Two North Macedonian nationals, Stamenko Stankovic and Stojan Stankovic, have been indicted in New York for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving fake collectible items known as "Trump Bucks." These products were falsely marketed to U.S. consumers as being endorsed by former President Donald Trump and promised substantial monetary returns, which were never realized. The scheme reportedly extracted hundreds of thousands of dollars from victims, primarily targeting elderly Trump supporters. The defendants face wire fraud charges for misleading buyers into believing they were purchasing legitimate financial instruments. The operation falsely suggested endorsements from major banks to enhance its credibility. Despite the name "Trump Bucks," these were not digital or blockchain-based products but rather physical collectibles with no real value. The Department of Justice's pursuit of these charges highlights its commitment to tackling cross-border fraud affecting U.S. citizens.