Former Congressman George Santos Pleads Guilty to Felony Fraud Charges

Former congressman George Santos pleaded guilty to felony fraud charges after admitting to fabricating key elements of his background and committing wire fraud and identity theft. He faces a minimum of two years in prison and must pay restitution and forfeiture. Santos was expelled from Congress for using campaign funds for personal expenses and lying about his background.

George Santos Wire Fraud Case

Former New York Republican Rep. George Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft, admitting to various crimes including filing fake FEC reports and embezzling money from campaign donors. He was expelled from Congress in December 2023, becoming the first member in over two decades to face expulsion. Santos faces a minimum of two years and a maximum of 22 years in prison, along with restitution and forfeiture of funds.

Airline Scammers Targeting Travelers on Social Media

Scammers are posing as airline customer service agents on social media in order to steal travelers' personal information during flight disruptions. Cybercrime is a growing threat with scammers using deceptive tactics to gain trust and extract sensitive data.

Identity Theft Scheme Targeting Lisa Marie Presley's Estate

An identity thief claimed to have a network that preyed on the dead, unsuspecting, and elderly, focusing on stealing personal information. The group targeted the estate of Lisa Marie Presley, attempting to foreclose on Graceland. However, their legitimacy has been questioned, with forged documents and fake entities involved.

AI Voice Clones Threatening Personal Identity

AI voice clones created from social media audio clips are a growing threat, as they can be used to trick individuals and break into bank accounts. Experts warn of the risks and advise caution in sharing personal information online.

Fraudulent Activity in NYC Department of Homeless Services

A NYC Department of Homeless Services fraud investigator has been charged with fraudulently claiming unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic by selling information of vulnerable New Yorkers to an identity theft scammer. The scheme involved accessing personal data of homeless individuals and filing false COVID unemployment claims.