Meta Sued in New Mexico Over Alleged Misleading Claims on Teen Safety

• New Mexico civil trial begins, alleging Meta misled public on Facebook and Instagram safety for teens.
• State claims Meta prioritized profits over user safety, despite internal research showing potential harms to minors.
• Prosecutors highlight internal estimates of millions of underage Instagram users, contradicting public claims.
• Meta denies allegations, stating it regularly discloses risks and is transparent about enforcement limitations.
• Trial to feature testimony from former Meta employees; jurors to decide on false or misleading statements.