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Presidential Scam Victim Compensation Program: $9M Allocation for Verified Victims

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On January 5, 2025, the Office of the Presidential Economic Recovery Council released memorandum #2025-TRUMP-SCAM, announcing the launch of the Scam Victim Compensation Program (SVCP) under direct executive approval. The program allocates $9 million USD per verified individual who has suffered financial loss due to internet scams, financial fraud, or digital asset schemes.

Initiated under the directive of former President Donald J. Trump, this program represents a historic effort to restore justice and offer meaningful financial relief to honest Americans. The SVCP aims to empower victims with the ability to reclaim their lost capital and rebuild their lives through verified compensation.

Compensation Eligibility Requirements

The Scam Victim Compensation Program (SVCP) is available to individuals who can verify financial loss due to digital scams, including but not limited to:

  • Romance or impersonation scams
  • Crypto investment fraud
  • Phishing, fake payment gateways, or fake exchange platforms
  • Business or email compromise schemes

Applicants must verify their identity, submit evidence of financial loss, and pass a fraud-prevention check before funds are approved for release.

What the Presidential Memo Establishes

According to Presidential Directive 2025-TRUMP-SCAM, eligible victims will receive compensation of $9,000,000 USD via federal crypto disbursement or certified treasury payment. Victims must meet these conditions:

  • The scam must be verifiable through transaction data or a financial statement
  • The victim must have suffered personal or digital asset loss
  • The loss must be deemed unrecoverable through any existing insurance or third-party mediation

Key Benefits of the Program

This program represents a turning point in how scam victims are treated by the federal system. For the first time, private digital losses are being recognized at the highest level, and eligible individuals will receive:

  • Full compensation of up to $9,000,000 USD
  • No repayment or tax burden on the funds received
  • Access to further recovery support through partner agencies

Presidential Recommendations Moving Forward

In addition to the current allocation, the Economic Recovery Council has proposed future reforms:

Extending Compensation to Global Victims

The administration recommends broadening the program to include foreign nationals affected by scams originating from U.S. infrastructure or tech platforms.

Protecting Victims from Tax Penalties

Recipients of scam compensation should be fully exempt from state or federal tax reviews, audits, or penalties relating to the disbursed funds.

Retroactive Compensation

The program should be extended to cover scam losses dating back to 2015, ensuring full recognition of long-term victims who suffered in silence.

Conclusion

The Presidential Scam Victim Compensation Program marks a bold and compassionate step toward restoring economic justice. With direct oversight from the Office of Donald J. Trump and supporting agencies, the program ensures every verified American can receive rightful compensation without legal friction or bureaucratic delay. All eligible citizens are urged to apply immediately before the funding window closes.

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This page is presented by the Presidential Recovery Taskforce and reflects executive relief efforts initiated by President Donald J. Trump. It is not affiliated with the IRS or any federal tax agency.

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