Meta is on trial again, and it could be the social media trial of the century. Megan Garcia, a mom who says she lost her son after he was lured by an AI chatbot, is sounding the alarm about the risks big tech can pose to children. She joins The Weekend to weigh in.
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A New Mexico study simulated a mother offering to traffic her child on Instagram, and "no one stepped in," Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen tells "Elizabeth Vargas Reports." The simulation is part of an ongoing case in New Mexico accusing Meta of failing to protect children from harm. MORE: https://www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/ap-us-news/ap-trial-against-meta-in-new-mexico-focuses-on-dangers-of-child-sexual-exploitation-on-social-media/
New accusations have been made against Meta for not doing enough to protect kids from the potential damage social media apps could have on their mental health. Frances Haugen, a former Meta employee, joins “Elizabeth Vargas Reports” to discuss. #meta #facebook #mentalhealth Anchor Elizabeth Vargas delivers the biggest stories, without bias or opinion. Watch "Elizabeth Vargas Reports" every weeknight at 7p/6C on NewsNation. #VargasReports NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
In a landmark case, New Mexico has alleged Meta knew its platforms were being used for abuse, human trafficking and online solicitation, yet prioritized profits over child safety. Attorney Andrea Lewis tells “NewsNation Live” the trial is part of a larger push for “corporate responsibility” from Big Tech companies like Meta, Google and YouTube that have been accused of “massive, widespread harm.” #Meta #Tech #Court Get a fast-paced look at the latest from the border to Main Street to the White House on "NewsNation Live with Marni Hughes." Weekdays starting at 9a/8C.#NewsNationLive NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
New Mexico says Meta knew its platforms enabled abuse, trafficking, and online solicitation but put profits first.