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Churches and Religious Organizations Can Endorse Political Candidates, IRS Announces

July 11, 2025

The Johnson Amendment has been used to silence churches and pastors. Not anymore. The recent IRS change is a huge win for religious liberty.

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Waco, TX Victory | First Liberty

Victory: Texas City Stops Enforcing Policy That Banished Church Members to “Free Speech Zone”

July 11, 2025

The city of Waco, TX, announced that it will no longer enforce a discriminatory policy that banished church members to a free speech zone.

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Anchor Stone Victory | First Liberty Insider

Victory: Anchor Stone Church Can Renovate its Building

July 4, 2025

The city of Santa Ana agreed to grant zoning and building permits, marking a victory for the church. They now have the freedom to renovate.

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The Rock Victory | First Liberty Insider

Victory: The Rock Church in Colorado Can Continue Serving The Community

June 20, 2025

We reached an agreement with the city that allows the church to continue its ministry to help the displaced.

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Grace New England Church | First Liberty Insider

Pastor Will Continue Worship Services Amidst Town’s Attempt to Shut Down His Church

May 23, 2025

Local officials in New Hampshire insist that Pastor Howard Kaloogian is not allowed to have church services in the barn of his property.

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Churches Johnson Amendment | First Liberty Insider

Can Government Keep Churches Silent on Political Candidates?

May 16, 2025

First Liberty Live discusses the Johnson Amendment, an IRS provision that’s been used to silence houses of worship.

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