Trump-branded scam case centers on fake products and a familiar pitch
Federal prosecutors say two North Macedonia nationals used fake “Trump Bucks” products to scam victims nationwide, and said the conduct may be ongoing.
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Federal prosecutors in Manhattan say two North Macedonia residents were charged May 13 in separate indictments over an alleged fake “Trump Bucks” scheme. The Justice Department says the products had no connection to Trump, his campaign or the Trump Organization.
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SDNY charges two North Macedonia nationals in Trump Bucks scam case
Federal prosecutors in Manhattan say two North Macedonia residents were charged May 13 in separate indictments over an alleged fake “Trump Bucks” scheme. The Justice Department says the products had no connection to Trump, his campaign or the Trump Organization.
Trump-branded scam case centers on fake products and a familiar pitch
Federal prosecutors say two North Macedonia nationals used fake “Trump Bucks” products to scam victims nationwide, and said the conduct may be ongoing.
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