Meta faces New Mexico trial over child exploitation claims

by | Jan 30, 2026 | E-commerce News

Meta heads to trial in New Mexico next week to face allegations that it enables child sexual exploitation on its platforms. The lawsuit claims the social media giant allows predators unfettered access to minors and maximizes engagement despite knowing the mental health risks. Meta denies the charges and argues that Section 230 and First Amendment protections shield it from liability.

Paul Drecksler is the founder and editor of Shopifreaks E-commerce Newsletter, covering the most important stories in e-commerce.

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