Q1: Who is Elizabeth Luttig?
Elizabeth A. Luttig is the wife of prominent conservative jurist and former Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals judge J. Michael Luttig. She is a private philanthropist and historic preservationist who stepped into the public spotlight through civic initiatives supporting constitutional literacy.
Q2: What is Elizabeth Luttig’s connection to the Federalist Papers?
In September 2023, Elizabeth and Judge J. Michael Luttig loaned their original 1788 two-volume McLean edition of The Federalist to the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, ensuring the rare historical artifact remains accessible to the public.
Q3: Does Elizabeth Luttig hold political office or give public interviews?
No. Elizabeth Luttig maintains a strictly private personal life. She does not seek political office, run public campaigns, or give media interviews, preferring to advance civic education and historic preservation through quiet institutional philanthropy.
Q4: How did Elizabeth support Judge Luttig during his historic testimony?
Elizabeth served as the primary personal anchor during his June 2022 testimony before the House January 6 Committee. Her support helped the family navigate the intense political crosswinds and personal security adjustments surrounding his defense of the Electoral Count Act.
