Mark Ballard is a journalist based in New Orleans, Louisiana. He writes for NOLA.com and The Advocate, covering local news and politics. His work has also been featured in Computing, ComputerWeekly.com, Raconteur, and KTBS - TV.
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Mark Ballard's coverage is heavily focused on government and politics, with a particular emphasis on local (Louisiana, New Orleans) and national (United States) political developments. He often covers announcements related to government policies and legal regulations, making him likely to be interested in pitches that offer insights or commentary on these topics.
Given his focus on specific political figures such as Steve Scalise, Mitch Landrieu, Bill Cassidy, and Mike Johnson within the Louisiana and US political landscape, he may be open to interviews or contributions from experts who can provide valuable analysis of their impact or decisions.
Pitches should take into account Mark's strong geographic focus on Louisiana and New Orleans when offering relevant stories or expert sources. Additionally, an understanding of the intricacies of U.S. politics at both federal and state levels would be beneficial for anyone reaching out to him.
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By: Mark Ballard
WASHINGTON – Hoping to soon restore rail service along the Gulf Coast from New Orleans and Mobile after 20 years, the Federal Railroad Administration last week granted $21.1 million for Amtrak, U.S.
By: Mark Ballard
WASHINGTON – Before the temperatures started to drop and imperiled the crawfish season, U.S. Rep.
By: Mark Ballard
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy announced Friday that he would vote to confirm Pete Hegseth to lead the U.S. Department of Defense.
By: Mark Ballard
WASHINGTON – Southern California’s ongoing wildfires — which so far have killed 27 and burned down at least 10,000 homes — are expected to need billions of dollars in disaster
By: Mark Ballard
Here's how Louisiana politicians participated in Trump's inauguration — and what the new administration might mean for the state.
By: Mark Ballard, Alex Lubben
WASHINGTON – Within a few hours of being sworn in, President Donald Trump signed pardons for about 1,500 people involved in the U.S. Capitol riot four years ago on January
By: Willie Swett, Mark Ballard, Alex Lubben
WASHINGTON – Within a few hours of being sworn in , President Donald Trump signed pardons for about 1,500 people involved in the U.S.
By: Mark Ballard
WASHINGTON – Many Louisiana lobbyists, business executives and government leaders came to the nation's capitol for the inauguration of President Donald Trump, with plans to stay through Sunday for Washington Mardi Gras.
By: Mark Ballard
Special agent in charge of Homeland Security Investigations in New Orleans Eric DeLaune was selected to be the federal coordinator for the 2025 Super Bowl and for Mardi Gras.
By: Mark Ballard
WASHINGTON – Louisiana had only begun to reopen airports Thursday morning after a blizzard, but Washington Mardi Gras was in full swing.
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