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Money Mule Scams Are More Common Than You Would Expect
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A money mule scam is when someone sends money to you and asks you to send a portion of it to someone else. They often ask you to use gift cards or wire transfers. The money they are providing you is likely stolen. Drug and human trafficking are also common sources of the money, and they're lying about the reason they need you to send it.