Establishment of the Task Force on Market Integrity and Consumer Fraud

Executive Order 2018-15299
Signed on July 12, 2018
45th Presidency

What it means

Establishes a Task Force on Market Integrity and Consumer Fraud within the Department of Justice to coordinate investigating and prosecuting fraud cases. The Deputy Attorney General will lead the Task Force, which includes officials from across government agencies.

Expected impact

  • Improved coordination among federal, state, local, and tribal authorities in detecting and prosecuting fraud
  • Enhanced protection for vulnerable populations like the elderly, service members, and veterans against various types of fraud
  • More effective investigation and recovery of proceeds from financial crimes including cyber-fraud, securities fraud, healthcare fraud, and money laundering

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