IRS Allows Churches to Endorse Political Candidates
Written by Site Hub on July 8, 2025
In a major shift, the IRS announced that churches can now endorse political candidates without losing their tax-exempt status. The change, outlined in a court filing, reinterprets the Johnson Amendment of 1954, which prohibited tax-exempt entities from political campaigning. The IRS now views endorsements made during religious services as protected speech, likening them to “family discussions” rather than political intervention. While the IRS rarely enforced the rule in recent years, this move fulfills a long-standing conservative goal championed by former President Trump. Critics worry it may blur the lines between church and state, while supporters argue it restores free speech rights to faith communities.
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Source: NPR
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