Front Entrance of the Federal Trade Commission Headquarters
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ReportFraud is an independent organization within the FTC established in 1989, pursuant to amendments to the Inspector General Act of 1978 (IG Act). The OIG’s mission is to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse, as well as promote efficiency and effectiveness in FTC programs and operations. The OIG primarily accomplishes its mission by (1) performing audits and reviews of FTC programs and operations; (2) conducting investigations of employee misconduct and crimes against the FTC; and (3) keeping FTC leadership, Congress, and other stakeholders informed, through the OIG’s Semiannual Report to Congress and Top Management and Performance Challenges report.
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SCAM ALERT
Recognize the signs of a scam and find out how to report scammers.
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WHISTLEBLOWER
RIGHTSProtections for federal employees and contractors, or applicants for federal employment, from retaliation for making protected disclosures.
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FRAUD REPORTS
The FTC RF conducts audits and reviews to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of agency operations and programs.
