The Proliferation of Counterfeit US Passport Cards: Causes, Consequences, and Countermeasures The issue of  counterfeit US passport cards  has become a significant concern for the United States government and international law enforcement agencies. The proliferation of these falsified documents poses a severe threat to national security, immigration control, and the integrity of the United States’ passport system. This paper aims to explore the causes and consequences of this illicit activity, as well as the potential countermeasures to combat this growing problem. Causes Globalization and the Internet: The advent of globalization and the Internet has made it easier for counterfeiters to produce and distribute  fake documents  worldwide. The dark web, in particular, has become a breeding ground for such illicit activities, enabling criminals to operate anonymously and reach a broader market. Demand for legitimate documents: There is a high demand for legitimate documents, such as  US