Due to a technical problem, the Federal Trade Commission press conference in Chicago will be repeated at 12:15 p.m. CST (1:15 p.m. EST) to announce a major law enforcement action against a national operation based in Beverly Hills, California, that allegedly bilked consumers out of more than $60 million by falsely claiming it can lower people’s tax debts. David Vladeck, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, will be available to answer reporters’ questions. A TV commercial used in the operation will be shown.
| WHO: | David C. Vladeck, FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection Director Consumers affected by the scheme |
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| WHEN: | Wednesday, October 6, 12:15 p.m. CST (1:15 p.m. EST) |
| WHERE: | FTC Midwest Regional Office Suite 1825 55 West Monroe Street Chicago, Illinois 60603 312-960-5634 |
| CALL-IN: | Reporters who wish to participate, but who cannot attend may call: 866-363-9013 Conference ID: 15089434. The leader is Gail Kingsland. This phone number is only for news reporters. |
| MEDIA CONTACT: | Office of Public Affairs 202-326-26180 |
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