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act; filed amicus brief supporting overturning Roe v. Wade
Barr has served since 2013 with 2.2% missed votes, in line with median. Conservative voting record on financial regulation, military spending, and cultural issues. Voted with working people only 5-10% according to AFL-CIO scorecards.
| Bill | Title | Vote | Date | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H.R. 884 | Energy/Environmental Regulation | Yea | 2025-06-10 | Supported pro-energy/pro-business legislation |
| H.R. 2096 | Financial Services Related | Yea | 2025-06-10 | Supported financial sector priorities |
Social media tone is more casual and direct than formal campaign messaging, frequently praising Trump and attacking 'woke' policies. More combative when discussing opponents than in official campaign materials.
Named son after American Revolution hero Nathan Hale; took oath to join SAR
Personal identity and patriotic messaging
View post →Announced McKinzii Todd Poe as new KY-06 District Director
Constituency service messaging
View post →Praised Trump/Pulte for rural homeowner relief; discussed roof coverage and insurance premiums
Economic populism and Trump alliance
View post →Barr is 'fully-owned subsidiary of the McConnell Machine'
Cameron's campaign argues Barr is establishment despite anti-establishment messaging
Barr has 'blood on his hands' for voting to give special immigration status to Afghan citizens
Morris attacked Barr in March 2026 GOP debate for 2021 Afghanistan visa support