A growing number of scams in the U.S. are using artificial intelligence to trick people, especially during a time of economic stress and political uncertainty. Criminals are taking advantage of tools like AI-generated voices and deepfake videos to pretend to be trusted figures, such as government agents or family members. These advanced scams are often so convincing that they can slip past normal security checks. Many people have been targeted with fake offers for rebates, tax refunds, or special stimulus payments, often sent through emails or social media. As inflation and interest rates rise, and with elections on the horizon, people are more vulnerable to these tricks—making it easier for scammers to steal billions of dollars.