Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024 with a staggering $12.5 billion lost. It’s a shocking increase of more than 24% over 2023 nationwide. Cathy McLeer, State Director, AARP MN talks about the steps the agency is taking to protect consumers. Freddie Bell’s new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334