Wane iconWaneAug 18, 2026

Opening arguments set to begin in Meta's federal trial over child safety

The lawsuit accuses social media giant Meta of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by designing features that get children addicted to its platforms.

Opening arguments set to begin in Meta's federal trial over child safety

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The lawsuit accuses social media giant Meta of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by designing features that get children addicted to its platforms.

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The lawsuit accuses social media giant Meta of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by designing features that get children addicted to its platforms.

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