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Southwest surprises, tariff guac shock, and fraud flourishes

The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Rising Threat of Imposter Scams and the FTC's Challenges

This chapter explores the increasing prevalence of fraud, particularly imposter scams, and the substantial financial losses faced by victims. It addresses the impact of reduced federal funding on the FTC's capacity to tackle these issues, raising concerns about consumer protection.

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