Fear And Opportunity: Immigration Scams Surged As Trump's Sweeps Lured Desperate People To Eager Defrauders

Immigration scams targeting desperate asylum seekers and legal residents have surged since Trump's crackdown, doubling complaints to the FTC over five years. These sophisticated schemes often use AI-generated images and fake attorney impersonations to exploit fear and confusion among immigrants, leading many to lose significant amounts of money and face deportation. Tech professionals should be vigilant about online security and report suspicious activities to authorities.

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