Overview
Eastman was a law professor and legal adviser involved in disputed legal strategies following the November 2020 election. The January 6 committee documents show Cleta Mitchell requested an elector-selection memorandum from him on November 5.
Documented role and evidence limits
Eastman wrote a December 23, 2020 memorandum arguing Vice President Mike Pence could reject electoral votes. The January 6 committee concluded that this theory was contrary to established election law. Attribution here is to the committee and the dated memoranda.
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Sources
- January 6 committee: origins of elector memoranda
- January 6 committee: Eastman's December 2020 memoranda
Inclusion documents a sourced role, statement, communication, or appointment; it does not establish guilt, intent, or unlawful coordination. Congressional investigative findings are identified as such, distinct from judicial findings.