IRS says church leaders can endorse candidates
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Churches can endorse candidates from the pulpit without endangering their tax-exempt status, the IRS said in a Texas court filing. One pastor who spoke to the Observer called it a "moot point."
By interpreting political discussions during worship as private conversations, the IRS creates a loophole that will lead to organizations seeking tax breaks in exchange for political support and introduce hidden sources of money into elections.
A resolution repealing the IRS rule was signed into law by President Trump in April, after passing both the House and Senate with bipartisan support.
A reinterpretation of a tax rule signals that houses of worship may now be able to endorse political candidates without losing tax-exempt status.
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