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The Campaign Legal Center (CLC) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) legal organization based in the United States, founded in 2002 by Trevor Potter, a former Republican Commissioner and Chair of the Federal Election Commission. CLC specializes in litigation and policy advocacy to enforce election laws, promote transparency in campaign finance, defend democratic institutions, and uphold election integrity. Initially established at the University of Utah to advocate for the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act (McCain-Feingold), the organization played a key role in defending the legislation before the U.S. Supreme Court in 2003. Over the years, CLC has adapted to evolving threats to democracy, engaging in high-profile court cases and legislative efforts related to campaign finance, ethics, voting rights, redistricting, and elections. Under Trevor Potter's ongoing leadership as president, the organization litigates to strengthen democratic processes, challenge undue influence in politics, and ensure fair elections. With a staff of 51-200 employees, CLC operates as a key player in election law enforcement, contributing to significant legal precedents and policy changes aimed at upholding transparency and accountability in American democracy. Its nonpartisan approach allows collaboration across the political spectrum while targeting violations regardless of party affiliation.