You should be wary of any links in the message, Ramzan said. If you think the link is legitimate, you can (and should) hover over to check the URL before you click. "If the URL looks off or doesn't match the official site, it's likely a scam," he said. To play it safe, call the toll agency directly to take care of any unpaid tolls.

The texts from E-ZPass seem official, but there are often easy ways to determine that someone is trying to steal your money.

Joshua Stueve, a top spokesperson for the Department of Justice (DOJ), has resigned, citing a “toxic work environment” in his letter to leadership. “Simply put, I cannot continue to serve in such a hostile and toxic work environment, one where leadership at the highest levels makes clear we are not welcomed or valued, much less…