Discussing the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act
August 18, 2026
Fraud losses are surging, but victims can face another financial blow after the scam: taxes on money they’ve already lost. A bipartisan bill in Congress, the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act, aims to change how the tax code treats fraud victims. Joining us is Courtney Werning, Principal at Meyer Wilson Werning, to explain the current rules, what the bill could change, and what victims should know now.
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Sean Thrunk
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Sean Thrunk is an award-winning multi-media journalist and graduate of Montclair State University.
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