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Scammers Pose as Government in Passport Service Ads
Reported by US Federal Trade CommissionOctober 22, 2026
What is happening
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against GovAssist LLC, Entry LLC, and Scott Zuckerman. They're accused of running deceptive ads that pretend to offer government-related passport services.
How the scam works
These companies use paid ads on search engines like Google to mislead people. When you search for passport services, their sites show up as top results. They falsely claim affiliation with the U.S. State Department and promise services they can't deliver.
How to spot it
Be cautious if a site claims to offer passport services with government affiliation but appears in paid ad results. Look for misleading prices and service promises that aren't fulfilled.
What to do
Always verify the authenticity of the website before sharing any personal information. Access official government websites directly to avoid scams.
This is our summary of reporting by US Federal Trade Commission. We have not reproduced their article.
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