The IRS decided to allow religious leaders to endorse political candidates from the pulpit. One expert said Texas — with more than 200 megachurches — will be the epicenter for pastors and congregations to test out their new influence.
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A Houston man was arrested and charged for allegedly stealing money from several churches in the Dallas area, according to the Wylie Police Department.
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Trio of Texas Churches Donated to Political Candidate Despite Clear IRS Prohibition
https://www.propublica.org/article/texas-churches-campaign-donations-abilene-beard-johnson-amendment
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A candidate for the Abilene, Texas, City Council said that three churches made an honest mistake by donating to his campaign and that he is returning the money. The race has been beset by allegations of electioneering by churches.
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