Planned Parenthood Faces Allegations Over Tax-Exempt Status

Planned Parenthood is facing accusations of violating its tax-exempt status by allegedly providing workspace for the Harris-Walz presidential campaign, according to an IRS complaint filed by the pro-life organization 40 Days for Life. The complaint claims that Planned Parenthood's actions constitute potentially prohibited political activities that could impact its tax-exempt status. CEO Shawn Carney highlighted that the organization observed Planned Parenthood staff promoting campaign events and distributing related flyers, which he argues is a clear violation of the regulations governing 501(c)(3) organizations. This complaint follows a previous allegation regarding Planned Parenthood's mobile abortion bus operating near the Democratic National Convention. Planned Parenthood has not publicly responded to these claims as of the publication deadline. The ongoing scrutiny reflects broader tensions surrounding the organization's political involvement and funding.