The Council for National Policy (CNP) is a secretive private conservative umbrella organization and networking group founded in 1981 by Tim LaHaye, a prominent evangelical Christian author and leader of the Christian right, during the Reagan administration. It serves as a hub for conservative and Republican Party initiatives in the United States, coordinating strategy and bringing together influential figures from politics, religion, business, and media to strategize on social and political issues. The organization focuses on policy alignment for Christian and pro-family causes, including opposition to abortion, promotion of traditional family values, and resistance to progressive social reforms. Its closed-door meetings are highly confidential, with members bound by strict rules prohibiting disclosure of membership, discussions, or even the organization's name, fostering an aura of exclusivity and influence behind the scenes. The CNP has played a significant role in mobilizing the religious right and conservative networks, influencing Republican platforms and electoral strategies over decades as part of a broader conservative network. A leaked membership list from September 2020 revealed over 500 members, including prominent Republicans like Mike Pence, Newt Gingrich, and various evangelical pastors, highlighting its deep ties to the party's establishment and the Christian nationalist movement. The organization has been criticized for its opacity and alleged role in advancing far-right agendas, including climate change denial, anti-LGBTQ+ policies, and election integrity efforts post-2020. Controversies include accusations of serving as a conduit for dark money in politics and promoting conspiracy theories, though the group maintains it is a private forum for like-minded individuals.