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The Scam Exposed

Student Loan Forgiveness Scam

Other · United States · Reported August 16, 2026

They claimed to represent a Student Loan Forgiveness Program, refused to answer questions, and hung up when questioned.

What Was Reported

Type of scam
Other
Phone number used
(202) 221-7923
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Where it happened
United States
Money lost
None reported
Shared by
A community member
Date reported
August 16, 2026
Times read
11

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