Financial losses from cybercrime increased by more than 33% in 2023, with seniors disproportionately affected, according to the FBI. The aging population in the United States lost over $3 billion to scams last year, highlighting a growing crisis of elder fraud. Consumers reported losing $470 million in 2024 to scams initiated through text messages, a fivefold increase since 2020, as noted by the Federal Trade Commission. In response, officials in states such as Iowa and Florida are intensifying efforts to combat online scams targeting older adults. Iowa Representative Zach Nunn is advocating for enhanced law enforcement tools to protect seniors, while Florida authorities, including Sheriff Ivey, are actively working to safeguard their vulnerable senior populations from evolving criminal tactics.