最新报道:The IRS has issued new guidelines clarifying that churches and religious organizations can engage in political activities without risking their tax-exempt status, as long as such actions are not their primary focus. The updated rules allow religious leaders to endorse candidates or discuss political issues from a faith-based perspective, provided these activities remain "incidental" to their core mission. Critics argue this could blur the line between religion and politics, while supporters say it protects free speech. The move follows years of debate over the Johnson Amendment, which restricts tax-exempt entities from political campaigning. Churches failing to comply may face audits or lose nonprofit status.