DHS Warns of New Online Scam That Could Drain Your Bank Account – Here’s How to Spot It. The u.s. department of homeland security has issued an urgent alert about a sophisticated phishing scam targeting American households, warning that clicking one wrong link could empty your savings account. Scammers are posing as DHS officials via text and email, claiming you owe a "national security fee" or face arrest. The agency stresses it never demands money by phone or email. To protect your wallet, DHS advises never to share personal info or click links in unsolicited messages, and to report suspicious contacts immediately. Your financial safety may depend on staying a step ahead.