LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – Scammers could attempt to take advantage of the federal government shutdown to harm those most directly impacted, according to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
Nessel says the shutdown could lead to those relying on federal benefits such as Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and SNAP to feel anxious about the status of said benefits. This, she says, could lead to bad actors posing as government officials in calls, texts, or emails.
While Nessel says the Department of Attorney General has yet to receive any reports of scams of this nature, she encourages people to remain vigilant…