Tax Code Allows Political Speech By Churches, 5th Circ. Told

By Kat Lucero · July 15, 2026, 5:52 PM EDT

A Texas federal court wrongly rejected the IRS' proposed settlement that would allow churches to engage in political speech without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status, conservative groups told the Fifth Circuit, arguing...

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Case Information

Case Title

National Religious Broadcasters et al v. Bessent et al

Case Number

6:24-cv-00311

Court

Texas Eastern

Nature of Suit

Civil Rights: Other

Date Filed

August 28, 2024


Case Title

National Relig Brcast v. Bessent

Case Number

26-40237

Court

Appellate - 5th Circuit

Nature of Suit

2440 Other Civil Rights

Date Filed

April 28, 2026