New scam: Texts offering Illinoisans Real ID upgrades

Published February 22, 2021 3:00pm ET



Illinois scammers are texting people, offering to update their driver’s licenses to Real IDs. “Don’t fall for it,” Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White warns.

The scammers are just out to get people to click on their link and give them personal information, the Secretary of State says.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.