30. Swindled and Scammed
There is an emerging trend in the world of political fundraising — grifters preying on the elderly and others with fake campaigns.
The worst part? There are barely any laws on the books to stop them.
In episode 30, Weston chats with Daily Beast reporter Roger Sollenberger about “scam PACs” and how they have been used to con unsuspecting Americans into contributing to fake causes and campaigns.
Guest:
- Roger Sollenberger, Reporter at The Daily Beast
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