The Minnesota AFL-CIO is spreading the word that scammers may be trying to solicit credit card information from union members to benefit the "Dayton recount."
The union federation has heard reports from two people who have received calls from a person claiming to be an AFL-CIO representative. The caller asks for credit card information in support of the Dayton recount.
"Neither the Minnesota AFL-CIO, National AFL-CIO, nor the Dayton Recount are soliciting individual contributions from union retirees," said Minnesota AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Steve Hunter. "We are working with the proper authorities to uncover and stop this potential scam."
A press release originally said they had heard of one report, but spokesman Chris Shields said they have since learned of another. The first case featured a call from an unlisted Anaheim, Ca. number.
The organization is asking anyone who receives such a call to notify them at 651-227-7647.
