Meta faces US trial over alleged youth social media addiction
By The BriefBrief
A coalition of U.S. states brings a California trial seeking sweeping changes and penalties against Meta’s Facebook and Instagram.
WHO:A coalition of U.S. states
WHAT:States seek sweeping changes and potentially up to $1.4 trillion in penalties over allegations Facebook and Instagram were designed to keep minors hooked
WHEN:Reported Aug 12, 2026 at 9:23 AM ET
WHERE:California, USA
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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