House Passes Controversial Bill Targeting Nonprofits' Tax Status
The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 9495, a controversial bill dubbed the "nonprofit killer," which allows the Treasury Secretary to revoke the tax-exempt status of nonprofits deemed "terrorist supporting" without due process. The bill, passed with support from 15 Democrats, is criticized for potentially enabling authoritarian power and targeting groups advocating for Palestinian rights. Opponents, including civil liberties groups, argue it threatens free speech and dissent, drawing comparisons to the PATRIOT Act. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.