A surprise IRS move on political endorsements leaves faith leaders and legal experts divided

A surprise IRS move on political endorsements leaves faith leaders and legal experts divided

A surprise move by the IRS that would allow pastors to back political candidates from the pulpit without losing their organization’s tax-exempt status is drawing praise from conservatives and even some progressive religious groups but concern from othe…

President Donald Trump looks up at the American flag on the flagpole on the South Lawn as he arrives at the White House, Sunday, July 6, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)