Q has indicated many times that he/they use disinformation. Barr has shown no signs of being a guy who lies publicly. He’s a straight shooter. So I’m more inclined to believe his actual words than with some other people.
In the same interview Barr also said Sessions tapped Huber to look into U1 and the CF and that he expects something on those investigations soon.
I agree with you about Barr. He's a straight shooter and he speaks in very measured tones and chooses his words with precision. Every word.