Brazen social media fraud schemes wreak havoc as Trump official issues stark warning for 'fraudfluencers'

A Trump administration official warns of 'fraudfluencers' exploiting government programs through social media schemes. Britteny Egland, a California EDD contract employee, used platforms like Instagram and X to recruit followers for fraudulent unemployment and grant applications, stealing $2.8 million before being sentenced to 60 months in prison.