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IRS Reverses Course, Grants Tax-Exempt Status To Christian Group After Initially Rejecting, Saying “Bible’s Teachings” Associated With Republican Party

Ashe Schow
IRS Reverses Course, Grants Tax-Exempt Status To Christian Group After Initially Rejecting, Saying “Bible’s Teachings” Associated With Republican Party
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The IRS reversed its earlier decision to deny tax-exempt status to a Christian group, a denial that included a rejection letter claiming the “Bible’s teachings are typically affiliated with the Republican Party and candidates.”

The Washington Examiner reported that Christians Engaged, described by the outlet as “a Texas-based nonprofit group that encourages religious citizens to vote and get involved in politics,” was initially denied its application to be recognized as a 501(c)(3). First Liberty Institute, which represented the organization, filed an appeal that said:

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