Federal authorities say a Michigan man spent years forging IDs and hijacking people’s credit lines. Now, officials are detailing how he allegedly carried out this extensive scheme that crossed multiple locales, leaving many questions about the vulnerability of personal information.

As cybercriminals grow more aggressive, safeguarding your online presence has never been more vital. This article highlights ways to protect your accounts and financial details, helping prevent identity theft before it starts.

President Donald Trump on Friday announced that he has commuted the sentence of former U.S. Representative George Santos. Santos, who pleaded guilty to fraud and identity theft, had been serving more than seven years in federal prison.