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IRS Allows Churches to Endorse Candidates, Igniting Controversy

7/11/2025

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The IRS has shaken up the political landscape by permitting churches to endorse candidates while retaining their tax-exempt status, defying the Johnson Amendment. While conservatives celebrate this move, critics—particularly from communities of color—worry about the risks of political corruption and the integrity of faith-based organizations. The timing of this ruling has sparked intense debate.

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Story summary

The IRS has shaken up the political landscape by permitting churches to endorse candidates while retaining their tax-exempt status, defying the Johnson Amendment. While conservatives celebrate this move, critics—particularly from communities of color—worry about the risks of political corruption and the integrity of faith-based organizations. The timing of this ruling has sparked intense debate.