Romans 13:1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. 2 Whosoever therefore resists the power, resists the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.
America is a secular government, and even though God is mentioned in our constitution, we have not entered into any contract with God, as did the Jews anciently, at Mt Sinai, to keep His commandments, and His laws, and thus, there are to be clear lines between church and state, in order to preserve our democracy.
When the Christian begins to Cozy up to politicians, and when the church enlists civil power, to enforce what she deems to be right, then inevitably, persons who beg to differ would be viewed as enemies of the state, and wherever this perspective is held the next step will be the persecution of dissenters.
Sad to say, lying is a part of politics for the most part and it has almost become a requirement on your resume if you aspire to enter that field, and because of this unfortunate reality, Christians who get into bed with politicians will almost certainly be asked to do something that isn’t right, at some point in time or another, so as to curry favor with the politician in question.
Romans 13:5 Wherefore you must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience’s sake. 6 For this cause, you pay tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing. 7 Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honor to whom honor.
May The Lord add His blessing to the study of His word. God bless!