As Michiganders gear up for the holiday season, Attorney General Dana Nessel has initiated a focused campaign to help people avoid getting fleeced by scammers. The initiative spans from Black Friday and stretches into the New Year, spotlighting different topics designed to educate consumers on the scams that typically proliferate during the gift-giving season.
"As we come together to celebrate the holidays, it’s important consumers stay vigilant against bad actors taking advantage of holiday spending and generosity to access personal and financial information," Nessel said, according to a press release. She added that the campaign is aimed at helping Michigan residents learn strategies to protect themselves and "enjoy a safe, secure holiday season."
The consumer protection campaign focuses on major shopping events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, along with the charitable spirit of Giving Tuesday. Attorney General Nessel will offer a series of tips and warnings designed to help consumers stay ahead of fraudsters. The campaign will cover a range of topics, including gifting circles, grandparent scams, travel advice, data breaches, and the complexities of health and travel club memberships.
Michigan residents looking to keep themselves updated can do so by following the Attorney General's official social media pages on Facebook, X(Twitter), Instagram, and Threads. Moreover, subscribing to the department's consumer alerts ensures one's stay abreast with the latest on scam avoidance. This year's campaign also gives prominence to the Consumer Protection Team logo, "Frankie Kaye," which pays homage to Former Michigan Attorney General Frank J. Kelly and symbolizes the enduring fight against consumer fraud, as per a press release by the Attorney General's office.
