James Finn

James Finn serves as a New Orleans Political and Government Reporter for The Times-Picayune | Nola.com since June 2021, specializing in deeper narratives on the intersection of political power and New Orleans' culture. Finn's prior roles include State Politics Reporter and Law Enforcement and Crime Reporter, generating significant coverage on Louisiana's state budget, legislation, and law enforcement issues, earning accolades for investigative work. Additionally, Finn has experience with Report for America and VTDigger, and has engaged in public relations and reporting internships. Finn holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and Spanish from Middlebury College, class of 2021.