Scammers are open for business. Washington isn't.
As a multi-billion dollar criminal scam industry grows, experts urge the federal government to prioritize international enforcement, institutional information sharing, and corporate accountability.
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Scammers are running a huge illegal business that makes billions of dollars. Experts say the U.S. government is not doing enough to stop them. They recommend stronger international cooperation, better sharing of information, and holding companies accountable.
Why it matters
Ordinary people lose money to scams every day, so stronger action could protect citizens and businesses. Better government response could reduce fraud and save billions.
- What kind of business are scammers running?
- They run a multi‑billion‑dollar illegal operation that tricks people out of money.
- What do experts want the U.S. government to do?
- They want more international teamwork, better information sharing, and to make companies responsible for scams.
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Scammers are open for business. Washington isn't.
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