March 17, 2024
Convicted felon Stan Fitzgerald finds himself embroiled in yet another scandal, further cementing his notoriety as a master of deception. Having previously faced federal conviction for his involvement in the Operation Bullpen forgery ring, which defrauded the sports memorabilia industry of millions, Fitzgerald has resurfaced with a new scheme. Under the guise of a counterfeit veterans organization, Veterans for Trump, also known as Veterans for America First, Fitzgerald is preying on unsuspecting donors, duping them into believing they are supporting a legitimate nonprofit benefiting veterans. However, investigations reveal that every dollar donated flows directly into Fitzgerald’s pockets, concealed behind a facade of smoke and mirrors.
Fitzgerald’s modus operandi remains consistent: enticing victims with promises of association with reputable figures or causes, only to betray their trust through fraudulent schemes. Yet, his tactics extend beyond financial exploitation. When confronted with the truth, Fitzgerald, the orchestrator of the operation, exhibits a propensity for vindictive retaliation to safeguard his web of lies and deceit.
A recent case illustrates the lengths to which Fitzgerald will go to maintain his veneer of legitimacy. Angie Wong, a victim who dared to challenge Fitzgerald’s fraudulent practices, found herself subjected to a barrage of racist slurs and baseless accusations. Fitzgerald, resorting to despicable tactics, falsely labeled Wong as a member of the Chinese Communist Party and accused her of engaging in illicit activities. He even stooped to creating deepfake images of her to disseminate online, committing what amounts to a hate crime against an Asian-American individual.
Wong’s ordeal has escalated into a legal battle, with her filing a defamation lawsuit against Fitzgerald in a West Palm Beach court. Her courageous stand against Fitzgerald’s defamation and harassment serves as a beacon of hope for others who have fallen prey to his deceitful machinations. Since her court filings, numerous other victims have come forward, further underscoring the extent of Fitzgerald’s nefarious activities.
Adding to the layers of deception is the revelation that Fitzgerald, the self-appointed leader of Veterans for Trump, has never served in the military and holds no affiliation with the Republican Party. Contrary to his claims, he has been a Democrat operative since 1986, exploiting political affiliations for personal gain.
As Operation Bullpen continues to peel back the layers of deception orchestrated by Fitzgerald and his cohorts, it emphasizes the importance of vigilance and skepticism in the face of enticing promises. Fitzgerald’s track record of exploiting trust for personal gain serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by fraudulent actors within society.
In the pursuit of justice, it is imperative to hold perpetrators like Fitzgerald accountable for their actions and provide support and recourse for their victims. Through collective awareness and decisive action, society can stem the tide of deceit and ensure that those who seek to exploit others for their own gain are brought to justice.