Since 2015, dozens of elderly homeowners in Beijing fell victim to investment scams operating under the banner of “housing-for-pension” schemes, mortgaging their homes only to lose them. Entrusted by government authorities, Wu Jie led a team of public interest lawyers providing legal aid to the victims.
2017
CCTV “Focus Report” Feature
On March 20, 2017, CCTV’s Focus Report aired a feature titled “Seniors Beware: The Housing-for-Profit Trap.”
2018
CCTV “Legal Report” Interview
On June 30, 2018, CCTV’s Legal Report interviewed Wu Jie in an episode titled “A Scam Behind Notarization.”
CCTV Legal Report broadcast
Ongoing
Sustained National Coverage
China Youth Daily, Beijing TV’s Justice in Action and other national media provided sustained follow-up coverage.
