In 2025, the United States continues to face a growing crisis of illegal robocalls and scam calls, with nearly 2,000 robocalls placed every second to consumers nationwide. Massachusetts alone received over 43 million robocalls in May, many of which are linked to dangerous scams targeting vulnerable populations. Lawmakers, including House Commerce Committee Chairman Gary Palmer, have held hearings to address the issue, emphasizing the need for stronger enforcement and legislative action. The problem has been exacerbated by technological advancements and recent data breaches, notably a Coinbase breach linked to an India-based employee of the U.S. outsourcing firm TaskUs, which has led to a tenfold increase in spam calls and texts. This breach has also resulted in victims receiving fraudulent mailings claiming credit protection services. Critics have pointed to reduced resources at the Federal Trade Commission and Federal Communications Commission under the Trump administration as a hindrance to combating these scams. Lawmakers stress the urgency of protecting consumers and holding bad actors accountable to prevent further financial losses and disruptions, particularly in critical sectors like healthcare.