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Jury selection begins in Oakland as Meta faces federal youth harms trial in CA
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· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on this developing story, readers can refer to the source, ABC13 Houston, for further updates as the trial progresses in Oakland, California.
A significant trial is underway in California, involving Meta, the parent company of various social media platforms. Jury selection has started for a federal trial examining claims that Meta's platforms have negative effects on youth mental health. The trial is also investigating allegations that Meta tracks children in violation of federal law.
Details about the trial are limited, but it is expected to be a lengthy process, lasting around six to eight weeks. For more information on this developing story, readers can refer to the source, ABC13 Houston, for further updates as the trial progresses in Oakland, California.
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Category: government Published: August 13, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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