Authorities and individuals across the United States are raising alarms over a surge in scam activities targeting unsuspecting victims through various methods, including impersonation and fraudulent schemes involving state benefits cards. The West Mercia Police have issued a warning to be cautious of unexpected emails or messages offering holiday deals, advising the public to report suspicious messages to re-port@phishing.gov.uk to combat holiday fraud. Similarly, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has alerted Texans about a phone scam targeting Lone Star Card users, emphasizing that HHSC, through the @TexasOIG, will never ask for card numbers or pins over the phone. Additionally, numerous individuals, including public figures and representatives from the tech and financial sectors, have reported being impersonated by scammers on social media platforms like Tik Tok and Telegram, attempting to deceive followers into fraudulent transactions or to steal personal information. Notable impersonation reports include those against @AlecToreli and @BobKnakals, highlighting a growing trend of sophisticated scam operations exploiting digital communication channels to conduct financial fraud and identity theft.