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Second man guilty in Colombian drugging, kidnapping of US soldiers
Another defendant faces trial in November. The first defendant was sentenced to 48 years.
By Todd South
Troops’ best defense against fraud is in jeopardy, advocates warn
“The thought of CFPB going away is frightening,” one advocate told senators.
By Karen Jowers
VA officials sound alarm on uptick in veterans benefits scams
The department is launching a new outreach effort to help veterans spot potential fraud before they become victims.
Man who pretended to be Marine while in prison sentenced to 3 years
After leaving prison, Jakobie Scott Timblin wore dress blues with a Purple Heart in front of his romantic partner's family as part of the scam, police say.
Scammers who target veterans could face extra prison time
Legislation would add 10 years to fraud convictions when the victim is targeted because of their veteran status.
Lawmaker pushes plan to cap attorney fees for Camp Lejeune lawsuits
VA officials and veterans advocates have warned that many veterans may be taken advantage of by lawyers filing suits related to water contamination there.
Feds to vets: Beware of scammers charging you to file for benefits
'These companies are making millions off of our veterans.'
By Karen Jowers
Virginia ‘Tinder Swindler’ who preyed on sailors pleads guilty
Posing as women on Tinder, conspirators demonstrated romantic interest in sailors. Then they swindled them.
Ponzi scheme leader who preyed on vets sentenced to 10 years
The conspiracy entrapped veterans in exploitative loans, with interest rates as high as 240%.
Scam targeting GI Bill students nets Texas man 19 years in prison
Ready Retail was raided by the FBI in September 2017.
The Spouse Angle Podcast — Up this week: How Cybercriminals Are Attacking Military Families
A Gold Star spouse discovered her late husband’s photo was being used in online romance scams.
By Military Times staff