Does the US recognize Scientology as a religion?

The United States, home to the majority of Scientologists, has recognized Scientology as a religion, with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reaffirming the church’s tax-exempt status in 1993 after a long-running investigation.

Did Scientology sue the IRS?

The Church of Scientology International filed a $120-million federal lawsuit against 17 Washington- and Los Angeles-based Internal Revenue Service officials Monday, accusing them of waging a 33-year campaign of illegal acts against Scientology and a large number of its members.

Why doesn’t the FBI investigate Scientology allegations?

The FBI doesn’t investigate it because the stuff that you’re basing this on involves lies from a few people who were themselves tossed out of Scientology for unethical activity. In fact the lack of investigation is the surest sign that the allegations are false.

Is the Church of Scientology legal?

The Church of Scientology has been investigated many times and there have been associated court cases, guilty verdicts, fines, and imprisonment. (1) Due to the church and state separation laws, behaviors which might be illegal outside the sphere of a religion may be legal within.

Did IRS tax investigation scare Scientology’s leadership?

The tax investigation in question appears to have scared Scientology’s leadership, according to a report the FBI received from an informant about Scientology’s alleged plans to destroy financial documents, including memos reportedly written by L. Ron Hubbard himself.

How are people tossed out of Scientology?

People are not “tossed out” of Scientology. They are followed, harassed and intimidated. The examples of this are legion. I believe the investigation still remains open. If and when Shelly Miscavige ever see’s the light of day and testifies against her husband, the full details will be exposed.