Fraud and the Struggles of Single Mothers

This chapter addresses the harrowing experience of a single mother in Baltimore who loses her government aid funds to fraud, highlighting the devastating impact on her family's financial stability. It delves into the rising trend of fraud targeting social welfare programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, revealing the vulnerabilities of these systems and the challenges faced by government agencies in combating cyber threats. The discussion also introduces proposed legislative measures aimed at enhancing security and providing support for victims of fraud within these essential assistance programs.