Gillibrand Calls on Federal Government to Stop Scams Targeting Seniors

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand calls for action to protect seniors from fraud

(WIVT/WBGH) - Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is calling for action to fight against fraud on seniors as she says DOGE is cutting the federal agencies that protect citizens from scams. In 2024 seniors lost four point eight billion dollars to scammers. Federal agencies such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau track and investigate fraud complaints. Gillibrand says that the Trump administration's attempts to cut federal workers is preventing th…

Gillibrand calls on federal government to stop scams targeting seniors

She's taking aim at cuts made to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and its impact on seniors to fight fraud.

Expert with Cetera Wealth Services shares how to protect against scams targeting seniors

Elyse De Corah with Cetera Wealth Services shares how to protect against scams targeting seniors.