This is just sad.
Trump supporters are reportedly being scammed out of thousands of dollars on items like "Trump Bucks".
Some of the supporters were convinced by fake videos of Trump and Elon Musk promoting the products.
A new report from NBC News shows some people thought buying the memorabilia would make them rich.
Supporters of former President Donald Trump are reportedly being scammed out of thousands of dollars through the sale of commemorative "Trump Bucks" that fraudsters say can be exchanged for real cash.
Several companies are allegedly using advertising tactics including creating AI-generated videos of Trump and other figures like Elon Musk to claim the worthless "Trump Bucks" will make them rich, according to a new report from NBC News.
Some of the people who bought the Trump memorabilia have attempted to exchange it for real US dollars at banks, and told NBC News that bank employees are reporting it as a growing issue. Several companies have been identified for marketing and selling the false currency, NBC News reported, including a number of businesses seemingly based in Colorado with names like Patriots Dynasty, Patriots Future, and USA Patriots.
"President Trump wants you to finally open your eyes and believe in his power for a better tomorrow!" reads a banner message on one of the sites advertising a "TRB Black Card," which sells as a single card for $90 or packs of up to 10 cards for $500.
Many of the people who bought the card or other Trump-branded items told NBC News that messages that appeared to imply Trump himself was endorsing the products were a significant motivator for them to buy in.
The card promises buyers will be able to "live the American Dream, live the life you were promised and get the things you always wanted without thinking twice!"
TRB System Membership Cards are official Donald Trump cards that allow Trump Bucks to be used as legal cash and deposited in places like JPMorgan Chase, The Bank of America, and Wells Fargo. The card will only be available for a limited time and will be given out based on who gets there first.
Trump Bucks can be used as legal cash at participating stores like Walmart, Costco, and Home Depot by people who have the card.
The TRB System Membership Card is just one of the many benefits that come with owning a Trump Buck. There are also discounts on goods and services, chances to go to special events, and other perks.
https://trbmembershipcard.com/
A card with a face on it, sold for 50 bucks, is not worth 10k in a bank. lol