Overview

• Hundreds of elderly Americans, many with cognitive impairments, have been misled into donating millions to political campaigns, often depleting their life savings.
• Reports highlight deceptive tactics, such as unclear recurring donation options, that exploit the elderly's vulnerability, with Republican campaigns receiving the majority of these funds.
• The Federal Trade Commission has received significantly more complaints about the Republican platform WinRed compared to the Democratic platform ActBlue.
• Family members often discover the extent of the donations only after financial damage is done, with many struggling to secure refunds for their loved ones.
• Despite awareness and complaints, regulatory bodies have limited authority to prevent these practices, leaving vulnerable donors at continued risk.