Malicious Actors Impersonating Senior US Officials, FBI Warns

Criminals contact a target by impersonating a U.S. official and briefly engage in conversation on a topic the target is well-versed in.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation seal seen in Washington on Oct. 21, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times

Malicious actors are impersonating government officials to secure sensitive information and steal funds, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said in an alert on Dec. 19.

“Activity dating back to 2023 reveals malicious actors have impersonated senior U.S. state government, White House, and Cabinet-level officials, as well as members of Congress to target individuals, including officials’ family members and personal acquaintances,” the alert said.