Claremont Institute for the Study of Statesmanship and Political Philosophy

Conservative think tank founded in 1979 by students of Harry V. Jaffa in Upland, California. Made intellectual case for Trump. Senior Fellow John Eastman aided Trump in attempts to overturn 2020 election. Key figures include John Eastman (Senior Fellow, authored fake electors memos), Ryan Williams (President), Michael Anton (former NSC spokesman), and Thomas Klingenstein (Chairman). Awarded National Humanities Medal by Trump in 2019.