The federal trial against Meta starts with jury selection over allegations that its platforms have harmed youth mental health and unlawfully tracked children.
Jury selection commenced on Wednesday, August 13, 2026, in a federal court case against Meta. The trial addresses claims that Meta's platforms have negatively impacted youth mental health and have tracked children in violation of federal law. The proceedings are taking place in California, with coverage provided by correspondent Wassim Cornet.
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