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Opening arguments set to begin in Meta’s federal trial over child safety
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Joseph Swanson , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 18, 2026
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Key points The lawsuit alleges that Meta contributes to the youth mental health crisis by designing addictive features and collects data on children under 13 without parental consent. The trial involves 29 states that sued Meta in 2023 over child safety and privacy concerns.
A pivotal trial for Meta Platforms is set to begin with opening arguments. Attorneys general from several states are seeking financial damages and changes to how the company operates its platforms. The lawsuit alleges that Meta contributes to the youth mental health crisis by designing addictive features and collects data on children under 13 without parental consent.
The trial involves 29 states that sued Meta in 2023 over child safety and privacy concerns. The remaining 25 states will go to trial later. Meta also faces lawsuits in state courts.
Further details about the trial and the allegations against Meta are available from the source.
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Category: library Published: August 18, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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