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US States Challenge Meta Over Children’s Safety on Facebook and Instagram

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Jury selection begins Aug. 12 and opening arguments are set for Aug. 18 in Oakland, where several U.S. states will pursue Meta’s liability for allegedly designed features that keep young users engaged and inadequate safety warnings. Prosecutors link the design to mental health harms, while Meta denies wrongdoing, saying it supports youth and will show evidence. The case follows a 2021 Haugen-driven investigation.

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