AG Bonta issued a statement after a court fully denied the attempt of Meta Platforms, Inc to obtain summary judgment that would have terminated the lawsuit brought by California and attorneys general nationwide alleging that the company designed Facebook and Instagram to maximize profits while ensnaring children for longer and longer periods of time on the social media platforms.

”One of my most important jobs as Attorney General is to protect our children from harm. As our lawsuit alleges, Meta is prioritizing profits over the safety of children and violating consumer protection laws left and right. We have secured a critical win that blocks Meta’s attempt to toss out our case and helps pave the way to hold the tech giant accountable in California for its role in fueling the mental health crisis of American children. California is proud to help lead this nationwide reckoning, and we look forward to holding Meta fully accountable at trial in August.” -AG Bonta